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$425,000

1831 5th St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
6
Bedrooms
4,950
Square Feet
0.02
Lot Size (acres)
1915
Year Built
651
Days On Market

This property is legally zoned three unit building with active rental licenses located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, close to the neighborhoods of East Passyunk, Moyamensing & Pennsport. This property is adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridors and surrounded by residential & multi-unit development and major infrastructure projects. This triplex is three large 2 bedroom/1 bathroom units through the 3 story structure, with a backyard and common easement. Enter into the vestibule and find a hallway with a door that leads to the first floor unit with access to the backyard. The second floor unit is not self-contained providing a value-add upside play to convert into two studios bringing the total unit count to 4 or more units. There are 4 gas meters (1 house), brand new 240 electrical service and heads, 3 water heaters, and 1 heating furnace. Common heat is currently configured for the building but switching to in-unit baseboard electric would be wise and economical. Cosmetic upgrades throughout building, with in-unit washer/dryer on third floor unit. If you are looking to house hack, an apartment unit can be made available to you. All units are currently occupied grossly below market rates 1) $950, 2) $1,100, 3) $1,200 (prior lease $1,400). Within short distance from this property lies East Passyunk Ave, which holds over 160 independent businesses and retail locations, ranging from multicutltural cuisines, entertainment, bars, shopping, retail, the arts, and many other amenities. East Passyunk is home to James Beard International food award recipients and is one of Food & Wine Magazine's Top 10 Foodie Destinations in the country. Dickinson Narrows also is adjacent to the Riverwards along the Delaware River, with many amenities and festivities for families and residents of all ages. Owner is a licensed PA agent/reatlor.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/25/2025
Listed By
Ben Finelli, 2678538823 · RE/MAX Ready, 6108286300
MLS#
PAPH2434530
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1831 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Zip Code
19148

Architecture

Bedrooms
6
Year Built
1915
Style
Traditional, Straight Thru
Building Area
4,950 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab, Brick/Mortar
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
None

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.02 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,475 sq. ft.
Total
2,475 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$425,000
Annual Taxes
$5,233

Schools

75/100
South Philadelphia High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
643
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
45% Black · 30% Hispanic / Latino · 13% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-8400
74/100
Jenks Abram School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
276
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
46% White · 33% Asian · 10% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-8240
73/100
Bok Edw W Technical High School
Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Phone
(215) 952-6200
73/100
Christopher Columbus Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
948
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
56% White · 15% Black · 14% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(215) 389-6000
63/100
Key Francis Scott School
Elementary · Grades KG–06 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
370
Student–teacher
12.4
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
61% Hispanic / Latino · 28% Asian · 6% White
Free/reduced lunch
104%
Phone
(215) 400-8250
61/100
Taggart John High School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
529
Student–teacher
13.6
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
42% Hispanic / Latino · 38% Asian · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 400-8290
55/100
Vare-Washington Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
388
Student body
34% Hispanic / Latino · 20% Asian · 18% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-8120
54/100
Furness Horace High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.2 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
896
Student body
44% Hispanic / Latino · 30% Asian · 16% Black
Free/reduced lunch
92%
Phone
(215) 400-8300

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
01/12/2025Listed for sale$425,000

Listed by Ben Finelli · RE/MAX Ready · 6108286300

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2434530

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