# 5153 W COLUMBIA Avenue, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131

> **TL;DR:** 4bd/1ba townhouse, $165,000 ($123/sqft), built 1925, 1,340 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $715/mo. Listed 22 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $165,000 |
| Price/sqft | $123 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,340 |
| Year Built | 1925 |
| Lot Size | 1,133 sqft (0.03 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Townhouse (Townhouse) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 22 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $715 |
| **Total** | **$715** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** EDWARD HESTON
- **Middle:** EDWARD HESTON
- **High:** OVERBROOK

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1925
- 0.03 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Investor Opportunity in Parkside, West Philadelphia This 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom townhome presents a strong investment opportunity with a long-term Section 8 tenant already in place, offering immediate and consistent rental income. The home features an open-concept main level with a spacious living and dining area, leading to a fenced-in backyard. The basement is provides additional storage space and includes access to a washer and dryer. It offers a great opportunity for your own finishing touches. Upstairs, are four well-sized bedrooms. The roof was last serviced in 2022, HVAC winter of 2026. With TLC and cosmetic updates, this property has excellent potential to increase value and maximize cash flow. Additional features include central air conditioning and forced-air heating. Property is being sold As Is. Ideal for investors looking to expand their rental portfolio with a value-add opportunity. Income-producing and ready for the next owner-schedule your tour today!

## Location

- **Address:** 5153 W COLUMBIA Avenue, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19131
- **County:** PHILADELPHIA
- **Neighborhood:** PARKSIDE
- **Coordinates:** 39.98025, -75.2235
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=39.98025,-75.2235

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Charlene A Houston
- **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
- **Phone:** 2673044916
- **Email:** chouston@kw.com

## Primary Photo

![5153 W COLUMBIA Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/278c08e2de3a364a1cc42fe8855cd823l-f3765552773r.jpg)

*14 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/5153-w-columbia-avenue-philadelphia-pa-19131-h2596640)*

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**MLS#:** PAPH2596640 | **Updated:** 2026-04-29
**Source:** listhub

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