Prime cash-flowing duplex investment opportunity near Temple University in rapidly developing Philadelphia. Located at 1716 W Norris St, this newer-construction duplex (built in 2009) features two spacious bi-level apartments with a highly desirable student rental layout. One unit offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and features a spacious open-concept first floor living and dining area ideal for shared living. The second unit includes 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, providing flexible rental appeal for both student groups and young professionals. Each unit offers hardwood floors, central air and heat, in-unit washer and dryer, and excellent natural sunlight throughout. The apartments are in very good condition and designed for comfortable shared living, with large bedrooms and open common areas that appeal strongly to student tenants. Separate utilities for each unit help keep operating costs efficient for ownership. The property is fully leased with long-term tenants, generating strong annual income and providing immediate cash flow from day one. With continued growth in the Temple rental market, investors have clear upside potential to increase rents over time as leases renew and adjust to market levels, creating a compelling value-add opportunity alongside stable existing income. The location is ideal for tenants, just minutes from the main campus of Temple University and surrounded by popular campus nightlife, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities including Maxi's Pizza Subs & Bar, The Draught Horse, and Pub Webb. Tenants also enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, and everyday essentials nearby. Transportation throughout the city is simple with close proximity to the SEPTA Broad Street Line along with multiple bus routes connecting to Center City and surrounding neighborhoods. The property is being offered individually or as part of a portfolio package with nearby properties at 1826 W Norris St and 1921 N Gratz St, providing investors the rare opportunity to acquire multiple income-producing properties within approximately two blocks of one another in the Temple University rental market. Strong student rental demand, large bedroom count, modern construction, and immediate income make this a standout Temple-area investment opportunity.
For sale
$395,000
1716 W Norris St, Philadelphia, PA 19121
7beds
4baths
2,353sqft
Townhouse
Built in 2009
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two spacious bi-level apartmentsIn-unit washer and dryerExcellent natural sunlight throughoutHardwood floorsCentral air and heat
- 160 days
- 85
- 4
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Thaddeus Dynakowski III 215-995-3199,
OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia (215) 735-7368
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2599488
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High Ceilings
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,353
- Total interior livable area: 2,353 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,095 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 73.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 321148200
- Zoning: RM1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good,Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Temple University
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $168/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $535,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,498
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable,PHFA,VA Loan,Other
- Inclusions: All Appliances "as-is" With No Monetary Value
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 33000
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $395,000$168/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Listing removed | $395,000$168/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $395,000-7.1%$168/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000-12.8%$181/sqft |
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| 12/25/2018 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 11/28/2018 | Price change | $2,400+33.3%$1/sqft |
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| 9/24/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 2/28/2018 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 11/14/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 9/18/2017 | Sold | $487,500-2.5%$207/sqft |
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| 7/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $499,900+17.6%$212/sqft |
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| 12/18/2014 | Sold | $425,000-8.2%$181/sqft |
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| 9/16/2014 | Price change | $463,000-0.2%$197/sqft |
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| 8/1/2014 | Price change | $464,000-0.2%$197/sqft |
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| 4/8/2014 | Listed for sale | $465,000+830%$198/sqft |
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| 3/31/2009 | Sold | $50,000-16.5%$21/sqft |
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| 12/26/2008 | Price change | $59,900+13%$25/sqft |
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| 11/22/2008 | Listed for sale | $53,000$23/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,499 | $535,700 |
| 2024 | $7,499 | $535,700 |
| 2023 | $7,499 | $535,700 |
| 2022 | $7,499 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,499 +3.5% | -- |
| 2018 | $7,248 +601.8% | -- |
| 2017 | $1,033 +26.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $818 | -- |
| 2015 | $818 | -- |
| 2014 | $818 +776% | $367,900 +745.4% |
| 2012 | $93 | $43,520 |
| 2011 | -- | $43,520 +27100% |
| 2010 | -- | $160 |
| 2009 | -- | $160 |
| 2008 | -- | $160 |
| 2007 | -- | $160 |
| 2006 | -- | $160 |
| 2005 | -- | $160 |
| 2004 | -- | $160 -68.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $512 |
| 2002 | -- | $512 |
| 2000 | -- | $512 +128.6% |
| 1999 | -- | $224 |
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Neighborhood: North Central
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







