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$249,000

5226 Akron St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,625
Square Feet
0.03
Lot Size (acres)
1945
Year Built
244
Days On Market

Is there a move-in ready home in Frankford with parking, flexible living space, and buyer-friendly financing? This updated property offers a finished basement with kitchenette, private rear parking, and access to multiple grant and credit programs, delivering both modern comfort and a more accessible path to ownership in Philadelphia. Welcome to this beautifully renovated home on a quiet, tree-lined street in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia. This spacious property opens with a welcoming front porch and flows into a thoughtfully updated interior designed for everyday living. The kitchen features a refrigerator and gas oven and range, along with direct access through sliding doors to an updated rear deck, creating an easy indoor outdoor connection. The upper level includes three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, offering comfortable and functional living space. The fully finished basement expands the home’s versatility with an additional bedroom, a second full bathroom, and a kitchenette, plus extra room that can be used for storage or a compact dining setup. A walkout basement leads to two private rear parking spaces, adding convenience rarely found at this price point. With a Transit Score of 86, commuting and daily errands are easily accessible. Nearby outdoor spaces include Frankford Stadium, Northwood Park, and Wissinoming Park, providing options for recreation and green space. This property qualifies for CRA financing with 3% down, no PMI, and an interest rate lower than FHA. HWA home warranty through HWA will be included in the sale of the property. Key Bank is offering a 5K credit for this property which can be tied in with the Philly First 10K grant. The 5K credit can be applied toward closing costs or to prepay mortgage, flood/hazard insurance, escrow deposit, real estate taxes, or per diem interest. This home combines modern updates, flexible living space, and valuable buyer incentives in a well-connected Philadelphia location. Schedule your showing today.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
3 days ago
Listed By
Maria Maria Quattrone Quattrone, 2156073535 · LPT Realty, LLC, 8773662213
MLS#
PAPH2585110
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
5226 Akron St, Philadelphia, PA 19124
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
FRANKFORD
Zip Code
19124

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1945
Style
Traditional
Building Area
1,625 sq. ft.
Foundation
Other
Levels
Two
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Driveway, Other, Concrete

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Patio and Porch
Deck, Porch
Community Features
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Cooling
Electric, Window Unit(s)
Heating
Natural Gas, Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard
View
Street
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,625 sq. ft.
Total
1,625 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$249,000
Annual Taxes
$3,541

Schools

90/100
Harding Warren G Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
768
Student body
59% Black · 27% Hispanic / Latino · 7% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3990
72/100
Northwood Academy Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.8 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
785
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
67% Black · 22% Hispanic / Latino · 6% White
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 289-5606
71/100
Mastery Cs-Smedley Campus
Elementary · Grades KG–06 · 0.6 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
776
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
62% Black · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 537-2525
52/100
Spruance Gilbert School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
1,255
Student body
45% Hispanic / Latino · 30% Black · 11% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3290
52/100
Carnell Laura High School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
639
Student body
48% Hispanic / Latino · 43% Black · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3150
52/100
Allen Ethan School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
830
Student body
48% Hispanic / Latino · 27% Black · 11% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3270
51/100
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
985
Student body
49% Black · 39% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
87%
Phone
(215) 537-2520
51/100
Frankford High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
923
Student body
52% Black · 33% Hispanic / Latino · 9% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7200

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
02/23/2026Listed for sale$249,000

Listed by Maria Maria Quattrone Quattrone · LPT Realty, LLC · 8773662213

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: October 21, 2026 at 5:11 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2585110

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