Welcome to 5855 Sylvester Street, a charming brick rowhome located in the heart of Philadelphia’s desirable Mayfair/Oxford Circle neighborhood. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern updates. Step inside to find a bright and welcoming living room that flows into a separate dining area, ideal for entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen features durable new flooring and contemporary finishes, while upstairs, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms with new flooring and a full bath. A full basement offers plenty of storage, laundry space, or potential for a home workshop. Outside, enjoy the security and privacy of fully fenced front and rear yards, plus the convenience of an attached garage and driveway parking. Built in 1950, this home boasts a solid brick exterior and sits on a well-proportioned lot. It’s just minutes from public transportation, Roosevelt Boulevard, shopping, parks, and local schools. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking for a smart investment, this home is a fantastic opportunity—affordably priced, well-maintained, and ready for its next chapter.
Sold for $229,000 on 08/07/25
$229,000
5855 Sylvester St, Philadelphia, PA 19149
3beds
1,200sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1950
492 Square Feet Lot
$227,800 Zestimate®
$191/sqft
$1,774 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 02:04pm
Listed by:
Nick Bahateridis 484-432-2103,
Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Bought with:
Auri Rodriguez, RS365543
Keller Williams Main Line
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2512734
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 200
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Garage Access,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 492 sqft
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 31.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 621381800
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: None Available
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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