Philadelphia, PA 19131,5538 MASTER ST
Philadelphia, PA 19131,5538 MASTER ST
Philadelphia, PA 19131,5538 MASTER ST
Philadelphia, PA 19131,5538 MASTER ST
Philadelphia, PA 19131,5538 MASTER ST
Philadelphia, PA 19131,5538 MASTER ST
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Listed by Devin Glover • HomeSmart Realty Advisors
$ 252,900
Est. payment | /mo

1,622 SqFt


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$ 252,900
Est. payment | /mo
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1,622 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Multi-Family, Townhouse

Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,622 sqft

Price per Sqft $155

MLS Listing ID PAPH2569384

Style Straight Thru

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,622

Year Built 1925

Available Date 2026-01-10

Annual Tax Amount $3,845

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 1,215 Sqft

Acres 0.03

Lot Dimensions 15.00 x 81.00

Property Sub-Type Interior Row/Townhouse

Source BRIGHT

Property 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 and a 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit on the first floor, making it an excellent opportunity for a house hacker, owner-occupant, or savvy investor. The second floor has recently been refreshed and is vacant, ready to move in. The first-floor unit is currently rented at $975/month, with strong potential for increased rental income, while the upper unit 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!

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19131 (19131)

Zoning RSA5

Rooms

Basement Full, Unfinished

Interior

Interior Features 2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Tub Shower

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Hardwood

Inclusions All appliances

Equipment Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning

Fireplace N

Appliance Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning

Heat Source Natural Gas

Exterior

Water Access N

Roof Type Rubber

Accessibility 32\"+ wide Doors

Garage N

Building

Foundation Permanent

Above Ground Finished SqFt 1622

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Straight Thru

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

New Construction N

Schools

School District Philadelphia City

Others

Tax ID 041227300

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 1622

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA

Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA

Special Listing Condition Standard

Bright MLS (BMLS)
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Elementary Schools 20
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    Penn Alexander School

    Public | KG - 8

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    Cynwyd Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

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    Penn Wynne Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

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    Merion Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

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    East Lansdowne Elementary School

    Public | KG - 6

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    W B Evans Magnet School

    Public | KG - 6

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    Bywood Elementary School

    Public | 1 - 5

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    Overbrook Educational Center

    Public | KG - 8

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    West Philadelphia Achievement Ces

    Public | KG - 5

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    Overbrook Elementary School

    Public | KG - 6

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    Andrew Hamilton School

    Public | KG - 8

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    Mastery Charter School Mann Elementary

    Public | KG - 6

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    Discovery Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

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    Martha Washington Elementary Academics

    Public | KG - 8

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    Mastery Charter School at Harrity

    Public | KG - 8

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    Hardy Williams Academy Charter School

    Public | KG - 12

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    Middle Years Alternative School for the Humanities MYA

    Public | 5 - 8

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    Belmont Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

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    Universal Alcorn Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

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    Samuel Powel Elementary School

    Public | KG - 4

Middle Schools 7
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    Bala Cynwyd Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

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    Beverly Hills Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

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    Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School

    Public | 6 - 12

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    Mastery Charter School -Shoemaker Campus

    Public | 7 - 12

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    Dimner Beeber Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

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    Kohelet Yeshiva High School

    Private | 8 - 12

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    Wordsworth Academy

    Private | 6 - 12

High Schools 15
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    Motivation High School

    Public | 9 - 12

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    Parkway West

    Public | 9 - 12

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    Paul Robeson High School for Human Services

    Public | 9 - 12

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    Penn Wood High School

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    William L. Sayre High School

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    Overbrook High School

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    West Philadelphia High School

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    The Workshop School

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    School of the Future

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    Universal Audenried Charter High School

    Public | 9 - 12

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    Merion Mercy Academy

    Private | 9 - 12

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    Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia

    Private | 9 - 12

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    I S Kosloff Torah Academy High School for Girls

    Private | 9 - 12

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    The Mill Creek School

    Private | 9 - 12

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    West Philadelphia Catholic High School

    Private | 9 - 12

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