Welcome to the Olney section of Philadelphia! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is full of potential and ready for its next owner to bring it back to life. The main level offers a comfortable family room, a kitchen with a dining area, and a functional layout perfect for everyday living. The full basement provides ample space for storage or entertaining and includes a convenient laundry area. Outside, you'll find a private driveway and a one-car garage, adding valuable off-street parking. Whether you're an investor looking for your next project or a homeowner ready to build equity with some cosmetic updates, this property presents an excellent opportunity. Major improvements include a newer furnace and newer windows. Property is being sold strictly as is, with the buyer responsible for any inspections and certifications required for closing.
TownhomeProperty Type
1948Year Built
1,742 sq ftLot Size
$137Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jennifer Riches• EXP Realty, LLC
•888-397-7352 (broker)
•pa.broker@exprealty.com (broker)
Bought with Mitch Nikic• Century 21 Advantage Gold-Castor
Est. $1,338 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5217 Marwood Rd E
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2643200
Aug 6, 2026
Sold
$149,000
$137/sq ft
Jul 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 1, 2026
Listed
$149,900
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 2004
Sold
$69,000
$63/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH627446
Aug 27, 2003
Listing Removed
—
May 5, 2003
Listed
$69,000
$63/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 6, 1987
Sold
$41,700
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,193 (−54.0%)
$37,040 + $148,160
$185,200
2025
$2,592 (+38.1%)
$37,040 + $148,160
$185,200
2024
$1,877
$26,820 + $107,280
$134,100
2023
$1,877 (+33.0%)
$26,820 + $107,280
$134,100
2022
$1,411
$15,120 + $85,680
$100,800
2021
$1,411
$15,120 + $85,680
$100,800
2020
$1,411 (+7.6%)
$15,120 + $85,680
$100,800
2019
$1,312 (−10.0%)
$14,055 + $79,645
$93,700
2018
$1,457
$15,615 + $88,485
$104,100
2017
$1,457 (+4.4%)
$15,615 + $88,485
$104,100
2015
$1,395
$11,120 + $92,980
$104,100
2014
$1,394 (+1.1%)
$11,120 + $92,980
$104,100
2013
$1,379 (+3.6%)
$1,409 + $12,703
$14,112
2012
$1,331 (+3.9%)
$1,409 + $12,703
$14,112
2011
$1,282 (+9.9%)
$1,409 + $12,703
$14,112
2010
$1,166
$1,409 + $12,703
$14,112
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
16 ft.
Lot depth
99 ft.
Lot size
1,589 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,088
Year built
1940
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
421548300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
RSA-5
/NDO
/NIS
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
Ninth District Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Driveway, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Interior Features: Tub Shower, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Table Space
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Enter address into the GPS
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,088
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,589 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 421548300
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
Olney Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Olney High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
2/10
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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, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19120
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 13% for direct sun exposure in Philadelphia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$179,000 – $216,000
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