5851 Woodcrest Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19131
About This Home
Welcome to 5851 Woodcrest Ave, a stately 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom brick townhome located in the historic and desirable Overbrook neighborhood of Philadelphia! Built in 1925, this residence perfectly captures classic architectural charm combined with a spacious, multi-level layout totaling over 1,500 sq. ft. The main level greets you with an inviting front porch leading into a large living room, formal dining area, and a functional kitchen. Upstairs, you will find three well-proportioned bedrooms with ample closet space and a shared full bath. The full basement offers a fourth bedroom with excellent storage or workshop potential and includes a convenient half-bath. Enjoy the ease of radiator heating and the durability of a brick exterior. This property features a private rear alley access with a lockable oversized shed, and is just blocks from Saint Joseph's University, Morris Park, and the Overbrook SEPTA station for a quick commute to Center City. A fantastic opportunity for a primary residence or investment—schedule your tour today!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Good
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
- Construction materials: Masonry
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2021
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Area: 400
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Other
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Finished area below ground: 400
- Finished area above ground: 1,124
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiator,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s),Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,524
- Total interior livable area: 1,524 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Details
- Parcel number: 522159600
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,551 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 16.00 x 97.00
Parking
- Parking features: Alley Access,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
- Inland Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Winter Weather
- Earthquake
- Tornado
- 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 | $1,137 | $13,644 |
| Home Insurance * | $79 | $948 |
| Property Taxes | $224 | $2,688 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $1,664 | $19,968 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-09 | Listed for sale | $239,990 |
| 2022-04-05 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-03-18 | Listed for rent | $2,195 |
| 2020-08-07 | Listing removed | $1,825 |
| 2020-07-15 | Price change | $1,825 |
| 2020-05-20 | Price change | $1,900 |
| 2020-03-17 | Price change | $1,950 |
| 2020-03-12 | Listed for rent | $2,099 |
| 2018-06-09 | Listing removed | $1,400 |
| 2018-02-12 | Price change | $1,400 |
| 2018-01-20 | Listed for rent | $1,500 |
| 2017-01-20 | Sold | $88,842 |
| 2014-10-15 | Listing removed | $1,100 |
| 2014-09-16 | Price change | $1,100 |
| 2014-08-17 | Listed for rent | $1,200 |
| 2007-08-24 | Sold | $125,500 |
| 2007-01-03 | Sold | $99,900 |
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