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  • $75,000

    869 E Russell St, Philadelphia, PA 19134

    3beds
    --baths
    1,260sqft
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1920
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $60/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Spacious layout
    Excellent investment opportunity awaits at 869 East Russell Street, a versatile multi-family duplex located in a highly accessible Philadelphia neighborhood. Perfect for an investor looking to add value or an owner-occupant wanting to live in one unit while collecting rent from the other, this property offers incredible potential. The spacious layout features a vacant downstairs unit with one bedroom, ready for immediate renovations and custom finishes. The upstairs unit is currently occupied on a month-to-month basis, featuring two bedrooms and generating steady income at $750 per month. While the property requires some sweat equity and updating throughout, its strong bones and strategic layout present an ideal canvas for maximizing rental yields. It is the prime location, situated just steps away from public transit options, including the train, making commuting into the heart of the city a breeze for tenants. Don't miss out on the chance to secure a high-potential asset in an area with a strong rental market—bring your vision and tools to unlock this property's full value!
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    1,229
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jaimee Smith 610-931-5027,

    Compass RE 6109470408

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2631364MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,260
      • Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 897 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.00 x 60.00
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 331180800
      • Zoning: RSA5
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Masonry
      • Foundation: Stone
      Condition
      • Below Average
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1920

      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: $60/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $133,900
      • Annual tax amount: $1,874
      • Date on market: 6/8/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Exclusions: Tenants Belongings
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $1,530/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/27/2026Pending sale$75,000$60/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2631364 Report a problem
        6/8/2026Listed for sale$75,000+127.3%$60/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2631364 Report a problem
        7/28/2004Sold$33,000$26/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,874 -14.7%$133,900 -14.7%
        2024$2,196 $156,900
        2023$2,196 +221.5%$156,900
        2022$683 --
        2021$683 +7.7%--
        2018$634 --
        2017$634 -26.1%--
        2016$858 --
        2015$858 --
        2014$858 +19.9%$53,400 +628.7%
        2012$716 $7,328
        2011-- $7,328
        2010-- $7,328
        2009-- $7,328
        2008-- $7,328
        2007-- $7,328 +7.5%
        2006-- $6,816
        2005-- $6,816
        2004-- $6,816
        2003-- $6,816 +9.2%
        2002-- $6,240
        2000-- $6,240 -3%
        1999-- $6,432

        Find assessor info on the county website

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Harrowgate

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Very Walkable
        66 / 100
        Good Transit
        59 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        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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