Excellent investment opportunity in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. This duplex features two residential units consisting of one 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment and one 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment. The property has recently been vacated, quick turn around is possible with only minor cosmetics needed. The building provides flexibility for both investors and owner-occupants seeking a value-add opportunity in a rapidly developing neighborhood. Separate living spaces, strong rental demand, and the ability to set new rental rates make this property an attractive addition to any portfolio. Conveniently located near public transportation, major roadways, shopping, dining, and employment centers, this property is well-positioned for continued appreciation and long-term cash flow. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or occupy one unit while renting the other, this Kensington duplex offers exceptional potential.
Under contract
Price cut: $7.3K (6/26)
$170,000
2945 Ella St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
3beds
--baths
1,120sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1983
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two residential unitsSeparate living spaces
- 81 days
- 44
- 0
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mel Clay 412-973-2496,
United Real Estate (484) 367-7727
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2631288
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,120
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 952 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 68
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 071380300
- Zoning: RSA5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
- Major remodel year: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kensington
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $152/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $73,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,031
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable
- Inclusions: All Appliances
- Exclusions: Tenants Property
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 21000
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,306/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2026 | Contingent | $170,000$152/sqft |
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| 6/26/2026 | Price change | $170,000-4.1%$152/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $177,250-1.5%$158/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $180,000+3500%$161/sqft |
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| 5/19/2011 | Sold | $5,000-28.6%$4/sqft |
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| 3/3/2011 | Price change | $7,000-11.4%$6/sqft |
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| 2/19/2011 | Price change | $7,900-20.2%$7/sqft |
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| 2/6/2011 | Price change | $9,900-23.3%$9/sqft |
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| 12/21/2010 | Listed for sale | $12,900+416%$12/sqft |
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| 10/25/1999 | Sold | $2,500-50%$2/sqft |
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| 1/31/1995 | Sold | $5,000$4/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,032 +16.8% | $73,700 +16.8% |
| 2024 | $883 | $63,100 |
| 2023 | $883 +196.2% | $63,100 |
| 2022 | $298 | -- |
| 2021 | $298 +100.9% | -- |
| 2018 | $148 | -- |
| 2017 | $148 +15.2% | -- |
| 2016 | $129 | -- |
| 2015 | $129 | -- |
| 2014 | $129 -68.8% | $30,800 +1531.4% |
| 2012 | $413 | $1,888 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,888 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,888 |
| 2009 | -- | $1,888 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,888 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,888 +7.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,760 |
| 2005 | -- | $1,760 |
| 2004 | -- | $1,760 |
| 2003 | -- | $1,760 |
| 2002 | -- | $1,760 |
| 2000 | -- | $1,760 |
| 1999 | -- | $1,760 |
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Neighborhood: Upper Kensington
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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