#PAPH2437276, Laurie M Murphy, Listing Office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
426 S 42nd St Philadelphia, PA 19104
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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.
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- 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
Year | Assessment | Property 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.
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.
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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.