$2,613

closing credit¹

5948 Sansom St Philadelphia, PA 19139

$220,000
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,224 sqft
0.03 acres
$180 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 5948 Sansom St

Come check out this beautifully updated straight through home in the Cobbs Creek section, with front porch for enjoying those summer nights. This home offers an open floor plan and captures the aesthetics of a beautiful brick wall on one side of the property. There are also beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and a center island. Kitchen leads to a patio and nice size back yard for those summer barbeques and entertaining family and friends. The second level hosts 3 nice size bedrooms with ample closet space, and a hall full bath. The basement is finished and offers an updated powder room. This home is conveniently located to transportation, shopping and restaurants. You won't want to miss this opportunity to make this your new home.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,224 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2440988

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2440988
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park
  • Office Phone: (215) 887-4653
  • Listing Agent: Denise McLean

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 08, 2019
Home Sold
$65,000
Jan 05, 2011
Home Sold
$110,000
Jul 01, 2010
Home Sold
$25,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$131,600$1,842
2022$131,600$1,574
2021$-$1,574
2020$112,500$1,574
2019$108,300$1,515
2018$86,000$1,203
2017$86,000$1,203

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Universal Institute Charter School at Bluford

Public Charter KG-6

1.0 mi

5801 Media St

4

West Philadelphia Achievement Ces

Public Charter KG-5

1.0 mi

6701 Callowhill St

3

Stonehurst Hills Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

7051 Ruskin Ln

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 $15,288. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

76%
<35k
22%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

57%
Single, No Kids
28%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • DodgeDodge

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 5948 Sansom St

This home is located at 5948 Sansom St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19139 in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood. This 1,224 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $220,000.

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. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 3.5% between December and January 2025. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 52 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $266,945.

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

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