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Corner Duplex with Updated Interiors
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$675,000

4631 LOCUST Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

MULTI_FAMILY - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property Size1,950 SF
Lot Size0.03 Acres
Price / SF$346.15
Days on Market139

Property Features for 4631 LOCUST Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Elementary school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
High school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Standard status Active
Size 1,950 SF
Lot size 0.03 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 8251

Utilities

Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1925
Number of units 2
Building materials Masonry
Listing Agency: Mallin Panchelli Nadel Realty Inc
Listed By: Nadia T Bilynsky · License #RS311101
Added: Apr 13 Changed: Aug 18 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 1:06PM
MLS# PAPH2607266

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This masonry duplex contains 1,950 square feet across two self-contained units: one with four bedrooms and two baths, and another with three bedrooms and one bath. Both residences have newer kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, and systems, along with in-unit washer and dryer service. Central air is provided throughout the property, which was built in 1925.

The corner property is located at 4631 Locust Street in Philadelphia’s University City area, on a tree-lined block. Its two-unit configuration offers separate residential spaces within a compact multifamily asset.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit duplex totaling 1,950 square feet
  • Unit mix includes 1 4‑bedroom/2‑bath unit and 1 3‑bedroom/1‑bath unit
  • Self‑contained units with in‑unit washer and dryer

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$33,277
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
4.93%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$665,540 $665.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$475,386 $475.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$369,744 $369.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,950 SF 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.
Gross rent
$50.3K $25.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.8K −$1.42/SF
EGI
$47.5K $24.38/SF
− OpEx
−$14.3K −$7.31/SF
NOI
$33.3K $17.06/SF
Area
Philadelphia, PA
Vacancy
5.51%
Lease Rate
$25.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$665,540
Cap Rate 7%
$475,386
Cap Rate 9%
$369,744

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$475.4K
$416.0K – $554.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,277 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.93%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$438.2K
$383.4K – $511.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $30,673 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.54%
Theoretical Best
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Phrathouse Gym & Fitness Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency HVAC Service Building Supply (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Carpet & Flooring Store

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

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,441
Businesses Nearby

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

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

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two self-contained residences include in-unit laundry, central air, and refreshed kitchens, baths, flooring, and systems.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 4631 LOCUST Street 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: Two‑unit duplex totaling 1,950 square feet; Unit mix includes 1 4‑bedroom/2‑bath unit and 1 3‑bedroom/1‑bath unit; Self‑contained units with in‑unit washer and dryer
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