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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
$210,540$128 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $18,000 on Dec 2, 1999

5237 RACE ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,650 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,800 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$211K
$171K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,000 · Dec 2, 1999
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$35,040
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$28,032
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.83%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$175,500
VELOCITY COMMERCIAL CAPITAL LLC · recorded Feb 11, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,040 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$145,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.48
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
James Rhoads Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Overbrook High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19139These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,811
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20,838 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,977
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,361
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5237 Race St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Haddington
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Haddington
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Haddington
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Haddington
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Haddington

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19139

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$55K$471K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Philadelphia 19139.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19139.

Estimated value$210,540
CheaperTypical $123,667Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $99Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,650 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,278 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,133 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 5237 Race St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHaddingtonPhiladelphia 19139Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,54096% of homes86% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12886% of homes76% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,650 ft²88% of homes81% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,800 ft²88% of homes87% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than192595% of homes93% of homes51% of homes

About 5237 Race St

How much is 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA is $210,540 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $170,537 to $250,542. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Dec 2, 1999 for $18,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA?

5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,650 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA built?

5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA?

5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to James Rhoads Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Overbrook High School (high), rated D. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19139?

Among the 14,304 homes in Philadelphia 19139, it is worth more than 86% of them ($210,540 against a typical $123,667), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($128 against a typical $99), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,650 ft² against a typical 1,278 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 1,133 ft²) and it is newer than 93% of them (1925 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 45% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5237 Race St, Philadelphia, PA was $2,040. The county assessed it at $145,700.

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