$195,000
3 bd|1.5 ba|1,132 sqft
1723 N 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
For Sale
Listing description
5919 Chester Ave can now be yours ! This spacious and well-maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home renovated a short 5 years ago is a must see. Walk in to the enclosed front porch which provided extra square footage and be greeted by the always wanted, open floor layout. From living room to dining room to the sit in kitchen, this home has many perks you desire. Private back patio, large bedrooms filled with natural light and a modern bathroom. Don’t miss out on this comfortable, conveniently located home with tons of charm and space!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1 full
- Living area
- 1,429 sq ft
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central A/C
Property & construction
- Property type
- Residential · Interior Row/Townhouse
- Architectural style
- Other
- Year built
- 1920
Lot & parking
- Lot size
- 0.03 acres (1,449 sq ft)
Financial
- Price / sq ft
- $140
- HOA dues
- None
Listing details
- MLS #
- PAPH2652994
- County
- Philadelphia County
- School district
- Philadelphia City
- Days on NookLocal
- 1 day
Interior features
- Basement
- Full
- Levels
- 2
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior & construction
- Construction
- Masonry
- Foundation
- Other
Systems & utilities
- Heating fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling fuel
- Electric
- Hot water
- Electric
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Parking
- Parking
- On Street
Community
- Subdivision
- KINGSESSING
Lot & zoning
- Lot dimensions
- 15.00 x 95.00
- Zoning
- RSA5
Included in the sale
- Possession
- Immediate
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2026 | Listed for sale | $199,999 |
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
$180,000
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
- $199,999
- County assessment implies
- $115,918
Comparable Sales
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5907 CHESTER AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | July 2026 | $95,000 | 3/1 | 1,429 | $91,408 |
| 1138 S PAXON ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | July 2026 | $200,000 | 3/1 | 1,506 | $189,943 |
| 6003 CEDARHURST ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | July 2026 | $130,000 | 3/1 | 1,300 | $139,380 |
| 1816 S ALDEN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | July 2026 | $149,900 | 3/1 | 1,294 | $162,178 |
| 5923 CHRISTIAN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | July 2026 | $60,000 | 3/1 | 1,316 | $63,881 |
| 5553 LARCHWOOD AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143 | July 2026 | $217,000 | 3/2 | 1,476 | $153,247 |
Estimated taxes
Recorded property taxes: $1,530 (2026 bill as recorded in the MLS).
Estimated monthly payment calculator
$40,000 (20%)
6.43%
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$1,190/mo
- Principal & interest
- $1,004
- Property taxes
- $128
- Home insurance (est.)
- $58
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.
Map location
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Data last updated: July 28, 2026 at 8:21 PM EDT
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