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$247,221$155 / 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 $59,500 on Nov 22, 1999

5959 ALMA ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19149
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,600 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.
2,294 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$247K
$221K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$59,500 · Nov 22, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,719 (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.$229,900 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,900

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.9 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.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.0.05
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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
Laura H. Carnell SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Samuel Fels High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Warren G. Harding Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19149These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.59,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23,624 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,515
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,127
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

5959 Alma 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 79% of homes in Oxford Circle
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Philadelphia 19149
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Philadelphia 19149
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Philadelphia 19149
  • Older than 92% of homes in Philadelphia 19149

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19149

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

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$160K$301K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Philadelphia 19149.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19149

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19149.

Estimated value$247,221
CheaperTypical $226,690Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,196 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2,294 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 5959 Alma St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOxford CirclePhiladelphia 19149Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,22179% of homes71% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15513% of homes11% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,600 ft²91% of homes95% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,294 ft²71% of homes91% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than192510% of homes8% of homes51% of homes

About 5959 Alma St

How much is 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA is $247,221 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $221,237 to $273,205. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Nov 22, 1999 for $59,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA?

5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,600 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA built?

5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA?

5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Laura H. Carnell School (elementary), rated F; Samuel Fels High School (high), rated F; Warren G. Harding Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19149?

Among the 17,833 homes in Philadelphia 19149, it is worth more than 71% of them ($247,221 against a typical $226,690), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($155 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 95% of them (1,600 ft² against a typical 1,196 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (2,294 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²) and it is newer than 8% of them (1925 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 61% 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 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5959 Alma St, Philadelphia, PA was $1,719. The county assessed it at $229,900.

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