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$155,000

5138 Akron St Philadelphia, PA 19124

3 beds
1 full
1,106 sqft
0.04 acres
$140 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 5138 Akron St

Welcome to this charming home featuring a spacious living room with hardwood flooring and a cozy fireplace. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar and provides access to the rear deck—perfect for everyday living or entertaining. A separate dining area adds flexibility to the floor plan. Upstairs, you'll find three well-sized bedrooms offering plenty of natural light. A full basement with a one-car attached garage, and a covered front porch for enjoying outdoor time. Located on a tree-lined street with sidewalks, streetlights, and convenient on-street parking. This home offers easy access to shopping, public transportation, and major roadways. Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingRadiant
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
Size1,106 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1950
ParkingDriveway
MLS #PAPH2518530

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Driveway
  • Architectural Style: AirLite
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $155,000
  • Price/SqFt: $140
  • Annual Tax Amount: $848
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,106 SqFt
  • Municipality: Philadelphia
  • Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
  • MLS Number: PAPH2518530
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Access
  • Office Phone: (215) 400-2600
  • Office Email: remaxsteveo@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Jillian F Gonzalez
  • Agent Phone: (215) 760-9505
  • Agent Email: jilldesjon@msn.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 11, 2018
Home Sold
$81,600

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$140,600$848
2022$95,600$775
2021$-$775
2020$100,400$1,405
2019$96,400$1,349
2018$100,300$1,404
2017$100,300$1,404

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Mastery Charter School at Smedley Elementary

Public Charter KG-6

0.6 mi

1790 Bridge St

1

John Marshall Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

4500 Griscom St

1

James J. Sullivan School

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

5300 Ditman 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 $44,076. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
25%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan
  • KiaKia

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 5138 Akron St

The listing price of 5138 Akron St property is $155,000.

The property 5138 Akron St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19124.

Active Listing: 5138 Akron St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5138 Akron St are: Mastery Charter School at Smedley Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), John Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), James J. Sullivan School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Science (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), William H. Ziegler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Northwood Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Frankford High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Samuel Fels High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $848 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 11, 2018 for $81,600 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5138 Akron St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 5138 Akron St is 1,106 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5138 Akron St is 1950.

This home is located at 5138 Akron St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19124 in the Northwood neighborhood. This 1,106 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $155,000.

The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 36.5% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 90 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $292,873 during the same period.

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

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