CHESTER AVE LOFTS: It is my distinguished honor to present to you 5237 Chester Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19143. • Down the street, we are also listing a 3 unit Commercial Mixed Use on 5129 Chester Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19143. Located in the Heart of Kingsessing, Southwest Philadelphia, adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridor and surrounded by residential properties and commercial spaces, Southwest Philadelphia has undergone a radical transformation and evolution in the last few decades. We are directly on a trolley line transportation hub that takes you to University City and the major universities, including University of the Sciences of Philadelphia(USP), Drexel University, and the University of Pennsylvania, an Ivy League Institution, as well as to Center City substations. Across the street are 2 massive multi-unit development projects, as well as an institutional subdivision development. • See attached pro-forma which shows 11+ Capitalization rate, with potential $6000-$7000/monthly cash flow. Enter this 3 story 2,672 Square Ft Building with 6 units featuring 1 Bed|1 Bath apartments newly renovated ranging from $1000-$1200/month. All of the units are renovated with beautifully designed kitchen, equipped with granite countertops, modern appliances including a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. The kitchen features ceiling lighting, luxury vinyl flooring, and a garbage disposal. This apartment unit features floors and vinyl flooring, high ceilings, newly renovated throughout with new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom has been recently updated with a new vanity, mirror, shower, toilet, and new tile flooring. Each unit has electric baseboards, The property is filled with radiant natural light and illumination from beautiful windows. The property is close to bus stops and close to multi-modal public transportation, Walk to public transportation (Bus and Trolley), Kingsessing Recreation Center, shops, eateries, local market, and in proximity to businesses such as cafes, bars, eclectic and multicultural cuisine and food establishments. Come live in Kingsessing, where there are many things to do and people in a thriving community. We are filling up the building with tenants and can have the entire building occupied by the time of acquisition settlement. We have thoroughly screened and evaluated all potential applicants. To apply, we are running credit reports, criminal backgrounds, eviction history, and reviewing all income & financial documentation. If you are selected as a tenant, we will collect the first, last & security deposit(one month). There are no minimum score requirements. The entire financial and credit profile will be reviewed in its entirety to determine application viability. Pets are permissible on a case by case scenarios and there is no smoking allowed. We look forward to doing business with you and we will ensure a smooth, efficient, and professional process for all parties. Thank you for the opportunity to showcase this home and we wish you the best of luck in your investment portfolio search.
For sale
Price cut: $112 (3/1)
$649,000
5237 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
6beds
3,272sqft
Est.:
Apartment
Built in 1968
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern appliancesRadiant natural lightBeautiful windowsGranite countertopsGarbage disposalStainless steel appliances
- 168 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 06, 2025 at 06:55am
Listed by:
Minh Nguyen-Rivera 267-628-8062,
KW Empower 215-627-3500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2421012

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
- Main level bathrooms: 6
- Main level bedrooms: 6
Basement
- Area: 600
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: None, In Unit
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,272
- Total interior livable area: 3,272 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,672
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.00 x 100.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 881707575
- Zoning: RSA5
- Zoning description: Variance for 6 unit dwelling
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Apartment
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat,Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Exterior Cameras
- Subdivision: Kingsessing
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $198/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $383,200
- Annual tax amount: $5,364
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Bank Portfolio,Other
- Ownership: Other
- Total actual rent: 79200
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