#PAPH2422686, Minh Nguyen-Rivera, Listing Office: KW Empower
5129 Chester Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143
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About 5129 Chester Ave
CROWN OF CHESTER AVE: It is my distinguished honor to present to you 5129 Chester Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19143. • Located in the Heart of Kingsessing, Southwest Philadelphia, adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridor and surrounded by residential properties and commercial spaces, Southwest Philadelphia has undergone a radical transformation and evolution in the last few decades. We are directly on a trolley line transportation hub that takes you to University City and the major universities, including University of the Sciences of Philadelphia(USP), Drexel University, and the University of Pennsylvania, an Ivy League Institution, as well as to Center City substations. Across the street is a massive multi-unit development project. The property will be available June 1, 2024. • Enter this 3 story Commercial Mixed Use property to unit #2 on the third floor. You will walk up to a beautifully designed kitchen, equipped with modern stainless steel appliances including a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. The kitchen features decorative lighting, luxury vinyl flooring, and a garbage disposal. This apartment unit features floors and porcelain flooring, high ceilings, newly renovated throughout with new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom has been recently updated with a new vanity, mirror, shower over tub, toilet, and new tile flooring. The property is filled with radiant natural light and illumination from beautiful windows. The kitchen leads into a living room with washer and dryer in the unit. We added various upgraded elements: finishes, appliances/mechanicals. The property is close to bus stops and close to multi-modal public transportation, Walk to public transportation (Bus and Trolley), Kingsessing Recreation Center, shops, eateries, local market, and in proximity to businesses such as cafes, bars, eclectic and multicultural cuisine and food establishments. Come live in Kingsessing, where there are many things to do and people in a thriving community. • We also have a 6 unit building 1 block away with six 1 Bed/1 Bath apartments newly renovated ranging from $995-$1200/month. • To apply, we are running credit reports, criminal backgrounds, eviction history, and reviewing all income & financial documentation. If you are selected as a tenant, we will collect the first, last & security deposit(one month). There are no minimum score requirements. The entire financial and credit profile will be reviewed in its entirety to determine application viability. Pets are permissible on a case by case scenarios and there is no smoking allowed. We look forward to doing business with you and we will ensure a smooth, efficient, and professional process for all parties. Thank you for the opportunity to showcase this home and we wish you the best of luck in your home search.
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- MLS Number: PAPH2423762
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: KW Empower
- Office Phone: (215) 627-3500
- Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com
- Listing Agent: Minh Nguyen-Rivera
- Agent Phone: (267) 628-8062
- Agent Email: winwithminhphilly@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Aug 27, 2020 | Home Sold | $210,000 |
Dec 06, 2019 | Home Sold | $160,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $160,000 | $2,239 |
2022 | $160,000 | $1,608 |
2021 | $- | $1,608 |
2020 | $114,900 | $1,608 |
2019 | $113,800 | $1,592 |
2018 | $110,500 | $1,546 |
2017 | $75,700 | $1,059 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Thomas G. Morton School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•2501 S 63rd St
5
Joseph W. Catharine School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•6600 Chester Ave
6
W.B. Evans Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-6
1.7 mi
•900 Baily Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $29,237. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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About 5129 Chester Ave
This home is located at 5129 Chester Ave in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Southwest Schuylkill neighborhood. This 2,910 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 29, 2024 and is currently priced at $499,000.
Over 152 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Philadelphia, PA. In the same period over 457 listings were sold below the listed price and 186 listings were sold for the listed price. Between December and January 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3.5%. In January 2025 median list price was $266,945 and the average listing age was 52 days.