$2,957 Closing Credit¹
#PAPH2486330, Zhan Su, Listing office: Longlong Zhan Real Estate Investment
$256,999 List price
5242 Sylvester St Philadelphia, PA 19124
$3,052
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,200 sqft
0.04 acres
$214 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 5242 Sylvester St
Beautifully Renovated Home in Northwood – Move-In Ready! Welcome to 5242 Sylvester Street, a stunning fully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home located in the desirable Northwood section of Philadelphia. Step inside to discover a bright and inviting interior featuring new recessed lighting and fresh paint throughout. The brand-new kitchen is a true showstopper, boasting quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, and modern cabinetry — perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peace of mind with all-new systems, including new electric, new boiler, new water heater, new windows, and a new roof. Upstairs, the beautifully remodeled full bathroom adds both style and function, while the partially finished basement includes a half bath and makes a great bonus space for a media room, gym, or entertainment area. Outside, you'll love the covered front porch and gated backyard, which offers the flexibility of off-street parking or a spacious yard for gatherings and relaxation. A rear basement entrance adds convenience and accessibility. This home is perfect for anyone seeking a low-maintenance, move-in ready option in a well-established neighborhood close to public transportation, schools, and shopping. Don’t miss the opportunity to make 5242 Sylvester Street your new home — schedule your showing today!
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
Size1,200 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingFenced,Private,Secure Parking,Unpaved, Driveway,On Street
MLS #PAPH2494176
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Fenced,Private,Secure Parking,Unpaved, Driveway,On Street
- Architectural Style: AirLite, Traditional, Straight Thru
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $256,999
- Price/SqFt: $214
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,823
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: GPS
- Year Built: 1940
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,200 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2494176
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
- Office Phone: (610) 647-8300
- Office Email: klrw894@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Alexander Taggart Penn
- Agent Phone: (610) 937-7122
- Agent Email: alexpenn@kw.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 2006 | Home Sold | $108,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $130,300 | $1,823 |
| 2022 | $130,300 | $1,296 |
| 2021 | $- | $1,296 |
| 2020 | $92,600 | $1,296 |
| 2019 | $88,900 | $1,244 |
| 2018 | $88,400 | $1,237 |
| 2017 | $88,400 | $1,237 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Mastery Charter School at Smedley Elementary
Public Charter KG-6
0.7 mi
•1790 Bridge St
1
John Marshall Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•4500 Griscom St
3
Laura H. Carnell School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1100 Devereaux Ave
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 $44,076. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area 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 Soccer
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Ross Dress For Less
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Jack In The Box
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Nissan
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5242 Sylvester St
The listing price of 5242 Sylvester St property is $256,999.
The property 5242 Sylvester St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19124.
Active Listing: 5242 Sylvester St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5242 Sylvester St are: Mastery Charter School at Smedley Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), John Marshall Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Laura H. Carnell School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), 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 $1,823 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 12, 2006 for $108,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 5242 Sylvester St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 5242 Sylvester St is 1,200 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5242 Sylvester St is 1940.
This home is located at 5242 Sylvester St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19124 in the Northwood neighborhood. This 1,200 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $256,999.
Between April and May 2025, Philadelphia, PA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 40.9%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $298,569, while the average time on the real estate market was 89 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.