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5900 Malvern Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19131

6beds
5baths
2,010sqft
$285,000
$142price/sqft
$2,047/moest. monthly cost
$81,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Spacious three-story corner property currently configured and used as a triplex, offering exceptional size and endless potential for investors or owner-occupants. This large building features generous living space and a desirable corner location with abundant natural light. Property is being sold **As-Is** and will require updating and improvements, making it an excellent opportunity to renovate and add value. Buyers are responsible for conducting their own due diligence regarding zoning, use, permits, and occupancy. Don't miss the chance to transform this property into a strong income-producing asset.

Getting Around

61
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
67
TransitGood Transit
62
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
Gompers Samuel SchoolGrades K-80.5 mi
2/10
Overbrook High SchoolGrades 9-120.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1925

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Construction materials: Masonry

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 5
  • Main level bedrooms: 6

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,010

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Wall Unit(s),Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,010
  • Total interior livable area: 2,010 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits

Details

  • Parcel number: 522115800
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Zoning description: This property is being used as a triplex. It would benefit going to zoning to be reassociated to its previous status of a multi
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,240 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 16.00 x 78.00

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Street

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
    Heat WaveVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Cold Wave
Winter Weather
Earthquake
Tornado
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Pennsylvania Counties

Flood
Tropical Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,441$17,292
Home Insurance *$100$1,200
Property Taxes $282$3,384
Electricity $224$2,692
Total$2,047$24,564
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$70,182/yr
40% on housing$61,410/yr
45% on housing$54,586/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,982Commercial: 984
Total Premiums$5.34M
Total Exposure$1.33B

How 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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 8.4%
8.4%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$142This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19131$121
Philadelphia County$162

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19131$183
Philadelphia County$236

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-06Listed for sale$285,000
1997-05-19Sold$500

For Sale by Agent

AgentJoanne Bourne
BrokerageSuper Realty Group, LLC

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