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$405,229$232 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Nov 15, 2002

5437 HOUGHTON PL

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19128
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,744 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.
2,660 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$405K
$333K low$478K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Nov 15, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,855 (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.$401,500 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$321,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$418,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$401,500

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.
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.Duplex Single
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Cook-Wissahickon Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Roxborough High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19128These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,685
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,007 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,857
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,118
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

5437 Houghton Pl 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 83% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Wissahickon
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Philadelphia County

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19128

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

This home
$175K$822K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Philadelphia 19128.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19128

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19128.

Estimated value$405,229
CheaperTypical $370,912Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size2,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,701 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 5437 Houghton Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWissahickonPhiladelphia 19128Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$405,22963% of homes59% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23215% of homes25% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,744 ft²63% of homes69% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,660 ft²66% of homes49% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than195065% of homes50% of homes75% of homes

About 5437 Houghton Pl

How much is 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA is $405,229 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $332,642 to $477,816. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Nov 15, 2002 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA?

5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,744 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA built?

5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA?

5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Cook-Wissahickon Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Roxborough 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 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19128?

Among the 13,017 homes in Philadelphia 19128, it is worth more than 59% of them ($405,229 against a typical $370,912), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($232 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,744 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (2,660 ft² against a typical 2,701 ft²) and it is newer than 50% of them (1950 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 83% 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 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5437 Houghton Pl, Philadelphia, PA was $5,855. The county assessed it at $401,500.

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