$384,500

5908 Mccallum St Philadelphia, PA 19144

$4,566
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,875 sqft
0.08 acres
$205 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 5908 Mccallum St

Beautifully maintained victorian era two (2) family residence. Would also make for an excellent "owner occupied property". The first floor-one bedroom apartment with private back yard and basement/laundry access is unoccupied and available for such purposes. All licenses and certification requirements up to date. Legally zoned for multi family use. Circa late Nineteenth Century construction. Uniquely designed two (2) family residence. Complete with original random-width with yellow/golden pine flooring throughout. Crown moldings and original wood trim and doors all throughout much of the building. Entrance foyer for both units. First (1st) floor unit is well configured with a large light-filled living room with magnificent oversized windows, ceiling crowd moldings and medallions. Large private sunny bedroom with original architectural details and three elegant enormous windows. Modern stylish tile shower/bath. Eat in kitchen with rear entrance to the private fenced yard. Extra bonus-exclusive use of the basement (entrance in the apt.) with newer washer/dryer units. 2nd floor apartment is a spacious bi-level 2 bedroom with an ample size eat in kitchen and snappy modern tile shower/tub bath. All original pine flooring and wood moldings-trim-doors as well. 1st floor unit has just been spruced up and newly painted, including a fresh coating in the basement area- perfect for an owner occupant or the tenant of your choosing. 1st Floor unit has private exclusive use of the rear yard and basement. 2nd/3rd floor bi-level unit is currently rented to a long time excellent tenant paying $1250 on a new one year lease. Low operating expenses on this building. Owner pays RE Taxes, Insurance, cold water/sewer and a small Philadelphia trash tax. Turn key ready for the savvy investor or owner occupant. Easy to show with 24 hour notice.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,875 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2459832

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2459832
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
  • Office Phone: (215) 247-3600
  • Listing Agent: John P O'Connell
  • Agent Phone: (267) 312-1925
  • Agent Email: john@elfantwissahickon.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 05, 2016
Home Sold
$132,226
Mar 09, 2016
Home Sold
$100,000
Aug 25, 2006
Home Sold
$165,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$194,300$2,719
2022$194,300$2,192
2021$-$2,192
2020$156,600$2,192
2019$154,500$2,162
2018$190,000$2,659
2017$190,000$2,659

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

0.6 mi

67 E Bringhurst St

3

John B. Kelly Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

5116 Pulaski Ave

4

Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

6501 Chew Ave

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 $38,228. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
4%
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?

73%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
53%
35-64 yrs old
15%
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?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HondaHonda
  • NissanNissan
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 5908 Mccallum St

This home is located at 5908 Mccallum St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19144 in the Germantown / Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 1,875 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $384,500.

Philadelphia, PA housing market in March 2025 saw over 174 listings sold above listed price, more than 171 sold at listed price and over 344 sold below. The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA increased by 29.2% between February and March 2025. In March 2025 median list price was $269,412 and the average listing age was 50 days.

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

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