$750,000

426 S 42nd St Philadelphia, PA 19104

$8,906
Closing credit¹
3,150 sqft
0.07 acres
$238 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 426 S 42nd St

Two BRAND NEW kitchens, EIGHT bedrooms, SO MANY possibilities- have an extra floor for family and friends, create the group living you've always dreamed of, or live in one portion and rent the other. Investor? This fully ready to rent property has been successfully leased for 20 years, and that was *before* the new kitchens went in. This attractive Queen Anne twin on a tree-lined street in Spruce Hill has 8, count ‘em EIGHT bedrooms. Zoned as a multi-family (duplex), the property could be owner occupied and the other unit rented out for consistent income, or two families could share the space, OR have an amazing extra space for family or friends OR use a floor for your art studio OR… so many possibilities. The rooms are large, bright, and comfortable, with big windows and wood floors. The first floor unit starts in a huge living room with a massive front window and decorative fireplace, followed by a brand new eat-in kitchen, full bath, and 2 bedrooms. The second floor has 3 large rooms that could be living or bedrooms, and another full bath. The third floor is 2 bedrooms, another full bath, and the brand new kitchen for this unit. Then the finished attic provides yet another bedroom upstairs, for a total of 9 potential bedrooms or living spaces. There are lots of ways tenants or owners could utilize all of that space. The basement is unfinished, tall, and clean, with two water heaters, two HVAC systems (central air throughout), laundry for the building, and wired fire alarms/CO detectors. You could easily have a workshop or gym down there, with plenty of room for storage. The exterior of this property is gorgeous, with an inviting front porch, incredible brick detail, and a wide back patio for gatherings and enjoying the trees. The location is what really sets this opportunity apart, just a short distance from Penn, Drexel, Clark Park, and everything you want out of West Philly. And it’s not just in the coveted Penn Alexander catchment, the school is around the corner. If you’re looking for a home with options, this is the one. Check out the virtual tour to get a good sense for the layout.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,150 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.07 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2455360

Virtual tour

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2455360
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
  • Office Phone: (215) 893-9920
  • Listing Agent: Benjamin M Camp
  • Agent Phone: (610) 220-8550
  • Agent Email: ben@elfantwissahickon.com

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$394,000$5,515
2022$394,000$7,199
2021$-$7,199
2020$514,300$7,199
2019$495,000$6,929
2018$311,700$4,363
2017$311,700$4,363

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Samuel Powel Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.0 mi

301 N 36th St

3

Inquiry Charter School

Public Charter PK-5

1.7 mi

1301 Belmont Ave

5

Thomas G. Morton School

Public District KG-5

2.1 mi

2501 S 63rd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $31,985. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

53%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

84%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

5%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
77%
18-34 yrs old
14%
35-64 yrs old
3%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 426 S 42nd St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19104 in the Spruce Hill neighborhood. This 3,150 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $750,000.

While more than 154 listings in Philadelphia, PA in February 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 166 listings sold at asking price, and more than 396 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 10.7% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $268,469 and the average listing age was 59 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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