Welcome to 5757 Drexel Road, a charming stone and brick twin nestled on a quiet, friendly block just an easy 8-minute walk to Saint Joseph’s University. This lovingly maintained family home is filled with warmth, character, and decades of cherished memories. Step inside to find original hardwood floors throughout and spacious, light-filled rooms that highlight the home’s classic charm. The main level features a welcoming living room, a formal dining room perfect for gatherings, and an eat-in kitchen with plenty of space to make it your own. Enjoy your morning coffee on the inviting front porch or unwind on the back porch overlooking the yard. Upstairs you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms and two full bathrooms, offering flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The home also includes a convenient half bathroom and a large basement with 7+ foot ceilings, providing excellent potential for storage, a workshop, or future finished living space. Parking is easy with a one-car garage and a long driveway that can accommodate up to three additional vehicles. Located in a peaceful neighborhood with wonderful neighbors and close proximity to Saint Joseph’s University, this home offers both charm and opportunity. Being sold as-is, with a little love and vision, this special property is ready to be transformed into a true palace for its next owner. Come see the potential and imagine the memories waiting to be made.
Est. $2,069 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5757 Drexel Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 10, 2026
Sold
$295,000
$186/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2594086
Jul 29, 2026
Sold
$305,000
$193/sq ft
May 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 18, 2026
Listed
$325,000
$205/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,937 (−32.3%)
$61,960 + $247,840
$309,800
2025
$4,337 (+30.6%)
$61,960 + $247,840
$309,800
2024
$3,322
$47,400 + $189,900
$237,300
2023
$3,322 (+21.7%)
$47,400 + $189,900
$237,300
2022
$2,730
$29,250 + $165,750
$195,000
2021
$2,730
$29,250 + $165,750
$195,000
2020
$2,730 (+3.7%)
$29,250 + $165,750
$195,000
2019
$2,632
$28,200 + $159,800
$188,000
2018
$2,632
$28,200 + $159,800
$188,000
2017
$2,631 (+4.4%)
$28,200 + $159,800
$188,000
2015
$2,519
$34,398 + $153,602
$188,000
2014
$2,519 (+9.6%)
$34,398 + $153,602
$188,000
2013
$2,298 (+3.6%)
$4,248 + $19,272
$23,520
2012
$2,218 (+3.9%)
$4,248 + $19,272
$23,520
2011
$2,136 (+9.9%)
$4,248 + $19,272
$23,520
2010
$1,944
$4,248 + $19,272
$23,520
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
28 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
3,780 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,582
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
522196000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RSA-3
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
/NIS
/FDO - WYNNEFIELD
Residential Single-Family Attached-3 District
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
Fourth District Overlay - Fourth District Area
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Fourth District Overlay District Commercial Review Areas - Wynnefield