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University City 3-Unit Apartment Building
For Sale
$675,000

4122 CHESTER Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property Size2,805 SF
Lot Size0.04 Acres
Price / SF$240.64
Days on Market116

Property Features for 4122 CHESTER Avenue

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Rooms Basement
Parking features On Street
Elementary school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
High school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Standard status Active
Size 2,805 SF
Lot size 0.04 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 10690

Utilities

Heating system Electric (Heating), Baseboard, Hot Water(Heating)

Building Details

Year built 1930
Number of units 3
Building materials Masonry
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Target Realty · Century 21 Real Estate
Listed By: Xiao hui Fu · License #RS350117
Added: Apr 7 Changed: Jul 11 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 8:06AM
MLS# PAPH2604994

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This legal 3-unit apartment building is well maintained and offered for sale in as-is condition. Unit 1 is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath layout on the first floor with access to the backyard and a full unfinished basement. Unit 2 offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on the second floor. Unit 3 is a 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath configuration on the third floor. All units are fully occupied, and each unit includes its own washer and dryer. Hardwood floors are described as throughout the building.

The property is located in University City near multiple university and medical campus locations, and is described as close to SEPTA service, including a Green Line hub one block away. Additional nearby references in the remarks include Clark Park and its Farmers’ Market area, and Fresh Grocer around 40th & Walnut.

The building’s existing income is supported by the current fully occupied status, with separate unit layouts across three floors and shared exterior access through the backyard noted for Unit 1.

Key Highlights

  • Legal 3‑unit apartment building in University City with all units fully occupied
  • Unit 1: 3 bed, 1 bath on the 1st floor plus full unfinished basement access to the backyard
  • Unit 2: 2 bed, 1 bath on the 2nd floor

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

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 $72.4k $25.80
− Vacancy −$4.0k −$1.42
EGI $68.4k $24.38
− OpEx −$20.5k −$7.31
NOI $47.9k $17.06
2,805 SF · lease $25.80/SF/yr · vacancy 5.51% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$683.8K
$598.3K – $797.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $47,867 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.09%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$630.3K
$551.5K – $735.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $44,121 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.54%
Theoretical Best
—
—
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Furniture & Home Goods Florist Pet Grooming Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

3
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,483
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19104, PA

56,839
Population
23,888
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
26
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
3.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
18,335
Density / Sq Mi
$39,526
Median Household Income
$18,420
Median Earnings
$1,329
Median Rent
$268,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Well-maintained legal three-unit building with all units fully occupied and in-unit washers and dryers.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 4122 CHESTER Avenue Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $675,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal 3‑unit apartment building in University City with all units fully occupied; Unit 1: 3 bed, 1 bath on the 1st floor plus full unfinished basement access to the backyard; Unit 2: 2 bed, 1 bath on the 2nd floor
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