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5939 Drexel RoadPhiladelphia, PA 19131

For Sale

$698,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $6,980

Set on one of the greenest, most picturesque blocks in historic Overbrook Farms, 5939 Drexel Road offers the perfect blend of architectural pedigree and investment potential. Built around the turn of the century by University of Pennsylvania–trained architects, this brick and stucco beauty sits on over half an acre of level ground and is currently configured as a six-unit rental, including a fully finished carriage house apartment, a rare setup in this classic neighborhood.

Whether you’re an investor seeking a stable income property or someone envisioning the restoration of a grand Philly residence, this property delivers flexibility and history in equal measure.

Enjoy being steps from the Overbrook train station for a quick Center City commute and just minutes from City Avenue’s shops and restaurants. Think Honeygrow, Corner Bakery, and historic Bala Tavern, along with easy access to the Main Line and Saint Joseph’s University. Overbrook Farms’ lush, tree-lined streets and signature early 20th-century architecture make it one of Philly’s most cherished hidden gems.

Opportunities like this don’t come around often, a property with deep roots, timeless appeal, and endless potential, ready for its next chapter in one of Philadelphia’s most storied enclaves.

Listed by Marc A. Hammarberg

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License #AB067991

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BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square

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2157905501

Last updated November 17, 2025

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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2543896

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodOverbrook Farms Historic District
  • Bedrooms6
  • Bathrooms6
  • Days on Prevu16
  • Taxes$8,800/year
  • Size5,656 sqft
  • Price per sqft$123

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

11/03/2025
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square
$698,000

Property Details for 5939 Drexel Road

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction Materials: Masonry

Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch(es)
  • Waterfront: No

Measurements

  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.53
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 120
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 23,100
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,800.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Efficiency

Measurements

  • Living Area: 5,656
  • Living Area Source: Assessor

Rooms

  • Basement: Side Entrance, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Other

General

  • Senior Community: No

Location

  • Subdivision Name: OVERBROOK FARMS
  • Tax Lot: 1018

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No

Schools

High School

  • High School: OVERBROOK

Utilities

Equipment

  • Heating: Radiator
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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