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953 N 5th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19123

– beds
– baths
3,360 sqft
2,783 sqft lot
$285 per sqft
1920 build

Multi family end of row on an oversized lot (20' x 139') in Northern Liberties with many original Victorian architectural details. The property is legally zoned for 4 units. Owner used the 3rd floor rear as an art studio. It is currently rented as a one bedroom. Newly pointed and painted front facade has original wrought iron gate to side alley and basement grates. Enter the Foyer with tile floor, marble wainscoting, original embossed wall covering, and decorative glass in the foyer door. The elegant main stair has a oak top rail and balusters. 1st floor front & 2nd floor front, connected by an interior spiral stair, is a one bedroom, one bath unit. 1st floor is an open Living/Kitchen floor plan with high ceilings, crown molding, a ceiling fan, ornamental marble fireplace with large ornate mirror, parquet wood floors, and side access to outside . 2nd level is a Bedroom with wood floors, ornate built in mirrored mahogany armoire and ceiling fan. Bath with original stained glass window and ceramic tile floors, clawfoot tub and a pedestal sink. 1st floor rear is a super large one bedroom with two living room/dens, one with ornamental marble fireplace, leaded glass double doors, ceiling fans, separate dining area, and access to the 50' rear yard with a wooden Japanese style back wall. 2nd floor rear is a one bedroom. Bath with pedestal sink and tile wainscotting. The unit has an open living/dining/kitchen floor plan with oak floors, ceiling fan, bay window and access to a rear deck. 3rd floor front is a one bedroom with ceiling fan, wood floors and tile bathroom with clawfoot tub, separate shower, and original stained glass window. 3rd floor rear is a one bedroom with access to a rear deck. The basement is dry with high ceilings and has a new steam boiler, 2024, utility meters, AC window units, shared washer/dryer and plenty of storage space. The property has many restored details: stained glass, moldings, panel doors and hardware throughout. Tenants pay electric, Owner pays heat, gas, and water.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Solo Real Estate, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 17, 2025 •

MLS# PAPH2424212 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
Year Built Source:

Assessor
Roof:

Flat
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Masonry
Building Levels:

3
Building Units Total:

4
Structure Type:

Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Stone, Brick/Mortar
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Unfinished
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

3360

Interior

Interior Features:

Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Open, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Type:

Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Wood
Fireplace:

No
Wall & Ceilings:

Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

3360
Living Area SqFt:

3,360 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Possession:

Settlement

Location

Directions:

953 n 5th Street
Latitude:

39.96779251
Longitude:

-75.14522552
Location Type:

Urban

The Property

Property Type:

Multi-Family
Property Subtype:

Quadruplex
Property Condition:

Very Good
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.06
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:

20.00 x 139.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot SqFt:

2,783 Sqft
Exclusions:

Tenants possessions
Zoning:

RM1
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Land Use Code:

U50
Ground Rent Exists:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

057135200
Tax Year:

2025
Tax Lot:

121
Tax Annual Amount:

$11,450.36
Tax Assessed Value:

$818,000
Year Assessed:

2025
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

The Listing

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Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Window Unit(s)
Central Air:

No
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Hot Water
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Electric
Water Source:

Public

Schools

School District Name:

Philadelphia City
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Pool:

No Pool

Parking

Garage:

No
Type of Parking:

None

Extra Units

Other Units:

Unit 1,Unit 1,Unit 4,Unit 3
Vacation Rental:

No
One Bedroom Units:

4

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/17/25 Jan 17, 2025	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$960,000

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This multifamily located in Central, Philadelphia, PA 19123 is currently for sale for $960,000. 953 N 5th Street is a 3,360 square foot multifamily with – beds and – baths. 953 N 5th Street is in the Central neighborhood of Philadelphia. This multifamily is in the attendance area of James R. Ludlow School and Penn Treaty School.

Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT and Solo Real Estate, Inc..

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