5215 Chester Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19143

$249,900
Price
5
Beds
2,260 Sq. Ft.
$111 / Sq. Ft.
2,260
Sq. Ft.
$111
per Sq. Ft.
New
New

Description

Spacious and full of potential, this three-story brick row home offers over 2,260 sq. ft. of living space and classic Philadelphia charm. The first floor welcomes you with an open-concept living and dining area that flows seamlessly into a generously sized eat-in kitchen—perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. The second level features three well-proportioned bedrooms and a full hall bathroom, while the third floor adds two additional bedrooms and a second full bath—ideal for larger households...Spacious and full of potential, this three-story brick row home offers over 2,260 sq. ft. of living space and classic Philadelphia charm. The first floor welcomes you with an open-concept living and dining area that flows seamlessly into a generously sized eat-in kitchen—perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. The second level features three well-proportioned bedrooms and a full hall bathroom, while the third floor adds two additional bedrooms and a second full bath—ideal for larger households or flexible living arrangements. A covered front porch provides a cozy space to relax, and the convenient location puts transit, shopping, and everyday amenities within easy reach.
  1. Listed by Christopher B Nelson • Genstone Realty
    P: (484)-576-7430 iknowreo@gmail.com

Property Details for 5215 Chester Avenue

Tax ID Number
511272700
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/27/2026 04:06 PM

Property Details for 5215 Chester Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2578720
Days on Market2
Taxes$5,909 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,552 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 5215 Chester Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1915Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,552 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,710 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,218

Property Taxes

$492

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 5215 Chester Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19143 (19143)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $422,200
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $337,760
  • City Town Tax: $2,600
  • Land Assessed Value: $84,440
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O50
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 11
  • School Tax: $3,309
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,260.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 97.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1249345
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 5215 Chester Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2578720

$249,900—
Jan 23, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004522276

$31,000—
Jan 6, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #324258892

$31,000

-25.2% / yr

Dec 30, 2011

Pending

BRIGHT #1004522276

—
Sep 21, 2011

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004522276

$69,900—
Dec 14, 2008

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH682550

$169,500—
Dec 14, 2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH682550

$178,600—
Nov 3, 2006

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH656318

$220,000—
Aug 3, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH656318

$220,000—
May 11, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #240318898

$160,000—
Mar 7, 2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000734645

$94,900—
Feb 22, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000734645

$94,900—
Sep 23, 1998

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH370160

$15,000—
Jul 15, 1998

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH370160

—
Jul 7, 1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH370160

$32,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2578720

$249,900
01/23/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004522276

$31,000
01/06/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #324258892

$31,000

-25.2% / yr

12/30/2011

Pending

BRIGHT #1004522276

—
09/21/2011

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004522276

$69,900
12/14/2008

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH682550

$169,500
12/14/2007

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH682550

$178,600
11/03/2006

Expired

BRIGHT #PAPH656318

$220,000
08/03/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH656318

$220,000
05/11/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #240318898

$160,000
03/07/2006

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1000734645

$94,900
02/22/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1000734645

$94,900
09/23/1998

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH370160

$15,000
07/15/1998

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH370160

—
07/07/1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH370160

$32,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5215 Chester Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$80,040Additions$320,160Total$400,200
Tax Record2025$5,602 ($467 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,260 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,260 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,552 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1915ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN51-1-2727-00

Schools near 5215 Chester Avenue

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Comegys Benjamin B School
Public - K to 8
Bartram John - Main
Public - 9 to 12
The Workshop School
Public - 9 to 12
Motivation High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Comegys Benjamin B School
PublicK to 8

Bartram John - Main
Public9 to 12

The Workshop School
Public9 to 12

Motivation High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 5215 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

5215 Chester Avenue is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19143. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2026 by Genstone Realty, it's currently listed at $249,900. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on January 23, 2012. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Comegys Benjamin B School, Bartram John - Main and The Workshop School. 5215 Chester Avenue is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 2,260 sqft townhouse built in 1915.

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