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  • Price increase: $45K (5/7)
    $145,000

    1212 N 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

    5beds
    --baths
    1,800sqft
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1915
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $81/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Classic brick characterSolid airlite-style structure
    Full Rehab Opportunity in Mantua | RM-1 Zoning, Cash Only University City adjacency • RM-1 zoning • 3-story masonry end-of-row • Approx. 1,800 sq ft • Vacant 32 years • Cash only • Full rehab or redevelopment opportunity Built in 1915, this solid AirLite-style structure in the Mantua neighborhood offers classic brick character and exceptional potential for investors seeking a creative project near University City and Drexel University. The 3-story layout provides flexibility for multi-unit conversion, long-term rental income, or redevelopment under RM-1 zoning. The compact 0.03-acre parcel supports low-maintenance urban living while maintaining excellent proximity to city amenities—bus stop 0.5 mi, ALDI 1.2 mi, Saunders Park Green 1.0 mi, and Penn Presbyterian 1.2 mi. Sold strictly as-is: Buyer to pay all encumbrances and 100% transfer tax; bring vision and plans to unlock its next chapter. Current and Known liens... Clean Up and Seal Building - $2270.81 L&I Violations CF_2020-002920 $2408.00 Water Lien $3705.10 Property Taxes $7695.25 Current Known Total - $16,071.16 (Please note that these amounts might be subject to change) PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING.
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    Listed by:

    Stacey Duke-Middleton 484-393-5842,

    BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square (610) 353-6200

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2556138MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      Heating
      • None
      Cooling
      • None
      Features
      • Basement: Dirt Floor,Other
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,800
      • Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1,307 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade
      • Parcel number: 062293000
      • Zoning: RM1
      • Zoning description: Residential Multifamily
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: AirLite
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • Fixer
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1915

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: None

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Mantua
      Location
      • Region: Philadelphia
      • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $81/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $95,200
      • Annual tax amount: $1,332
      • Date on market: 11/6/2025
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
      • Listing terms: Cash
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $1,732/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/7/2026Price change$145,000+45%$81/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556138 Report a problem
        1/20/2026Price change$100,000+25%$56/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556138 Report a problem
        12/28/2025Listed for sale$80,000$44/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556138 Report a problem
        11/29/2025Contingent$80,000$44/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556138 Report a problem
        11/6/2025Listed for sale$80,000$44/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2556138 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: East Parkside

        Getting around

        76 / 100
        Very Walkable
        65 / 100
        Good Transit
        83 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: The School District Of Philadelphia

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