503 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Local realty services provided by:ERA OakCrest Realty, Inc.
503 S 42nd St,Philadelphia, PA 19104
$750,000
- 1 Beds
- - Baths
- 1,500 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by:morgan bradshaw page
Office:skale real estate
MLS#:PAPH2547320
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$500
About this home
This large multi-family duplex presents an exceptional investment opportunity in the highly sought-after University City neighborhood, located within the prestigious Penn Alexander Catchment Area. Ideally suited for conversion into a four-to-six-unit investment property, rooming house, or multi-suite rental, this property offers the scale, configuration, and location that discerning investors seek.
The primary front unit features eight spacious bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and two full kitchens. A main-level bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom, while additional bedrooms and baths span the second and third floors, making it perfectly suited for multi-resident living. The secondary rear unit offers one bedroom and one bathroom, with a private entrance accessed via a side walkway for added privacy.
Additional highlights include a full basement with laundry facilities and substantial interior square footage that allows for flexible reconfiguration. The property is centrally located with convenient access to the University of Pennsylvania, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Center City, the VA Hospital, and Philadelphia International Airport.
Ripe for redevelopment, this property combines strong rental potential with long-term value appreciation in one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant and dynamic submarkets.
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Home facts
- Year built:1930
- Listing ID #:PAPH2547320
- Added:20 day(s) ago
- Updated:November 02, 2025 at 02:32 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:1
- Living area:1,500 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Hot Water, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1930
- Building area:1,500 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.06 Acres
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$750,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$500
- Tax amount:$10,350 (2025)
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