1831 S 5TH Street Philadelphia, PA 19148
- Added:
- Jan 12, 2025
- Days on Market:
- 447
- Last Refresh:
- Apr 4 at 11:06 am
Property Features for 1831 S 5TH Street
General Information
- Property type
- Residential Multi Family
- Property subtype
- Other
- Standard status
- Active
- Size
- 2,475 SF
- Lot size
- 0.02 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
- Tax Annual Amount
- 5233
Utilities
- Heating system
- Forced Air
- Cooling system
- Window Unit(s)
Building Details
- Year built
- 1915
- Number of units
- 3
- Building materials
- Masonry
- Architectural style
- Other
Listing agent Ben Finelli License #RS334157 (267) 853-8823
Listing office RE/MAX Ready 527 Fayette Street, Conshohocken, PA (610) 828-6300
Listing date Jan 12, 2025
MLS# PAPH2434530
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Overview
Philadelphia Triplex in Dickinson Narrows
Located in Dickinson Narrows, South Philadelphia, this legally zoned three-unit building features active rental licenses. The property is situated near East Passyunk, Moyamensing, and Pennsport, adjacent to a transformative intersection anchored by commercial mixed-use corridors. It is surrounded by residential and multi-unit development, as well as major infrastructure projects. The triplex consists of three large two-bedroom, one-bathroom units throughout the three-story structure, with a backyard and common easement. The first-floor unit has access to the backyard. The second-floor unit is not self-contained, presenting an opportunity to convert it into two studios, potentially increasing the total unit count to four or more. The property includes four gas meters, new 240 electrical service and heads, three water heaters, and one heating furnace. Common heat is currently configured for the building, but switching to in-unit baseboard electric is recommended. Cosmetic upgrades are present throughout the building, with an in-unit washer/dryer on the third-floor unit. All units are currently occupied below market rates. East Passyunk Avenue, with over 160 independent businesses and retail locations, is within short distance. Dickinson Narrows is also adjacent to the Riverwards along the Delaware River.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Triplexes
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Philadelphia
- County
- Delaware
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Longitude
- -75.1542664
- Latitude
- 39.9250908
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Triplex - Three-unit building near East Passyunk with value-add potential.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 1831 S 5TH Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $425,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legally zoned three‑unit building with active rental licenses in desirable South Philadelphia location, close to East Passyunk.; Value‑add opportunity to convert the second‑floor unit into two studios, increasing the total unit count to four or more.; Strong rental income potential with current rents significantly below market rates.
