Charming Olney Gem: Your New Home Awaits at 5519 Rising Sun Avenue! Welcome to this delightful 3-bedroom, 1.5 -bathroom row home in the heart of Philadelphia's vibrant Olney neighborhood. Perfect for first-time homebuyers or those seeking a comfortable and convenient living space. Step inside and discover a functional layout featuring a welcoming living area that flows seamlessly into the dining space, ideal for entertaining or everyday living. The updated kitchen provides a practical space for meal preparation. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, offering ample space for rest and relaxation, alongside an updated full bathroom. The basement provides additional space, perfect for storage, a laundry area, or future finishing to suit your needs. Other updates include new HVAC and new 2nd floor LVP. Enjoy easy access to diverse local restaurants, grocery stores, and various shops. Olney is renowned for its excellent public transportation, with bus lines and the Olney Transportation Center providing quick commutes throughout the city. For those who enjoy the outdoors, nearby green spaces like Fisher Park offer a peaceful retreat. Don't miss the chance to make this charming Olney residence your own! Schedule your showing today.
TownhomeProperty Type
1930Year Built
1,286 sq ftLot Size
$178Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Matthew Aragona• Compass RE
•267-435-8015 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Marion Blichasz• HomeSmart Realty Advisors
Row Airlite 3 Bedroom 1 1/4 Baths, Finished Basement & Garage. Move In Condition, Eat-In-Kitchen, Easy Transportation, New Steps In Front And All New Windows. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Don't Miss It!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Public Records
Jan 16, 1991
Sold
$51,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,492
$35,600 + $142,400
$178,000
2025
$2,492 (+45.5%)
$35,600 + $142,400
$178,000
2024
$1,712
$24,460 + $97,840
$122,300
2023
$1,712 (+29.0%)
$24,460 + $97,840
$122,300
2022
$1,327
$14,220 + $80,580
$94,800
2021
$1,327
$14,220 + $80,580
$94,800
2020
$1,327 (+7.6%)
$14,220 + $80,580
$94,800
2019
$1,233 (+6.9%)
$13,215 + $74,885
$88,100
2018
$1,153
$12,360 + $70,040
$82,400
2017
$1,153 (+4.4%)
$12,360 + $70,040
$82,400
2015
$1,104
$8,748 + $73,652
$82,400
2014
$1,104 (−5.8%)
$8,748 + $73,652
$82,400
2013
$1,173 (+3.6%)
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
2012
$1,132 (+3.9%)
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
2011
$1,090 (+9.9%)
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
2010
$992
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
Tax history for 5519 Rising Sun Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,492
$35,600 + $142,400
$178,000
2025
$2,492 (+45.5%)
$35,600 + $142,400
$178,000
2024
$1,712
$24,460 + $97,840
$122,300
2023
$1,712 (+29.0%)
$24,460 + $97,840
$122,300
2022
$1,327
$14,220 + $80,580
$94,800
2021
$1,327
$14,220 + $80,580
$94,800
2020
$1,327 (+7.6%)
$14,220 + $80,580
$94,800
2019
$1,233 (+6.9%)
$13,215 + $74,885
$88,100
2018
$1,153
$12,360 + $70,040
$82,400
2017
$1,153 (+4.4%)
$12,360 + $70,040
$82,400
2015
$1,104
$8,748 + $73,652
$82,400
2014
$1,104 (−5.8%)
$8,748 + $73,652
$82,400
2013
$1,173 (+3.6%)
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
2012
$1,132 (+3.9%)
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
2011
$1,090 (+9.9%)
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
2010
$992
$1,399 + $10,601
$12,000
*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
16 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
1,286 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,164
Year built
1930
Style
Townhouse
County
Philadelphia County
APN
421272400
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 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
Dec 11, 2026 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Mar 4, 2021 • Final
Plumbing
Perform minor construction work at the property in accordance with all applicable codes and standards. Ensure all required pedestrian protection is in place prior to the start of work.
Remodel
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
Garage Sq. Ft.: 250
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Basement Garage
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Concrete Driveway
Attached Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Laundry Type: Basement, Has Laundry, Hookup, Washer In Unit
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level
Basement Footprint Percent: 50.00
Basement Finished Percent: 100.00
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 250
Improvement Assessed Value: $142,400
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Other
Main Entrance Orientation: Northwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Rubber
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 16.00 x 80.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $35,600
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,164
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 250
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $1,096
School Tax: $1,395
Tax Assessed Value: $178,000
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $2,491
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
100 Amp Service
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: GPS!
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,164
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,286 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 421272400
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Olney Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Olney High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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
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
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$239,000 – $289,000
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