Germantown Duplex with Income
5542 MORRIS Street Philadelphia, PA 19144
For Sale
$215,000
MULTI_FAMILY - PHILADELPHIA, PA
Property Size1,248 SF
Lot Size0.03 Acres
Price / SF$172.28
Days on Market80
Property Features for 5542 MORRIS Street
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Rooms
Basement
Parking features
Off Street
Appliances
Oven/Range - Gas
Standard status
Active
Size
1,248 SF
Lot size
0.03 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
2812
Utilities
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1900
Number of units
2
Building materials
Stucco, Concrete
Listing Agency:
Houwzer, LLC
(267) 765-2080
Listed By:
Michael DeFiore · License #RS329854
(609) 790-4824
Added: May 12
Changed: Jul 13
Last Checked: Jul 30 at 8:06AM
MLS# PAPH2620650
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Located in Germantown, this 3-story duplex presents a turnkey opportunity for investors and owner-occupants. The property includes two separate units. One unit is a vacant 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit with a kitchen, ready for immediate rental or personal use. The other is a 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit currently owner-occupied, offering a comfortable living space with a kitchen and living area. The property also features an oversized backyard. The location is near the Weavers Way Co-op, Ultimo Coffee, cafes, restaurants, and local shops. A new roof with a 15-year warranty has been installed. The property is suitable for generating cash flow. The building size is 1248 square feet, and the lot size is 0.0344 acres.
Key Highlights
- Brand‑new roof with a 15‑year warranty.
- Duplex with one vacant unit ready for immediate rental income.
- Prime location: walkable to Weavers Way Co‑op, Ultimo Coffee, cafes, restaurants, and local shops.
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 | $37.9k | $30.36 |
| − Vacancy | −$2.2k | −$1.76 |
| EGI | $35.7k | $28.60 |
| − OpEx | −$16.1k | −$12.87 |
| NOI | $19.6k | $15.73 |
1,248 SF · lease $30.36/SF/yr · vacancy 5.80% · expense 45.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$304.2K
$266.2K – $355.0K
NOI $21,297 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.91%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$280.4K
$245.4K – $327.2K
NOI $19,630 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.13%
Theoretical Best
—
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same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Location Intelligence
Current Use
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Turnkey duplex in Germantown with immediate income potential.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 5542 MORRIS Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $215,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Brand‑new roof with a 15‑year warranty.; Duplex with one vacant unit ready for immediate rental income.; **Prime location: walkable to Weavers Way Co‑op, Ultimo Coffee, cafes, restaurants, and local shops.**
