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$150,817$126 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $16,500 on Nov 15, 1983

5809 N AMERICAN ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19120
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,200 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.
1,239 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
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

$151K
$134K low$168K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$16,500 · Nov 15, 1983

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$798 (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.$153,900 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,780
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$123,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$157,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,900

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.Yes
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
James R. Lowell Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Grover Washington, Jr. Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Samuel Fels High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19120These 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.74
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 100.84

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.63,564
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18,754 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,228
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,671
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

5809 N American 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 70% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Olney
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Olney

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19120

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

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$84K$258K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Philadelphia 19120.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19120.

Estimated value$150,817
CheaperTypical $163,195Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$126
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size1,239 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 5809 N American St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOlneyPhiladelphia 19120Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,81740% of homes39% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12638% of homes39% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²52% of homes54% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,239 ft²34% of homes42% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than194783% of homes79% of homes65% of homes

About 5809 N American St

How much is 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA is $150,817 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $133,878 to $167,756. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Nov 15, 1983 for $16,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA?

5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA built?

5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA?

5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to James R. Lowell Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Grover Washington, Jr. Middle School (middle), rated F; Samuel Fels 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 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19120?

Among the 20,037 homes in Philadelphia 19120, it is worth more than 39% of them ($150,817 against a typical $163,195), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($126 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (1,239 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²) and it is newer than 79% of them (1947 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 30% 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 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5809 N American St, Philadelphia, PA was $798. The county assessed it at $153,900.

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