Two-Unit Corner
For Sale
$329,000
127 S 51ST Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
MULTI_FAMILY - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA
Property Size1,845 SF
Lot Size0.03 Acres
Price / SF$178.32
Days on Market111
Property Features for 127 S 51ST Street
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Rooms
Basement
Parking features
On Street
Interior features
Kitchen - Eat-In
Subdivision
UNIVERSITY CITY
Elementary school district
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Middle school district
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
High school district
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Standard status
Active
Size
1,845 SF
Lot size
0.03 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
143
Utilities
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1910
Number of units
2
Building materials
Brick
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Delaware Valley Realty · Keller Williams Realty
(888) 817-7383
Listed By:
Helen Dundas · License #RS325250
(609) 987-8889
Added: Apr 14
Changed: Jun 24
Last Checked: Aug 2 at 8:06AM
MLS# PAPH2607878
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This move-in-ready two-unit, end-of-row corner duplex features low-maintenance brick construction. The main unit offers three large bedrooms and two full baths, including one bath connected to the master bedroom. An open concept living room and kitchen layout is finished with hardwood floors and includes modern appliances. The second unit has two bedrooms and one bath, with refreshed finishes including new carpeting and an updated kitchen.
Located in the University City area at 127 S 51st Street in Philadelphia, the property is described as close to major public transportation. It is also positioned near the 52nd Street shopping corridor, with the West Philadelphia YMCA and Martin Luther King Park noted nearby.
The configuration supports owner-occupancy or rental use, with separate unit layouts and a full basement that includes laundry hook-up. With both units presented as ready to occupy, the property may appeal to buyers seeking a straightforward two-family setup where one unit can be lived in while the other is rented.
Located in the University City area at 127 S 51st Street in Philadelphia, the property is described as close to major public transportation. It is also positioned near the 52nd Street shopping corridor, with the West Philadelphia YMCA and Martin Luther King Park noted nearby.
The configuration supports owner-occupancy or rental use, with separate unit layouts and a full basement that includes laundry hook-up. With both units presented as ready to occupy, the property may appeal to buyers seeking a straightforward two-family setup where one unit can be lived in while the other is rented.
Key Highlights
- Two‑unit end‑of‑row corner brick property in the University City area with move‑in‑ready interior updates
- Main unit offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including 1 full bath in the primary (master) bedroom
- Second unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with new carpets and a refreshed kitchen
Financial Insights For Apartment 5plus
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
NOI Build-Up
- Vacancy
- income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
- EGI (Effective Gross Income)
- gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
- OpEx (Operating Expenses)
- recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
- NOI (Net Operating Income)
- income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
| Component | $ | $/SF |
|---|---|---|
| Gross rent | $56.0k | $30.36 |
| − Vacancy | −$3.2k | −$1.76 |
| EGI | $52.8k | $28.60 |
| − OpEx | −$23.7k | −$12.87 |
| NOI | $29.0k | $15.73 |
1,845 SF · lease $30.36/SF/yr · vacancy 5.80% · expense 45.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$449.8K
$393.6K – $524.8K
NOI $31,485 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.57%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$414.6K
$362.8K – $483.7K
NOI $29,021 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.82%
Theoretical Best
—
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same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
2,343
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 19139, PA
43,281
Population
23,896
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
1.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
24,045
Density / Sq Mi
$38,701
Median Household Income
$34,796
Median Earnings
$1,110
Median Rent
$118,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Move-in-ready brick duplex with two units, hardwood living space, and a full basement with laundry hookup.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 127 S 51ST Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $329,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit end‑of‑row corner brick property in the University City area with move‑in‑ready interior updates; Main unit offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including 1 full bath in the primary (master) bedroom; Second unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with new carpets and a refreshed kitchen
