




5214 Sylvester St, Philadelphia, PA, 19124
About This Home
Welcome to 5214 Sylvester St, a fantastic corner 2-unit apartment building/ duplex brick row home offering 1,292 sq. ft. of living space across two floors, in one of Northeast Philadelphia's most convenient and well connected neighborhoods. Just minutes from public transportation, shopping, dining, and major roadways, this location makes daily commuting and errands a breeze for tenants and owners alike. This well maintained, rent ready property is a rare find for investors and owner occupants alike. Configuration options include a 1 bedroom/studio unit paired with a 2 bedroom unit, or a 1 bedroom unit with a separate living room, kitchen, and bath, giving flexible layouts to suit a variety of tenant needs. Mechanicals are newer and in great working condition, offering peace of mind and lower upkeep costs from day one. The finished basement features a full bath behind a closed off door, offering privacy and flexibility for the owner to use as they see fit, whether for extra living space, storage, or even additional rental potential. One of the standout features of this property is parking, a rare commodity in this part of the city. As a corner lot, it offers space for up to 4 vehicles (3 midsize and 1 sedan), with the potential to rent each space separately for an estimated $200 to $250/month, a valuable additional income stream on top of unit rents. Buyer incentive: First-time home buyers may qualify for up to $10,000 through the City of Philadelphia's Philly First Home grant, and up to $15,000 through the First Front Door program, subject to eligibility, income limits, and available funding. Seller has a preferred lender who can help qualified buyers get approved for these programs, a great opportunity to reduce upfront costs. Whether you're an investor looking to add a cash flowing asset to your portfolio, or an owner occupant who wants to live in one unit while collecting rent from the other (and the parking), this property checks all the boxes. Property is being sold in as is condition. Schedule your showing today!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: None,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,292
- Total interior livable area: 1,292 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 621362500
- Zoning: R9
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Cameras
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 1,789 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 17.00 x 105.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- 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
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Earthquake
- Strong Wind
- 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 | $1,506 | $18,072 |
| Home Insurance * | $219 | $2,628 |
| Property Taxes | $297 | $3,564 |
| Electricity | $224 | $2,692 |
| Total | $2,246 | $26,952 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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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)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Price change | $289,900 |
| 2026-07-30 | Listed for sale | $297,998 |
| 2015-10-06 | Sold | $50,000 |
| 2013-05-23 | Sold | $40,000 |
| 2012-02-03 | Sold | $7,100 |
| 2006-11-06 | Sold | $95,000 |
| 1999-11-15 | Sold | $45,000 |
