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#PAPH2516428, Lynn A Bailey, Listing office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$89,900 List price
5839 Norfolk St Philadelphia, PA 19143
3 beds
1 full
1,032 sqft
0.02 acres
$87 / sqft
Townhouse
Property details
About 5839 Norfolk St
Located in the vibrant Kingsessing neighborhood of West Philadelphia, 5839 Norfolk Street offers a promising opportunity for those looking to renovate and create value—whether for personal use or as an investment. This three-bedroom, one-bathroom rowhome features a traditional layout and a covered front porch that, with some work, can become a welcoming extension of the home. The interior is ready for transformation, making it ideal for buyers who want to design a space that reflects their own style or add a renovated property to their rental portfolio. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street with easy access to public transportation, local parks like nearby Cobbs Creek, and a growing sense of community revitalization, this property is a great starting point for anyone ready to bring their vision to life in one of Philadelphia’s historically rich neighborhoods.
Highlights
Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
Size1,032 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #PAPH2481452
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: None
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $89,900
- Price/SqFt: $87
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,248
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: For the most accurate directions please use GPS
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,032 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2481452
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Genstone Realty
- Office Phone: (484) 460-1545
- Listing Agent: Christopher B Nelson
- Agent Phone: (484) 576-7430
- Agent Email: iknowreo@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2018 | Home Sold | $75,000 |
| Jun 27, 2012 | Home Sold | $30,500 |
| May 07, 2008 | Home Sold | $80,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $89,200 | $1,248 |
| 2022 | $89,200 | $911 |
| 2021 | $- | $911 |
| 2020 | $65,100 | $911 |
| 2019 | $62,700 | $877 |
| 2018 | $32,100 | $449 |
| 2017 | $32,100 | $449 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Stonehurst Hills Elementary School
Public District 1-5
0.9 mi
•7051 Ruskin Ln
6
W.B. Evans Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-6
1.1 mi
•900 Baily Rd
4
East Lansdowne Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.3 mi
•401 Emerson 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 $38,860. Residents of Philadelphia, PA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. 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?
45%
<35k
48%
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?
54%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Popeyes
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Nissan
Honda
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 5839 Norfolk St
The listing price of 5839 Norfolk St property is $89,900.
The property 5839 Norfolk St is a townhouse located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19143.
Accepting Backup Offers: 5839 Norfolk St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 5839 Norfolk St are: Stonehurst Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), W.B. Evans Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), East Lansdowne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mastery Charter School at Harrity (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), W. C. Bryant Promise Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Add B. Anderson School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Motivation High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), William L. Sayre High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,248 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 25, 2018 for $75,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 5839 Norfolk St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 5839 Norfolk St is 1,032 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5839 Norfolk St is 1920.
This home is located at 5839 Norfolk St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19143 in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood. This 1,032 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $89,900.
The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 36.5% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $292,873, while the average time on the real estate market was 90 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.