5212 Harlan St, Philadelphia, PA, 19131
About This Home
Welcome to 5212 Harlan Street, a beautifully renovated, move-in ready duplex located in a rapidly developing West Philadelphia neighborhood — perfect for owner-occupants or savvy investors seeking strong rental potential. This turnkey property features two fully updated units, both with high-end finishes and modern conveniences. Unit 1 - currently rented for $1510/mo - offers 1 spacious bedroom and 1 bathroom, and unit 2 is a bright and airy 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom unit. Both units feature new kitchens with modern finishes, stainless steel appliances, new flooring, and updated bathrooms Unit 1 also has direct access to a private backyard—ideal for relaxing or entertaining—as well as access to a large basement storage area. located just minutes from University of Pennsylvania, 30th Street Station, Fairmount Park, and major transit lines, this property offers unmatched convenience. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or expand your investment portfolio, 5212 Harlan Street is a great choice.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Foundation: Permanent,Stone
- Construction materials: Masonry
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2025
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Microwave,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 442171400
- Zoning: RM1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 994 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 14.00 x 71.00
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Earthquake
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,309 | $15,708 |
| Home Insurance * | $91 | $1,092 |
| Property Taxes | $275 | $3,300 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $1,899 | $22,788 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-26 | Price change | $259,000 |
| 2026-05-29 | Listed for sale | $269,000 |
| 2025-11-20 | Listing removed | $290,000 |
| 2025-09-10 | Price change | $290,000 |
| 2025-08-15 | Price change | $300,000 |
| 2025-06-13 | Price change | $319,000 |
| 2025-05-30 | Listed for sale | $335,000 |
| 2024-01-12 | Sold | $62,900 |
| 2023-12-07 | Pending sale | $75,000 |
| 2023-11-04 | Listed for sale | $75,000 |
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