5809 Chew Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19138

$225,000
Price
6
Beds
2,583 Sq. Ft.
$87 / Sq. Ft.
2,583
Sq. Ft.
$87
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 5809 Chew Avenue, a generously sized single-family home offering 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms — With its generous layout and solid footprint, this property offers exceptional potential for a full-scale redevelopment. The property is zoned RSA-3, presenting a great opportunity for a triplex conversion or large multi-unit residence (buyer to confirm zoning allowances). With ample square footage and a flexible layout, this is an ideal project for investors or developers...Welcome to 5809 Chew Avenue, a generously sized single-family home offering 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms — With its generous layout and solid footprint, this property offers exceptional potential for a full-scale redevelopment. The property is zoned RSA-3, presenting a great opportunity for a triplex conversion or large multi-unit residence (buyer to confirm zoning allowances). With ample square footage and a flexible layout, this is an ideal project for investors or developers seeking scale and long-term upside. Located just minutes from La Salle University, public transit, and neighborhood amenities, this location offers both convenience and strong future value. All offers are welcome. Your chance to own a great investment is just around the corner — book your showing today! As is Sale
  1. Listed by Michael John Fiteni • Realectiv
    P: (484)-340-0598 info@realectiv.com

Property Details for 5809 Chew Avenue

Tax ID Number
591206000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Furnished
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/20/2025 01:24 PM

Property Details for 5809 Chew Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2487590
Days on Market190
Taxes$3,838 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 5809 Chew Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1925Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,432 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,112

Property Taxes

$320

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5809 Chew Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19138 (19138)
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
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $274,200
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $219,360
  • City Town Tax: $1,688
  • Land Assessed Value: $54,840
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Land Use Code: H40
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RSA3
  • Tax Lot: 117
  • School Tax: $2,149
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,583.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,583.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,583.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Roof: Flat
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8038/8956/5154/803889565154_512_384_WM_LvOqL8lREKfcKP7f.jpg
  • Basement Type: Other
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bedrooms-Main Level-6, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 25.00 x 150.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, SideYard(s), Rear Yard
  • Parcel ID: 1318582
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • 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 5809 Chew Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 20, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$225,000—
Nov 20, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$225,000—
Sep 15, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$235,000—
Sep 15, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$235,000—
Jun 18, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$259,000—
Jun 18, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$259,000—
May 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$265,000—
May 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$265,000—
Jul 12, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #333986767

$40,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/20/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$225,000
11/20/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$225,000
09/15/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$235,000
09/15/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$235,000
06/18/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$259,000
06/18/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$259,000
05/29/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2487590

$265,000
05/29/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2488242

$265,000
07/12/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #333986767

$40,000

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

Public Records for 5809 Chew Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$54,840Additions$219,360Total$274,200
Tax Record2024$3,838 ($320 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,583 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,583 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSA3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN59-1-2060-00

Schools near 5809 Chew Avenue

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mastery Charter - Francis D. Pastorius Elemen
Charter - K to 8
King Martin Luther High School
Public - 9 to 12
Widener Memorial School
Public - K to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Mastery Charter - Francis D. Pastorius Elemen
CharterK to 8

King Martin Luther High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public6 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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More information about 5809 Chew Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138

5809 Chew Avenue is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19138. This property was listed for sale on May 29, 2025 by Realectiv, it's currently listed at $225,000. It has been on the market for a total of 190 days and was last sold on July 12, 2012. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Mastery Charter - Francis D. Pastorius Elemen, King Martin Luther High School and Widener Memorial School. 5809 Chew Avenue is a 6-bed, 5-bath, 2,583 sqft townhouse built in 1925.

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