$2,256

closing credit¹

556 E Penn St Philadelphia, PA 19144

$189,999
1,752 sqft
0.02 acres
$108 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 556 E Penn St

Investor's Special! Welcome to 556 E Penn St, an occupied duplex offering incredible potential just steps from LaSalle University. This property features two units: a 1-bed, 1-bath and a 3-bed, 1-bath, both with tenants on month-to-month leases. The location is unbeatable, with great parking and renovated in 2019.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
Size1,752 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingOn Street
MLS #PAPH2434830

Summary

  • MLS Number: PAPH2434830
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (215) 643-2500
  • Listing Agent: Alexandria Messinger

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556 E Penn St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 02, 2019
Home Sold
$65,000
Apr 02, 2018
Home Sold
$55,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2020$0$1,518
2019$107,100$1,499
2018$115,200$0
2017$115,200$1,612

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School

Public Charter KG-5

0.5 mi

67 E Bringhurst St

2

Joseph Pennell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

1800 Nedro Ave

3

James Logan Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

1700 Lindley Ave

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 $35,808. The majority of Philadelphia, PA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

48%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
40%
Single, with Kids
6%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

26%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 556 E Penn St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19144 in the Germantown / Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 1,752 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $189,999.

In December 2024 more than 218 listings in Philadelphia, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 229 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 580 were sold below. The number of listings in Philadelphia, PA decreased by 2.3% between November and December 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $267,873, while the average time on the real estate market was 49 days.

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

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