#PAPH2471042, PHILLIP ZHAO, Listing office: Liberty Real Estate
2138 N 18th St Philadelphia, PA 19121
Property details
About 2138 N 18th St
Investor's Dream Duplex on Temple University Campus! This fully updated duplex, located in the heart of Temple University's campus, offers an exceptional investment opportunity with strong rental potential and versatile living spaces. The first unit spans the first floor and lower level (basement), featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a kitchen, laundry, and a private yard on the main level. The finished basement provides additional living space, including a common area and an additional room that can serve as a den, workspace, storage, study lounge, or a quiet retreat. With the addition of egress, the finished basement room could be converted into a 4th bedroom, offering even greater potential. This unit offers a projected monthly rent of $1,800. Unit 2 is a bi-level layout encompassing the second and third floors. The second floor includes 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and laundry facilities. The third floor features 3 additional bedrooms, another full bathroom, and a private roof deck off the back bedroom with breathtaking views. This spacious unit offers a projected monthly rent of $3,600 if you were to rent each room out for $600/room. Both units are currently in the process of being vacated and will be fixed up to be in rent ready condition for the new owner. With a total of 9 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this property is designed to cater to students and faculty alike, ensuring high demand and consistent cash flow. Additional highlights include a private yard for Unit 1 and a roof deck for Unit 2. With a combined projected monthly rent of $5,400, this turn-key property is the perfect addition to your rental portfolio in a prime location. This property qualifies for a 10K Grant offered by Prosperity Home Mortgage, which can be used for closing costs, rate buy-down, and more. It is fully forgivable to all buyers, not just first-time buyers. Reach out for more information. Additionally, the property qualifies for the CRA program, offering a conventional loan with no mortgage insurance, low down payment and lower interest rate. 13-month HWA home warranty will be included with acceptable offer. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
Highlights
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Parking: On Street
- Exterior: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $810,000
- Price/SqFt: $375
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,986
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Back Yard
- Directions: To reach 2138 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121, start from the main road, Broad St. Head West on Cecil B. Moore Ave. Then, turn right onto N 18th St. Continue straight, and you'll find the property on the left-hand side.
- Year Built: 1915
- Living Area: 2,160 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2474524
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: RE/MAX @ HOME
- Office Phone: (215) 607-3535
- Office Email: thelistingteam@liveloveathome.com
- Listing Agent: Maria Maria Quattrone Quattrone
- Agent Phone: (215) 607-3523
- Agent Email: thelistingteam@liveloveathome.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 08, 2018 | Home Sold | $125,000 |
Feb 07, 2017 | Home Sold | $87,500 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $427,700 | $5,986 |
2022 | $427,700 | $4,939 |
2021 | $- | $4,939 |
2020 | $352,900 | $4,939 |
2019 | $77,100 | $1,079 |
2018 | $69,300 | $970 |
2017 | $69,300 | $970 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
0.5 mi
•2539 N 16th St
1
Richard R. Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•2700 W Dauphin St
1
Thomas May Peirce Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.9 mi
•2300 W Cambria St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $11,250. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently asked questions
About 2138 N 18th St
The listing price of 2138 N 18th St property is $810,000.
The property 2138 N 18th St is a multi located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121.
Accepting Backup Offers: 2138 N 18th St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 2138 N 18th St are: Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Richard R. Wright Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Thomas May Peirce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Tanner G. Duckrey School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Young Scholars Charter School at Frederick Douglass (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kipp Philadelphia Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carver High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Tech Freire Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Philadelphia Military Academy at Elverson (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,986 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 8, 2018 for $125,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 2138 N 18th St is 2,160 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2138 N 18th St is 1915.
This home is located at 2138 N 18th St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19121 in the Lower North Philadelphia neighborhood. This 2,160 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $810,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between April and May 2025 increased by 40.9%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $298,569, while the average time on the real estate market was 89 days.