5538 Master St

Philadelphia, PA 19131

$215,900
Price
—
Beds
—
Baths
1,622 Sq. Ft.
$133 / Sq. Ft.
1,622
Sq. Ft.
$133
per Sq. Ft.
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Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract

Description

Welcome to 5538 Master Street - an exceptional fully renovated duplex in the heart of West Philadelphia. This duplex is situated in a high rental demand area just two blocks from Lancaster Avenue and one block in between Girard Avenue and Lansdowne Avenue, offering excellent access to public transportation, shopping, and neighborhood amenities. This low maintenance property features a modern 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit on the upper level with potential for market rent between $1,250-$1,350 and a 1-bedroom,...Welcome to 5538 Master Street - an exceptional fully renovated duplex in the heart of West Philadelphia. This duplex is situated in a high rental demand area just two blocks from Lancaster Avenue and one block in between Girard Avenue and Lansdowne Avenue, offering excellent access to public transportation, shopping, and neighborhood amenities. This low maintenance property features a modern 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit on the upper level with potential for market rent between $1,250-$1,350 and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit on the first floor with potential market rent between $1,000-$1,100. This makes it an excellent opportunity for a house hacker, owner-occupant, or savvy investor. Both units have recently been refreshed and both vacant, ready to move in. Both units offers flexibility for owner occupancy or additional cash flow. Fully renovated down to the studs in 2021 this duplex was redone with modern mechanicals/systems, updated finishes, and a thoughtful layout throughout. This turn-key duplex combines comfort, convenience, and income potential in a prime location. Whether you're a seasoned investor looking to add to your portfolio or a first time home buyer looking to enter the market, this is a fantastic opportunity to own a renovated multi-family property in a thriving area of the city. All offers are welcome!
  1. Listed by Devin M Glover • HomeSmart Realty Advisors
    P: (908)-370-3635 dglover513@gmail.com

Property Details for 5538 Master Street

Tax ID Number
041227300
Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Straight Thru
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Central Air
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 05/19/2026 08:23 AM

Property Details for 5538 Master Street

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #PAPH2605406
Days on Market42
Taxes$3,845 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,215 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County
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Building Information for 5538 Master Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,215 SF

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Property Information for 5538 Master Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19131 (19131)
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: $274,700
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $219,760
  • City Town Tax: $1,691
  • Land Assessed Value: $54,940
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Tax Lot: 63
  • School Tax: $2,153
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Rent Control: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 1
  • Units Leased Count: 0
  • Number Of Units Vacant: 2
  • Rent Control: No
Multi Family
Unit 1
  • Type: Unit 1
  • Unit Type Occupied YN: No
Unit 2
  • Type: Unit 1
  • Unit Type Occupied YN: No
Financial Information
Financial Information
  • Gross Income: $0
  • Annual Rental Income: $0
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2021
  • Building Units Total: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 81.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 899021
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Accessibility Features: 32"+ wide Doors
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • 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: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 5538 Master Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 19, 2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2605406

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May 5, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2605406

$215,900—
Apr 22, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2605406

$234,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/19/2026

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2605406

—
05/05/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2605406

$215,900
04/22/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2605406

$234,900

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

Public Records for 5538 Master Street

Taxable ValueLand$54,940Additions$219,760Total$274,700
Tax Record2025$3,845 ($320 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,622 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,622 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,215 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1925ZoningRSA5CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN04-1-2273-00

Schools near 5538 Master Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber
Public - 5 to 12
Overbrook High School
Public - 9 to 12
Parkway West High School
Public - 9 to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 5 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
The Science Leadership Academy At Beeber
Public5 to 12

Overbrook High School
Public9 to 12

Parkway West High School
Public9 to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public5 to 8

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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