




5000 Florence Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19143
About This Home
Currently a Triplex with RM-1 Zoning allowing you to change it back into your dream home single family or add an additional 2 units as multi-family. Seller Assist Available with approved offer. As a 1st time homeowner looking to house hack or a seasoned investor 5000 Florence Ave is ideal. Complete with a two-car garage that is perfectly suited for a future roof deck addition. With RM-1 zoning, the property allows for expansion of up to five units by right, offering a rare and valuable opportunity for both developers and investors. Currently the 3 units are rented below mark rate, two 2bed/1bath and one 1bed/1bath bringing in $48,000 annually. The home features a walk-out basement with shared laundry facilities and side yard garden, fire pit, and seating—ideal for entertaining on cozy fall nights. The building was owner occupied for more than 15 years always with a history of strong rental performance. Current rents remain under market, creating immediate upside for increased returns. Offered in As-Is condition, the property provides a blank canvas for repositioning, expansion, and long-term growth. Easy walking distance to UPenn and Drexel Universities as well as the Baltimore Avenue favorites like Carbon Copy, Mariposa C0-Op Grocery and Clark Park. Whether your goal is to elevate rental income or expand the building to maximize its potential, this triplex presents a rare chance to secure an asset in a highly desirable location. Don’t miss the opportunity to transform this property into a premier investment with exceptional promise.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Masonry
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: Side Entrance
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,550
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,550
- Total interior livable area: 2,550 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 511147210
- Zoning: RM1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 2,283 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 22.00 x 105.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage,Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- 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 | $2,978 | $35,736 |
| Home Insurance * | $199 | $2,388 |
| Property Taxes | $600 | $7,200 |
| Electricity | $279 | $3,357 |
| Total | $4,056 | $48,672 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Pennsylvania FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-14 | Price change | $589,000 |
| 2026-01-12 | Price change | $599,000 |
| 2025-12-01 | Price change | $644,000 |
| 2025-11-10 | Price change | $649,000 |
| 2025-10-27 | Price change | $654,000 |
| 2025-09-25 | Listed for sale | $659,000 |
| 2008-03-04 | Sold | $237,125 |
