5538 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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5538 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139

Cobbs Creek
  • 4 Beds
  • 2,304 sqft

$159,900

Est. Mortgage $1,019/mo*
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$159,900

Est. Mortgage $1,019/mo*
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4 Beds
2,304 sqft
We estimate this home will sell faster than 85% nearby.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Climate Control
Heating only
Price/Sqft
$69
Listed
28 days ago

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Large two story, porch front Duplex located in West Philadelphia just off of 57th and Walnut Street. Nice sized two bedroom apartment on the 1st floor. Large, 2/3 bedroom apartment on the 2nd floor. Tremendous rental income potential. Conveniently located with easy access to University City and Center City Philadelphia.
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 85% nearby.

Home Details for 5538 Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2304 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 28

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: DuplexStructure Type: OtherArchitecture: Straight Thru
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 604038300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,900Price Per Sqft: $69
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: PHILADELPHIA
School Information
Elementary School District: Philadelphia CityJr High / Middle School District: Philadelphia CityHigh School District: Philadelphia City

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PAPH2642464

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2304 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PAPH2642464Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation Display: NSource Internet Consumer Comment: NSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Mitchell Cohen, (215) 732-5355
Premier Real Estate Inc, (215) 732-5355
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#PAPH2642464

Market trends in Cobbs Creek

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$182K
$9.97KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$134
$16MoM
Available listings
155
12MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Cobbs Creek
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What Locals Say about Cobbs Creek

At least 769 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say car is needed

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say there are community events

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say parking is easy

  • 38 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 35 % Say it's quiet

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  • Danniedoll
    "Good neighborhood but changed a little with generations. Parks and kids still play, people walk around but not really at night"
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  • Brandon Chastang Jr
    "Good people everybody looks out for each other and the schools are good for the kids. We appreciate the area "
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  • Bignick
    "I started my life in this neighborhood . It’s safe and the police station is near. Only thing missing is a car garage. Children can play around here without getting hurt."
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  • Mceva Miller
    "Dollar stroll on Baltimore ave near university city. A lot of vendors alway the city to sample their products. Delicious and fun. "
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  • Trulia User
    "When it comes to walking dogs there’s no grass so my dog barely ever wants to go on walks. There’s also a lot of broken glass in the few grassy areas."
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  • Christina_poulson
    " Keep your kids in the, house mind your business. Be careful stay alert it’s nowhere to park there are no farmers market around in the area "
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  • Trulia User
    "The street I live on is quiet.Its not many children on this street. There. is plenty of buses and trolleys. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a park 2 blocks away for you to take you animals to run and children to play . As well as adults having a walk or run or even play tennis or have a barbecue "
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood could be a great neighborhood again! I lived in this area for 7 years now and it has gotten worst but that’s not just this neighborhood! It’s the whole Philly neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of stuff people around and dog walking daily. Just a lot of good dogs. Dog friendly neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy access to busses & trolly. All in walking distance. I drive so it takes me 15 minutes to get to work"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s clean and safe to live and some schools are good and the parks are great to take your kids at to play. "
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  • Trulia User
    "They would like the fact that there’s a park right down the street. Other dogs and people enjoy the area as well "
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive. It's a race track for inexperienced drivers who all have a be first attitude. Littered with rim wrecking pot holes and tire puncturing debri. They dig up streets and leave the ditches for months / years. Parking is unreliable and permits are needed to keep your car from being ticketed on the street you actually live on. It's a 3 out of 10. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this neighborhood my entire life,it's a great area to live in and it's only getting better."
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this area for 12 years. The neighborhood has changed a lot and is now very noisy and full of litter. Many new renters and section 8 properties. Loud music and arguments from windows, cars and outside on the street until all hours. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Where I live, all dogs are welcomed. I have a dog park near by so my dog enjoys walks to the park. My dog and I don’t have any issues, with other dog owners."
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  • Trulia User
    "most of the neighbors have been here 20 to 30 years it's a very clean area where I live at but we have to also remember to be safe wherever we live"
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  • Trulia User
    "A few people in the area have a passion for fireworks that gets a little out of hand and runs its course from mid May to early August."
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  • Trulia User
    "It's a great neighborhood family friendly for the part clean. In this little community neighbors take care of neighbors from lawn care, car services, handy work and street cleaning👌💯"
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  • NikkiCrenshaw
    "my Best friend has great access to the neighborhood transportation the public transit runs frequently "
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  • Lexus W.
    "Nice neighborhood I been living here for over 2 years. I feel safe and I’m raising a child in this area"
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  • Erin C.
    "Lots of folks spending time on their porches, neighborly without intruding. Type of area that will help you dig your car out of the snow!"
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  • Jawara H.
    "It’s fairly quiet for the most part but a bit trashy, especially on & after trash day. Can’t say I would recommend this area. "
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  • Rmears1017
    "Commuting to work and airport is easy. Additionally, most SEPTA route can be accessed from the EL and the many buses that run around these parts."
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  • Ileana J.
    "I love this area I was raised here. Most people are friendly . Neighborhood is mainly quiet. Great place to live in my opinion "
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  • Quamaine H.
    "You can have friendly neighbors or quiet ones still not to bad of a area I personally stick to my self so I have no issues with the area what so ever "
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  • Latia.ayers0414
    "I love my neighborhood my son school and it’s close to my job. Its close to down town and the airport. "
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  • Michelle2170
    "It’s a good and great neighborhood for you to raise your kids if you are gonna to raise a family there. "
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  • Trulia User
    "be careful. The area is dangerous. There is investment opportunity in the area. But there is also danger as well"
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  • Kiah J.
    "The schools in this neighborhood are terrible. Wouldn’t move here with small children. Home robberies are also on the rise so keep doors and windows locked. Definitely recommend alarm and security cameras. "
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  • Chris W.
    "My neighborhood is quiet and accessible to transportation. The block is upcoming and homes are be build from the ground on up."
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  • Thomasrachine367
    "If you want your kid to go to a good school this is not the areaThe kids are a little rough around here"
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  • Sherri K.
    "Great access to SEPTA if you need it. You can walk to the trolley, at least 5 bus routes and walk to the train on Market st. "
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  • Lesley
    "I’m not a fan. There’s always people outside and loud. The car ride by blasting their music. The bus runs outside and shakes my house"
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  • Keemakatt
    "I’m not too sure. But it’s a high stray cat area, so if your dog isn’t trained it’s best for a leash."
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  • Lesley
    "Horrible... kids fight after school let’s out... cops constantly pulling people over right out front. No parking anywhere done says I gotta walk blocks"
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  • Greenerashief
    "That there is a football field that’s great for the area also there is a recreation center near and a ice skating rink not to far"
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  • Ahowell22@gmail.com
    "There are a few schools in the neighborhood, you can walk to the market, it’s close to public transportation "
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  • Tanya M.
    "To see beautiful parks and sports in the neighborhood. Stores and laundry close to the home . There are high, middle and Elementary school."
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5538 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 is a 4 bedroom, 2,304 sqft multi-family built in 1925. 5538 Walnut St is located in Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jun 29, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PAPH2642464.