1212 N 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Local realty services provided by:ERA Valley Realty
1212 N 42nd St,Philadelphia, PA 19104
$145,000
- 4 Beds
- - Baths
- 1,800 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by: stacey duke-middleton
Office: bhhs fox&roach-newtown square
MLS#:PAPH2556138
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$145,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$80.56
About this home
Full Rehab Opportunity in Mantua | RM-1 Zoning, Cash Only
University City adjacency • RM-1 zoning • 3-story masonry end-of-row • Approx. 1,800 sq ft • Vacant 32 years • Cash only • Full rehab or redevelopment opportunity
Built in 1915, this solid AirLite-style structure in the Mantua neighborhood offers classic brick character and exceptional potential for investors seeking a creative project near University City and Drexel University. The 3-story layout provides flexibility for multi-unit conversion, long-term rental income, or redevelopment under RM-1 zoning. The compact 0.03-acre parcel supports low-maintenance urban living while maintaining excellent proximity to city amenities—bus stop 0.5 mi, ALDI 1.2 mi, Saunders Park Green 1.0 mi, and Penn Presbyterian 1.2 mi. Sold strictly as-is: Buyer to pay all encumbrances and 100% transfer tax; bring vision and plans to unlock its next chapter.
Current and Known liens...
Clean Up and Seal Building - $2270.81
L&I Violations CF_2020-002920 $2408.00
Water Lien $3705.10
Property Taxes $7695.25
Current Known Total - $16,071.16 (Please note that these amounts might be subject to change)
PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING....
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Home facts
- Year built:1915
- Subdivision & Development:MANTUA
- Listing ID #:PAPH2556138
- Added:331 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 04, 2026 at 01:37 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Dirt Floor
- Living area:1,800 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1915
- Building area:1,800 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.03 Acres
- Architectural Style:AirLite
- Construction Materials:Masonry
- Foundation Description:Stone
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$145,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$80.56
- Tax amount:$1,332 (2025)
Parking
- Parking description:On Street
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