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Listing description

Big potential, bold possibilities, and a chance to make something truly your own! Discover a rare opportunity at 5043 Stenton Avenue, where great bones and untapped potential set the stage for an exciting transformation. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home features a traditional layout, gas heating, an unfinished basement with a half bath, and a convenient one-car garage. Whether you're an investor seeking your next project or a buyer eager to bring a personal vision to life, this property is packed with possibilities. Bring your creativity and turn this hidden gem into something extraordinary! *Some photos may have been virtually enhanced or digitally edited for marketing purposes.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level1 half bath
  2. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1 full · 1 half
Living area
1,344 sq ft
Heating
Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Cooling
None

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Traditional, Straight Thru
Year built
1925

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.03 acres (1,275 sq ft)
Garage
1 space

Financial

Price / sq ft
$119
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2686226
County
Philadelphia County
School district
Philadelphia City
Days on NookLocal
2 days

Interior features

Basement
Unfinished
Levels
2
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Foundation
Other

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
None
Hot water
None
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Septic, Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage
Garage type
Other
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
WISTER

Lot & zoning

Zoning
RSA5

Included in the sale

Possession
Immediate

Price history

DateEventPrice
Oct 30, 2026Listed for sale$159,900

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$167,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Philadelphia County assessment ratio, weighted toward the current asking price.

Current list price
$159,900
County assessment implies
$155,501

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
4603 N 13TH ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140October 2026$174,9003/11,306$192,764
355 E ELEANOR ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19120October 2026$150,0003/11,344$135,138
269 LAURISTON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128October 2026$346,0003/11,340$246,477
3729 N PARK AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19140October 2026$100,0003/11,350$107,066
5128 MEBUS ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124October 2026$215,0003/11,332$201,156
1743 W COLONIAL ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19126October 2026$280,0003/11,318$270,595

Estimated taxes

Recorded property taxes: $2,053 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$31,980 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$1,020/mo

Principal & interest
$803
Property taxes
$171
Home insurance (est.)
$47

Taxes use the amount recorded on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.

Area statistics

School district

Philadelphia City

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Philadelphia County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which United Real Estate Strive 212 participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have Closed or are no longer being offered for sale.

Data last updated: November 1, 2026 at 1:14 PM EST

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