Welcome to this classic two-story brick row home nestled on a quiet one-way street in Philadelphia's desirable Lawncrest neighborhood. This home offers timeless character with hardwood flooring throughout, three comfortable bedrooms, one full bathroom, and an inviting eat-in kitchen perfect for everyday living. The full, unfinished basement provides ample storage space and offers endless possibilities for future use. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, public transportation, schools, and major roadways, this property is well situated for easy commuting and daily conveniences. This home presents a wonderful opportunity for buyers looking to personalize a property and make it their own. The property is being sold in as-is condition.
Pending
$139,900
5939 Malta St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
3beds
1,058sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1925
960 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$132/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-story brick row homeTimeless characterQuiet one-way streetAmple storage spaceHardwood flooring throughoutInviting eat-in kitchenThree comfortable bedrooms
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jaimee Cohen 610-622-7500,
RE/MAX Prime Real Estate 6106227500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2657288
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,058
- Total interior livable area: 1,058 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,058
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 960 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 64.00
- Features: Middle Of Block
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 352285500
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Slab, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lawncrest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $132/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $153,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,145
- Date on market: 8/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA 203(k),Private Financing Available,Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
$1,765/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2026 | Pending sale | $139,900$132/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $139,900+81.7%$132/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $77,000-38.9%$73/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Listing removed | $126,100$119/sqft |
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| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $126,100+5.1%$119/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $120,000-11.1%$113/sqft |
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| 12/3/2024 | Listing removed | $135,000$128/sqft |
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| 11/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $135,000-15.6%$128/sqft |
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| 7/16/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/13/2024 | Contingent | $159,999$151/sqft |
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| 4/20/2024 | Price change | $159,999-3%$151/sqft |
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| 4/12/2024 | Price change | $164,999-5.7%$156/sqft |
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| 3/25/2024 | Price change | $174,999-5.4%$165/sqft |
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| 3/3/2024 | Price change | $184,999-2.6%$175/sqft |
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| 2/8/2024 | Price change | $189,999-2.6%$180/sqft |
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| 1/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $195,000+244.1%$184/sqft |
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| 10/2/2019 | Listing removed | $56,675$54/sqft |
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| 10/1/2019 | Price change | $56,675+0.3%$54/sqft |
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| 9/29/2019 | Price change | $56,526+0.8%$53/sqft |
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| 9/27/2019 | Price change | $56,098+0.2%$53/sqft |
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| 9/25/2019 | Price change | $55,990-0.6%$53/sqft |
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| 9/22/2019 | Price change | $56,310-12.2%$53/sqft |
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| 9/21/2019 | Price change | $64,137-31.5%$61/sqft |
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| 9/19/2019 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 9/28/2007 | Sold | $93,676+44.3%$89/sqft |
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| 8/12/2004 | Sold | $64,900$61/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,146 +29.5% | $153,300 +29.5% |
| 2024 | $1,657 | $118,400 |
| 2023 | $1,657 +43.7% | $118,400 |
| 2022 | $1,153 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,153 +4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $1,107 | -- |
| 2017 | $1,107 -1.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,123 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,123 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,123 +4.5% | $80,200 +606% |
| 2012 | $1,075 | $11,360 |
| 2011 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2010 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2009 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2008 | -- | $11,360 |
| 2007 | -- | $11,360 +7.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $10,560 |
| 2005 | -- | $10,560 |
| 2004 | -- | $10,560 |
| 2003 | -- | $10,560 |
| 2002 | -- | $10,560 |
| 2000 | -- | $10,560 -6.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $11,264 |
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Neighborhood: Lawndale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Franklin Benjamin SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Fels Samuel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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