- CENTURY 21 Real Estate
- Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia
- 517 S 42nd St
517 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Dale Realty Co.
517 S 42nd St,Philadelphia, PA 19104
$1,495,000
- 12 Beds
- - Baths
- 4,625 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by: steven onesti
Office: kw empower
MLS#:PAPH2582910
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,495,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$323.24
About this home
517 S 42nd Street presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully renovated six-unit multifamily property in the heart of University City. Each spacious unit offers 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms—an ideal layout for students, medical and young professionals seeking modern living near Philadelphia’s premier institutions. The property underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2020, including a newly constructed rear expansion, contemporary finishes, efficient floor plans, and strong rental appeal throughout. Ideally located just steps from University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University City Campus, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and University of the Sciences, the location provides consistent tenant demand and long-term appreciation potential. Additional highlights include rare on-site parking, a tax abatement in place, and an attractive cap rate exceeding 7%, making this a stabilized, turnkey investment opportunity in one of Philadelphia’s strongest and most desirable rental submarkets.
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Home facts
- Year built:1870
- Listing ID #:PAPH2582910
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:February 11, 2026 at 06:41 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:12
- Living area:4,625 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1870
- Building area:4,625 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.09 Acres
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,495,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$323.24
- Tax amount:$10,156 (2025)
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