# 1831 S 5TH Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 > **TL;DR:** multi-family, $425,000 ($172/sqft), built 1915, 2,475 sqft. > A/C. Est. $2,273/mo. Listed 660 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $425,000 | | Price/sqft | $172 | | Square Feet | 2,475 | | Year Built | 1915 | | Lot Size | 1,059 sqft (0.02 acres) | | Property Type | Multi-Family (Triplex) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 660 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $2,149 | | Estimated Insurance | $124 | | **Total** | **$2,273** | ## Key Amenities - A/C ## Property Highlights - Built in 1915 - 0.02 acre lot ## Description ### Agent Description This property is legally zoned three unit building with active rental licenses located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, close to the neighborhoods of East Passyunk, Moyamensing & Pennsport. This property is adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridors and surrounded by residential & multi-unit development and major infrastructure projects. This triplex is three large 2 bedroom/1 bathroom units through the 3 story structure, with a backyard and common easement. Enter into the vestibule and find a hallway with a door that leads to the first floor unit with access to the backyard. The second floor unit is not self-contained providing a value-add upside play to convert into two studios bringing the total unit count to 4 or more units. There are 4 gas meters (1 house), brand new 240 electrical service and heads, 3 water heaters, and 1 heating furnace. Common heat is currently configured for the building but switching to in-unit baseboard electric would be wise and economical. Cosmetic upgrades throughout building, with in-unit washer/dryer on third floor unit. If you are looking to house hack, an apartment unit can be made available to you. All units are currently occupied grossly below market rates 1) $950, 2) $1,100, 3) $1,200 (prior lease $1,400). Within short distance from this property lies East Passyunk Ave, which holds over 160 independent businesses and retail locations, ranging from multicutltural cuisines, entertainment, bars, shopping, retail, the arts, and many other amenities. East Passyunk is home to James Beard International food award recipients and is one of Food & Wine Magazine's Top 10 Foodie Destinations in the country. Dickinson Narrows also is adjacent to the Riverwards along the Delaware River, with many amenities and festivities for families and residents of all ages. Owner is a licensed PA agent/reatlor. ## Location - **Address:** 1831 S 5TH Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 - **County:** PHILADELPHIA - **Coordinates:** 39.92509079, -75.15426636 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=39.92509079,-75.15426636 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Ben Finelli · **License:** RS334157 - **Brokerage:** Realty Group PA II - **Broker Phone:** (610) 828-6300 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1831-S-5th-St_Philadelphia_PA_19148_M31059-66492?f=listhub&s=TRENDPA&m=PAPH2434530&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f3756174613r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f1639481416r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f1923570420r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f3409812055r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f1183539835r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f2891768885r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f330660926r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f3507980695r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f764250256r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f1251435454r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f2248198023r.jpg) ![1831 S 5TH Street - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/2863a484ff368d49df5672106f92dbfcl-f898967708r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** PAPH2434530 | **Updated:** 2026-10-20 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1831-s-5th-street-philadelphia-pa-19148-defb06d8a6a74e93be6a8a39ddcbd8ac) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1831-s-5th-street-philadelphia-pa-19148-defb06d8a6a74e93be6a8a39ddcbd8ac#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/1831-s-5th-street-philadelphia-pa-19148-defb06d8a6a74e93be6a8a39ddcbd8ac", "name": "1831 S 5TH Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148", "description": "This property is legally zoned three unit building with active rental licenses located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, close to the neighborhoods of East Passyunk, Moyamensing & Pennsport. 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