5227 Walnut St

Beds
Baths
1,500 Sq. Ft.
$247 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$247
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 5227 Walnut St — a fully turnkey, income-producing duplex ideally positioned in the heart of West Philadelphia, just minutes from University City. This well-maintained property features two spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, each offering central air, forced heat, hardwood flooring, and abundant natural light. The interiors are elevated by high ceilings and modern exposed brick accents, giving both units a clean, contemporary feel that attracts and retains quality tenants. Investor Highlights:...Welcome to 5227 Walnut St — a fully turnkey, income-producing duplex ideally positioned in the heart of West Philadelphia, just minutes from University City. This well-maintained property features two spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units, each offering central air, forced heat, hardwood flooring, and abundant natural light. The interiors are elevated by high ceilings and modern exposed brick accents, giving both units a clean, contemporary feel that attracts and retains quality tenants. Investor Highlights:
Stable, long-term tenants in place (month-to-month) who prefer to stay
Strong rental history — ideal for immediate cash flow
Perfect for a hands-off investor or house hacking strategy
Turnkey condition — minimal capital improvements needed
Located in a high-demand rental pocket near major universities, hospitals, and public transportation, this asset offers both cash flow today and appreciation tomorrow. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio or live in one unit while the other offsets your mortgage, this property checks all the boxes. Buyer responsible for obtaining rental license.
  1. Listed by Anthony A Lee • Realty ONE Group Focus
    P: (267)-475-1018 aleere2022@goodneighborre.com

Property Details for 5227 Walnut Street

Tax ID Number
602048805
Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Straight Thru
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Central Air
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 04/07/2026 06:05 PM

Property Details for 5227 Walnut Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2604592
Days on Market22
Taxes$1,269 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,759 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 5227 Walnut Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,759 SF

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Property Information for 5227 Walnut Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19139 (19139)
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
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $90,700
  • Year Assessed: 2026
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $77,095
  • City Town Tax: $558
  • Land Assessed Value: $13,605
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: T30
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 124
  • School Tax: $710
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 2
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 0
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2022
  • Building Units Total: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 117.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1324115
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 5227 Walnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2604592

$369,999
Feb 6, 2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2572364

Feb 6, 2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2572356

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2604592

$369,999
02/06/2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2572364

02/06/2026

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2572356

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Public Records for 5227 Walnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$13,605Additions$77,095Total$90,700
Tax Record2025$1,270 ($106 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,500 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,500 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,759 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingYear Built1925ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN60-2-0488-05

Schools near 5227 Walnut Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Charter - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Global Leadership Academy Charter Southwest
CharterK to 8

Sayre William L Middle School
Public9 to 12

The Workshop School
Public9 to 12

Parkway West
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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5227 Walnut Street is a multi-family home for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19139. This property was listed for sale on April 7, 2026 by Realty ONE Group Focus, it's currently listed at $369,999. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Global Leadership Academy Charter Southwest, Sayre William L Middle School and The Workshop School. 5227 Walnut Street is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 1,500 sqft multi-family home built in 1925.

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