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1212 N 42ND Street

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
  • $80,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 70 Days
  • ID#: PAPH2556138
UPDATED: 55 min ago
$80,000
  • 0
    BEDS
  • 0.03
    ACRES
  • 0
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,800
    SQFT
  • $44
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Multi-Family
Built:
1915
County:

School Ratings & Info

Description

Full Rehab Opportunity in Mantua | RM-1 Zoning, Cash OnlyUniversity 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 opportunityBuilt 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 - $2270.81L&I Violations CF_2020-002920 $2408.00Water Lien $3705.10Property Taxes $7695.25Current Known Total - $16,071.16 (Please note that these amounts might be subject to change)ALL OFFERS ARE TO BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 21, 2025 AT 8PM. PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING.

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1212 N 42ND Street PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

  • Price: $80,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 70 Days
  • Updated: 55 min ago
  • ID#: PAPH2556138
0
Beds
0
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.03
Acres
1,800
SQFT
$44
$/SQFT
1915
Built
Neighborhood:
Mantua
County:
Philadelphia
Area:
19104 (19104)
School District:
The School District Of Philadelphia
Property Description
Full Rehab Opportunity in Mantua | RM-1 Zoning, Cash OnlyUniversity 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 opportunityBuilt 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 - $2270.81L&I Violations CF_2020-002920 $2408.00Water Lien $3705.10Property Taxes $7695.25Current Known Total - $16,071.16 (Please note that these amounts might be subject to change)ALL OFFERS ARE TO BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 21, 2025 AT 8PM. PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style AirLite Construction Materials Masonry Garage YN No Parking Types On Street Pool No Pool Property Condition Major Rehab Needed Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 1800 Basement Dirt FloorOther Basement YN Yes Cooling None Fireplace YN No Heating None Single Room Units 1 Three Bedroom Units 0 Two Bedroom Units 2 Units Furnished All

Property Features

Acceptable Financing Cash Accessibility Features None Central Air YN No Cooling Fuel None Existing Lease Type None Foundation Details Stone Heating Fuel None Hot Water None Lease Considered YN No Municipality PHILADELPHIA Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Number Of Units Leased 0 Number Of Units Total 3 Number Of Units Vacant 3 Original MLSNumber 804293539902 Owner Pays Heater Maintenance ContractInsuranceLawn/Shrub CareManagementPest ControlRepairsReserves for ReplacementSewerSewer MaintenanceSnow RemovalTaxes - Real EstateTrash CollectionWaterOther Ownership Interest Fee Simple Property Sub Type Triplex Rent Control YN No Sale Type Standard Sewer Public Sewer Structure Design Type End of Row/Townhouse Tax Annual Amount 1332.00 Tax Lot 53 Transportation Bus Stop less than 1 mileMetro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles Utilities None Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Public Zoning RM1 Zoning Description Residential Multifamily

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©2026 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or The Schiff Home Team | eXp Realty LLC. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2026-01-16T08:52:57.247.
 
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