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5119 Springfield Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19143

5beds
3baths
2,784sqft
$425,000
$153price/sqft
$3,092/moest. monthly cost
$123,680/yrincome needed

About This Home

Full of warmth, character, and natural light, this thoughtfully restored end-of-row home offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern living. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch sets the tone — an ideal spot for morning coffee, unwinding at the end of the day, or connecting with neighbors in this vibrant Philadelphia community. Inside, original architectural details and beautiful millwork have been carefully preserved while tasteful updates bring a fresh, livable feel throughout the home. Sunlight pours through oversized windows on three exposures, creating bright and airy living spaces across all three levels. The main floor flows effortlessly from the living room to the dining area and into the renovated kitchen featuring an island, modern finishes, and direct access to the expansive rear yard — a rare extension of living space perfect for entertaining, outdoor dining, gardening, or pets. A charming rear staircase off the kitchen adds both convenience and character. Upstairs, the second floor features a spacious primary suite with ensuite bath, along with an additional bedroom with its own private bath. The third floor offers incredible flexibility with three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and bonus space ideal for a home office, playroom, gym, or creative studio. A unique opportunity to own a character-filled home with modern functionality, abundant space, and exceptional natural light — Conveniently located near neighborhood favorites, parks, universities, and public transit, this distinctive home offers the perfect balance of character, scale, and modern livability.

Getting Around

85
WalkingVery Walkable
78
TransitExcellent Transit
88
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

5/10
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1920

Materials

  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Construction materials: Masonry

Notable Dates

  • Major remodel year: 2025

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Concrete,Unfinished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 2,784

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,784
  • Total interior livable area: 2,784 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 511263205
  • Zoning: RM1
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

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

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,737 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 16.00 x 108.00

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
    Heat WaveVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
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 $2,149$25,788
Home Insurance *$143$1,716
Property Taxes $495$5,940
Electricity $305$3,665
Total$3,092$37,104
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$106,011/yr
40% on housing$92,760/yr
45% on housing$82,453/yr

Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs

Insurance Placement Facility of Pennsylvania/FAIR Plan

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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

$153This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 19143$127
Philadelphia County$162

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 19143$186
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
2026-07-01Price change$425,000
2026-06-26Price change$450,000
2026-06-08Price change$479,000
2026-06-01Listed for sale$525,000
2026-06-01Listing removed$525,000
2026-05-27Price change$525,000
2026-05-19Price change$550,000
2026-05-11Listed for sale$590,000
2023-12-03Listing removed--
2021-12-02Sold$301,000
2021-11-02Pending sale$268,000
2021-10-20Listed for sale$268,000
2016-09-06Sold$152,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentKatelyn Gallagher
BrokerageBHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford

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