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5556 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, 19139

$399,000

Home List Price

$4,738*

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0 Baths
2,009 SqFt
$199/SqFt
Multi
Schools Nearby

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5556 Market St, Philadelphia$399,000

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$4,738*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTriplex
ParkingDriveway
Year Built1920
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #PAPH2325260
Lot Size0.04 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 5556 Market St

Welcome to your next investment opportunity! This turnkey mixed-use building promises excellent cash flow and minimal overhead, making it an investor's dream. Nestled in the burgeoning Walnut Hill section of Philadelphia, adjacent to the esteemed University of Pennsylvania, this property boasts three units ripe for income generation. Positioned conveniently on Market Street's south side, mere steps from the SEPTA 56th Street EL stop, accessibility is unmatched. Your tenants will relish the swift commute to Penn, Drexel, or downtown Philadelphia, thanks to the nearby elevated train. The ground floor fronts a versatile commercial space, zoned CMX2 to accommodate various business endeavors. Currently leased at $725 per month, this unit offers immediate returns. Meanwhile, the rear residential unit on the first floor presents a spacious one-bedroom apartment with kitchen, bath, flooring, heater, and washer/dryer. Priced at $1000 per month, its private fenced yard adds an extra allure. Ascending to the second floor reveals a charming two-bedroom unit, boasting a ceramic-tiled kitchen, pergo flooring, and modern amenities like high-efficiency gas forced air heat and central air. With a rental income of $1100 per month, its enclosed porch could easily transform into a third bedroom, maximizing returns. To sweeten the deal, the property offers off-street parking for 1-2 cars, potentially yielding an additional $50-$100 per month in rent. Resting on a generous 125-foot deep lot with a convenient rear alley/private driveway, convenience and flexibility abound. Whether you're eyeing a 1031 exchange, a cash sale, commercial financing, or envisioning yourself as an owner-operator, this offering caters to diverse investment strategies. Don't miss out on this golden opportunity to secure your foothold in Philadelphia's thriving real estate market!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Living Area: 2,009 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Listing Agent: Carlos Masip

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • William L. Sayre High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Andrew Hamilton School, Public District Grades KG-8

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Market St to 55th Street

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $399,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $199/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,309
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$258.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$196

Avg. Days On Market

50

# of Sold Homes

960

5556 Market St vs Philadelphia

77 DAYS ON ROCKET

+27 Days

$399,000

+$140.1K More

$199/SqFt

+$3 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $140.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $3/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2325260

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: KW Empower
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
  • Listing Agent: Carlos Masip

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 10, 2018Home Sold
$85,500
Sep 01, 2004Home Sold
$45,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,309 -
2019$1,259$90,000
2018$1,054$75,300
2017$1,054$75,300

History based on county public records data.

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Total Monthly Payment

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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3
/10
  • Andrew Hamilton School

  • 5640 Spruce St

  • 0.39 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-8

High School

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3
/10
  • William L. Sayre High School

  • 5800 Walnut St

  • 0.38 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,857. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes less than $35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Rocket Homes›Pennsylvania›Philadelphia County›Philadelphia›19139›5556 Market St

This home is located at 5556 Market St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19139 in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood. This 2,009 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $399,000.

Over 242 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2024 in Philadelphia, PA. In the same period over 502 listings were sold below the listed price and 216 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between March 2024 and April 2024 increased by 9.8%. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 50 days, the median list price was $258,806.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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