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$277,900

4938 Sansom St Philadelphia, PA 19139

4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,500 sqft
0.04 acres
$185 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 4938 Sansom St

For Sale – 4938 Sansom Street! Spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family home in West Philadelphia. Featuring a brand-new kitchen, hardwood floors, and a bright, open layout. The home is vacant and move-in ready — perfect for families or investors. Conveniently located near universities, shops, and transit. NOTE: -The property will be sold in AS-IS condition. -The buyer is responsible for U&O.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingOther
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingOther
Size1,500 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2493846

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: Other
  • List Price: $277,900
  • Price/SqFt: $185
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,360
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Google maps
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,500 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2493846
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Services
  • Office Phone: (866) 327-7673
  • Office Email: kirk@prosperityreis.com
  • Listing Agent: Kirk Waechter
  • Agent Phone: (866) 327-7673
  • Agent Email: kirk@prosperityreis.com

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Price information

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$217,500$1,360
2022$97,200$1,360
2021$-$1,360
2020$141,800$1,360
2019$136,500$1,360
2018$110,700$1,360
2017$110,700$1,360

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Inquiry Charter School

Public Charter PK-5

1.3 mi

1301 Belmont Ave

3

Universal Institute Charter School at Bluford

Public Charter KG-6

1.4 mi

5801 Media St

5

Samuel Powel Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.4 mi

301 N 36th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,167. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

66%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

60%
Single, No Kids
25%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • NissanNissan

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 4938 Sansom St

The listing price of 4938 Sansom St property is $277,900.

The property 4938 Sansom St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19139.

Active Listing: 4938 Sansom St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 4938 Sansom St are: Inquiry Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Universal Institute Charter School at Bluford (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Samuel Powel Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Henry C. Lea School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Global Leadership Academy Charter School Southwest a (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Alain Locke Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), West Philadelphia High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), The Workshop School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Parkway West (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,360 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 4938 Sansom St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 4938 Sansom St is 1,500 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 4938 Sansom St is 1925.

This home is located at 4938 Sansom St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19139 in the Walnut Hill neighborhood. This 1,500 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $277,900.

Between May and June 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 36.5%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 90 days, the median list price was $292,873.

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

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