MULTIPLE OFFERS. DEADLINE FRIDAY OCTOBER 13th at noon. Welcome to the well maintained duplex in the West Germantown section of the city. . This multi unit is conveniently located to shops, markets, main commuter roads, train stations, restaurants and the list goes on. Both units include beautiful hardwood floors, open kitchens, dining areas, updated bathrooms, two bedrooms and central air! The first floor unit (occupied - $980-month) has access to the semi finished basement and laundry room. Two car garage and fenced in yard. This home could be great for an owner occupant (2nd floor vacant) or an investor to add to their portfolio. The owner installed a roof, new windows, updated the kitchens and baths, new HVAC system, and electrical system. Turn key and ready to go! Schedule your showing today. 24 hour notice is needed
Germantown Duplex in need of TLC. Located on quiet street with easy access to Route 1 and public transportation, Perfect opportunity for investor or owner occupant who is willing to contribute some sweat equity. Two, 2 bedroom/ 1 bath units. Garages. Newer roof. One unit currently occupied by family member. Family member will vacate property once new owner obtained. Motivated seller! Being sold "As-is".
Public Records
Apr 29, 1994
Sold
$2,475
$1/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,191 (−39.0%)
$51,300 + $205,200
$256,500
2025
$3,590 (+42.1%)
$51,300 + $205,200
$256,500
2024
$2,527
$36,100 + $144,400
$180,500
2023
$2,527 (+32.8%)
$36,100 + $144,400
$180,500
2022
$1,902
$20,370 + $115,530
$135,900
2021
$1,902
$20,370 + $115,530
$135,900
2020
$1,902 (+1.3%)
$20,370 + $115,530
$135,900
2019
$1,877
$20,100 + $114,000
$134,100
2018
$1,877
$20,115 + $113,985
$134,100
2017
$1,877 (+7.4%)
$20,115 + $113,985
$134,100
2015
$1,747
$17,562 + $112,838
$130,400
2014
$1,747 (−6.9%)
$17,562 + $112,838
$130,400
2013
$1,876 (+3.6%)
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
2012
$1,811 (+3.9%)
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
2011
$1,744 (+9.9%)
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
2010
$1,587
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
Tax history for 5038 Copley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,191 (−39.0%)
$51,300 + $205,200
$256,500
2025
$3,590 (+42.1%)
$51,300 + $205,200
$256,500
2024
$2,527
$36,100 + $144,400
$180,500
2023
$2,527 (+32.8%)
$36,100 + $144,400
$180,500
2022
$1,902
$20,370 + $115,530
$135,900
2021
$1,902
$20,370 + $115,530
$135,900
2020
$1,902 (+1.3%)
$20,370 + $115,530
$135,900
2019
$1,877
$20,100 + $114,000
$134,100
2018
$1,877
$20,115 + $113,985
$134,100
2017
$1,877 (+7.4%)
$20,115 + $113,985
$134,100
2015
$1,747
$17,562 + $112,838
$130,400
2014
$1,747 (−6.9%)
$17,562 + $112,838
$130,400
2013
$1,876 (+3.6%)
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
2012
$1,811 (+3.9%)
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
2011
$1,744 (+9.9%)
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
2010
$1,587
$2,394 + $16,806
$19,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
25 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
2,518 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,682
Year built
1930
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Philadelphia County
APN
133166000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RSA-5
/NIS
/EDO
Residential Single-Family Attached-5
The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Zone overlays
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Eighth District Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Dec 4, 2015 • Final
Ep_electrl
Install a new electrical service and replace two electrical panels. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, kitchen counter circuits, and bathroom circuits. Install disconnects for air conditioning condensers and add interior and exterior light fixtures to a two-family home.
Electrical
Sep 30, 2015 • Final
Pp_plumbng
Install rough-in plumbing for bathrooms, kitchens, a washer and dryer, and water heaters.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street, On Street
Interior
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished, Walkout Level
Multi Unit Information
# of Two Bedroom Units: 2
# of Units Leased: 1
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $144,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
# of Units (Total): 2
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Flat
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 25.00 x 100.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $36,100
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,682
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,140
School Tax: $1,386
Tax Assessed Value: $180,500
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $2,526
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: GPS
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,682
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,518 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 133166000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kelly John B School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
4/10
King Martin Luther High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.