5939 Drexel Rd

Philadelphia, PA 19131

$698,000
Price
6
Beds
5,656 Sq. Ft.
$123 / Sq. Ft.
5,656
Sq. Ft.
$123
per Sq. Ft.
a front view of a house with garden
wooden floor in an empty room with a window
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and a window
an empty room with ceiling fan wooden floor and windows
an empty room with wooden floor chandelier fan and windows
a view of an empty room with wooden floor and a window
a view of a room with wooden floor and a ceiling fan
a front view of a house with a garden
a view of an empty room with wooden floor fireplace and a window
a view of a livingroom with wooden floor
a view of a bedroom with furniture a chandelier and wooden floor
a kitchen with kitchen island a counter top space a refrigerator a sink and cabinets
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and staircase
a hallway with wooden door front door
a view of an empty room with wooden floor and a window
a view of empty room with wooden floor
a bathroom with a granite countertop toilet sink and mirror
a view of a terrace with wooden floor
a view of a terrace with wooden floor
a view of large white house with a big yard and large trees
a front view of a house with garden

Description

Set on one of the greenest, most picturesque blocks in historic Overbrook Farms, 5939 Drexel Road offers the perfect blend of architectural pedigree and investment potential. Built around the turn of the century by University of Pennsylvania–trained architects, this brick and stucco beauty sits on over half an acre of level ground and is currently configured as a six-unit rental, including a fully finished carriage house apartment, a rare setup in this classic neighborhood. Whether you’re an investor...Set on one of the greenest, most picturesque blocks in historic Overbrook Farms, 5939 Drexel Road offers the perfect blend of architectural pedigree and investment potential. Built around the turn of the century by University of Pennsylvania–trained architects, this brick and stucco beauty sits on over half an acre of level ground and is currently configured as a six-unit rental, including a fully finished carriage house apartment, a rare setup in this classic neighborhood. Whether you’re an investor seeking a stable income property or someone envisioning the restoration of a grand Philly residence, this property delivers flexibility and history in equal measure. Enjoy being steps from the Overbrook train station for a quick Center City commute and just minutes from City Avenue’s shops and restaurants. Think Honeygrow, Corner Bakery, and historic Bala Tavern, along with easy access to the Main Line and Saint Joseph’s University. Overbrook Farms’ lush, tree-lined streets and signature early 20th-century architecture make it one of Philly’s most cherished hidden gems. Opportunities like this don’t come around often, a property with deep roots, timeless appeal, and endless potential, ready for its next chapter in one of Philadelphia’s most storied enclaves.
  1. Listed by Marc A. Hammarberg • BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
    P: (215)-790-5501 marc.hammarberg@foxroach.com

Property Details for 5939 Drexel Road

Tax ID Number
881125550
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 09:09 PM

Property Details for 5939 Drexel Road

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2543896
Days on Market53
Taxes$8,800 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,100 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 5939 Drexel Road

Stories3Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,100 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,182 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,449

Property Taxes

$733

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5939 Drexel Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: OVERBROOK (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • 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
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $628,700
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $440,090
  • City Town Tax: $3,872
  • Land Assessed Value: $188,610
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: CA0
  • Zoning: RSD3
  • Tax Lot: 1018
  • School Tax: $4,928
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 5,656.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 5,656.00
  • Total SQFT: 5,656.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8042/6466/5846/804264665846_512_384_WM_XqsTAYGNQR4CHLgO.jpg
  • Basement Type: Side Entrance, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 5
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 120.00 x 193.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1410018
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Efficiency
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • 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
  • List Agent URL: www.marchammarberg.com

Property History for 5939 Drexel Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 25, 2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2543898

—
Nov 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2543896

$698,000—
Nov 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2543898

$698,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/25/2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #PAPH2543898

—
11/03/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2543896

$698,000
11/03/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2543898

$698,000

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Public Records for 5939 Drexel Road

Taxable ValueLand$188,610Additions$440,090Total$628,700
Tax Record2025$8,801 ($733 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,656 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,656 SqFtStories3Lot Size23,100 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1920ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN88-1-1255-50

Schools near 5939 Drexel Road

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Gompers Samuel School
Public - K to 8
Overbrook High School
Public - 9 to 12
Widener Memorial School
Public - K to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Gompers Samuel School
PublicK to 8

Overbrook 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 5939 Drexel Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131

5939 Drexel Road is a single family home for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19131. This property was listed for sale on November 3, 2025 by BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square, it's currently listed at $698,000. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Gompers Samuel School, Overbrook High School and Widener Memorial School. 5939 Drexel Road is a 6-bed, 6-bath, 5,656 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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