Pack your bags and move right in, 5253 Addison is ready for its newest owner! The inviting front porch welcomes you into the house which has been recently renovated from top to bottom. You'll find real hardwood floors, recessed lighting, a brand new kitchen and all brand new appliances on the first floor. The second floor has three great size bedrooms and the bright and fresh full bathroom. Don't for get about the central air to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Located right on the boarder of Cobbs Creek and University City, not only is there easy access to the heart to University City and Center City, there are plenty of restaurants and eateries within walking distance as well.
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
15 ft.
Lot depth
66 ft.
Lot size
990 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,140
Year built
1925
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
602142100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RM-1
/MIN
Residential Multi-Family-1 District
The RM, Residential Multi-Family districts are primarily intended to accommodate moderate- to high-density, multi-unit residential buildings in areas where such development already exists or where it is desired in the future. The Zoning Code includes four RM districts. These districts are differentiated primarily on the basis of allowed minimum lot area per unit and allowed building heights.
Zone overlays
Mixed Income Neighborhoods Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Feb 15, 2017 • Final
Bp_alter
Remove and reconstruct a front porch roof and structural support columns. No changes will be made to the interior of the structure.
Remodel
Oct 4, 2012 • Final
Pp_plumbng
Install a full water service for a single-family home.
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
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
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $120,960
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Stone, Slab
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 15.00 x 66.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $30,240
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,140
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $931
School Tax: $1,185
Tax Assessed Value: $151,200
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $2,116
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: 53rd to Addison
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,140
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 990 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 602142100
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Global Leadership Academy Charter Southwest
Charter K-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
4/10
Sayre William L Middle School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
7/10 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$233,000 – $281,000
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