Why is Find My iPhone finding someone else's iPhone?

Hi all - I just purchased an iPhone 5s (my first iPhone!) and have been exploring my apps and trying to become familiar with the new device. I was looking on Find My iPhone and noticed another iPhone connected to my account at an address around 30 miles away. I don't know anyone who lives in this location and I am concerned that someone might have access to my Apple ID. Is this a valid assumption/does anyone know what could be happening?
I should mention that I had to return my original 5s to the Apple store last week and got it replaced with a new one due to some issues I was having. At that point I erased everything off the phone. I am wondering if maybe that phone is somehow still connected? I really have no idea.
I am considering going to the Apple store tomorrow to talk to someone, but I just wanted to check here first.
Thanks in advance for your help!

Sounds like it could be potentially a refurb...I dont think an Apple ID can be wiped from the device so this could be the case...
I would speak with Apple Support or someone in store to discuss your concern.
Also if in doubt change your password..

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