$5,284

closing credit¹

440 Poplar St Philadelphia, PA 19123

$445,000
4 beds
1 full
1,600 sqft
0.04 acres
$278 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 440 Poplar St

Prime Development Opportunity in the heart of Northern Liberties. Introducing 440-42 Poplar St, a rare investment and development opportunity in the heart of one of Philadelphia's most sought-after neighborhoods. This property includes a 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom townhome with strong structural integrity, featuring a traditional rowhome layout with a living room and kitchen on the first floor, a full basement with good ceiling height, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom on the second floor, and two additional spacious bedrooms on the third floor. What sets this property apart is the adjoining lot paved, gated currently used for parking, which offers exceptional redevelopment potential. Investors can choose to update the existing home and hold it as a rental property with on-site parking or leverage the combined lots for a larger-scale development project. The flexible lot size allows for various possibilities, from luxury single-family construction to a potential multi-unit residential development, catering to the growing demand for modern housing in this thriving area. Situated in Northern Liberties, a neighborhood known for its strong property appreciation, vibrant community, and thriving mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment, this property is just steps from popular destinations such as Liberty Lands Park, North Bowl, and The Piazza. Philadelphia’s real estate market continues to attract investors due to its steady growth, cultural appeal, and increasing demand for high-quality housing. Don’t miss this chance to capitalize on a high-growth market with endless potential.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
Size1,600 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingParking Lot
MLS #PAPH2432996

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2432996
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia
  • Office Phone: (215) 735-7368
  • Office Email: info@ocfrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Dava J Costello

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Nearby schools

6

John Moffet Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

127 W Oxford St

7

Horatio B. Hackett School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

2161 E York St

2

Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School

Public Charter KG-6

1.9 mi

2539 N 16th 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 $82,547. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

21%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

66%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
41%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • TennisTennis
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 440 Poplar St

This home is located at 440 Poplar St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19123 in the Northern Liberties neighborhood. This 1,600 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $445,000.

While more than 152 listings in Philadelphia, PA in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 186 listings sold at asking price, and more than 457 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between December and January 2025 increased by 3.5%. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $266,945, while the average time on the real estate market was 52 days.

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

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