
5820 Theodore St Philadelphia, PA 19143
Elmwood NeighborhoodHighlights
- Straight Thru Architecture
- 2-minute walk to Elmwood Avenue And 58Th Street
- 1 Car Garage
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating System
About This Home
As of June 2025Welcome to 5820 Theodore St, a fantastic investment opportunity in the Elmwood neighborhood of Philadelphia.
This duplex features two one-bedroom units, presenting an excellent opportunity for investors to rent out both units or for owner-occupants to move in and live rent-free.
The first floor unit is a bi-level apartment with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. This unit boasts a spacious living room, a full bath, a master bedroom, and a large eat-in kitchen. The finished basement provides plenty of additional living space and can be used as a second bedroom or a recreation room and provides access to the garage. This unit is currently rented out for $600/month.
The second floor unit features one bedroom, one full bath, an eat-in kitchen, and a living room. This unit is currently vacant and has great potential to easily be updated into a comfortable living space.
While the property can use some updates, each unit has the potential to rent for approximately $900 to $1,000 once renovated.
This property is located on a great block and is conveniently close to transportation and shopping, making it an ideal location for tenants.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Empower Real Estate, LLC License #RS280485 Listed on: 04/27/2023

Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,034
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 1,120 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Assigned Parking Garage Space
- Basement Garage
- Rear-Facing Garage
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Duplex
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,287 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Schools
- Thomas G Morton Elementary School
- William Tilden Middle School
- John Batram High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Forced Air Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Community Details
- 2 Units
- Philadelphia Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 119
- Assessor Parcel Number 402248200
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Philadelphia, PA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $210,000 | Spire Abstract Llc | |
Deed | $165,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Deed | $63,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $157,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $159,493 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $23,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $62,505 | FHA |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/19/2025 06/19/25 | Sold | $205,000 | -2.4% | $159 / Sq Ft |
04/19/2025 04/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/11/2025 03/11/25 | For Sale | $210,000 | +27.3% | $163 / Sq Ft |
06/13/2023 06/13/23 | Sold | $165,000 | -2.9% | $128 / Sq Ft |
04/27/2023 04/27/23 | For Sale | $169,900 | -- | $132 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $1,540 | $165,800 | $33,160 | $132,640 |
2024 | $1,540 | $165,800 | $33,160 | $132,640 |
2023 | $1,540 | $110,000 | $22,000 | $88,000 |
2022 | $1,540 | $110,000 | $22,000 | $88,000 |
2021 | $1,100 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2020 | $1,100 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2019 | $959 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2018 | $959 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $959 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $959 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $6,693 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | -- | $68,500 | $5,670 | $62,830 |
2012 | -- | $12,512 | $902 | $11,610 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Vu Le
Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County
(267) 528-8960
3 in this area
133 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Julie Huang
KW Empower
(267) 336-8931
1 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Oliver Millwood
Empower Real Estate, LLC
(302) 533-8020
1 in this area
148 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2226766

APN: 402248200
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