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$158,750$149 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $39,900 on Feb 15, 2000

5238 SAUL ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19124
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,068 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.
1,400 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$159K
$152K low$166K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$39,900 · Feb 15, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,290 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$168,500 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences at H. R. EdmundsF
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Frankford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19124These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.81

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.66,005
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,409 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,417
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,777
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%

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How this home compares

5238 Saul 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 less than 69% of homes in Northwood
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Northwood
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Northwood
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Northwood
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Northwood

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19124

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

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$74K$263K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Philadelphia 19124.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19124.

Estimated value$158,750
CheaperTypical $167,941Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,068 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 5238 Saul St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwoodPhiladelphia 19124Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$158,75031% of homes40% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14973% of homes58% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,068 ft²7% of homes27% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,400 ft²30% of homes54% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than194074% of homes72% of homes62% of homes

About 5238 Saul St

How much is 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA is $158,750 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $151,977 to $165,523. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Feb 15, 2000 for $39,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA?

5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,068 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA built?

5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA?

5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences at H. R. Edmunds (elementary), rated F; Frankford High School (high), rated F. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19124?

Among the 20,357 homes in Philadelphia 19124, it is worth more than 40% of them ($158,750 against a typical $167,941), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($149 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,068 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²) and it is newer than 72% of them (1940 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 31% 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 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5238 Saul St, Philadelphia, PA was $2,290. The county assessed it at $168,500.

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