Philadelphia Duplex in Prime
For Sale
$845,000
1539 SOUTH Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146
MULTI_FAMILY - PHILADELPHIA, PA
Property Size2,084 SF
Lot Size0.02 Acres
Price / SF$405.47
Days on Market65
Property Features for 1539 SOUTH Street
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Parking features
On Street
Subdivision
GRADUATE HOSPITAL
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
2,084 SF
Lot size
0.02 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
7702
Utilities
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1915
Number of units
2
Building materials
Masonry
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Realty
(856) 321-1212
Listed By:
Andrew F Cheng · License #RS3263312
(267) 506-7100
Added: Jun 1
Changed: Jun 9
Last Checked: Aug 4 at 2:06PM
MLS# PAPH2625880
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Located in Philadelphia, this duplex at 1539 South Street offers an investment opportunity in a sought-after neighborhood. The property features a 1-bedroom unit and a 2-bedroom unit, each with modern, updated kitchens and bathrooms, high-end finishes, in-unit laundry, and central air/heat. Both units are separately metered. The first-floor unit spans two levels, with bedrooms on separate floors, a spiral staircase to the kitchen, an additional living room, and a finished lower level. The upper unit includes two bedrooms, two full baths, a split-level living room design with natural light, and a private deck with Philadelphia skyline views. The property is located steps from the restaurants, cafes, and green space of Graduate Hospital and a short walk to Rittenhouse Square, Penn, CHOP, and Jefferson. The location is suited for healthcare and university professionals and those wanting access to Center City. The property is delivered empty. The lot size is 0.02 acres, and the property size is 2084 square feet.
Key Highlights
- Duplex in coveted Graduate Hospital location: Live in one unit and rent the other.
- Two updated units: 1‑bedroom and 2‑bedroom, with modern kitchens and high‑end finishes.
- In‑unit laundry and separately metered utilities: Provides convenience for tenants.
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 | $53.8k | $25.80 |
| − Vacancy | −$3.0k | −$1.42 |
| EGI | $50.8k | $24.38 |
| − OpEx | −$15.2k | −$7.31 |
| NOI | $35.6k | $17.06 |
2,084 SF · lease $25.80/SF/yr · vacancy 5.51% · expense 30.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$508.0K
$444.5K – $592.7K
NOI $35,563 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.21%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$468.3K
$409.8K – $546.3K
NOI $32,780 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.88%
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
Lease Details
2
Residential units
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
13,820
Businesses Nearby
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Business Placement
Demographics for 19146, PA
41,920
Population
22,182
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
65%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
1.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
24,659
Density / Sq Mi
$99,702
Median Household Income
$68,849
Median Earnings
$1,708
Median Rent
$452,200
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 - Updated duplex in Graduate Hospital near Center City.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1539 SOUTH Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $845,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex in coveted Graduate Hospital location: Live in one unit and rent the other.; Two updated units: 1‑bedroom and 2‑bedroom, with modern kitchens and high‑end finishes.; In‑unit laundry and separately metered utilities: Provides convenience for tenants.
