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New Construction Student Duplex
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Under Contract
$725,000

1542 FONTAIN Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property Size4,011 SF
Lot Size0.02 Acres
Price / SF$180.75
Days on Market54

Property Features for 1542 FONTAIN Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Property condition Under Construction
Rooms Basement
Parking features On Street
Interior features Wood Floors
Appliances Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Electric
Subdivision PHILADELPHIA (NORTH)
Elementary school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
High school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Standard status Active Under Contract
Size 4,011 SF
Lot size 0.02 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 2185

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 2023
Number of units 2
Building materials Masonry
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Keller Williams Realty Devon-Wayne
Listed By: Michael Coleman
Added: Jun 8 Changed: Jul 23 Last Checked: Jul 31 at 9:06PM
MLS# PAPH2631578

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 2024, 1542 Fontain Street is a luxury duplex configured with two separate units: one 3-bedroom/3-bath unit and one 5-bedroom/5-bath unit, for a total of 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. The property totals 4,011 square feet and is described as fully stabilized with modern construction. Each unit includes central HVAC and in-unit laundry, along with oversized common areas and private outdoor space. The lower unit offers a private rear patio, while the upper unit features an exclusive roof deck.

The duplex is located in Philadelphia and is within the Temple University Patrol Zone, described as approximately two blocks from the main campus. The property is fully occupied and is leased through July 2027. Per the listing, showings require 24-hour notice. The owner also indicates the property is being marketed individually and as part of a package that includes additional properties identified by MLS numbers PAPH2632718, PAPH2632744, PAPH2635058, and PAPH2635078.

For investors seeking a turn-key, income-producing student housing asset, the duplex presents an in-place occupancy position through mid-2027 and an indicated $75,600 in annual gross rental income. The listing also notes a tax abatement through 2035, including an estimated remaining tax savings of approximately $80,000. With its dedicated bedroom-to-bathroom layouts and privacy-focused outdoor features, the property is positioned specifically for the student rental market.

Key Highlights

  • New construction duplex (under construction) with 2 units totaling 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms.
  • More than 4,000 sq ft with a 3‑bed/3‑bath unit and a 5‑bed/5‑bath unit layout.
  • 100% occupied and leased through July 2027, generating $75,600 in annual gross rental income.

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 $121.8k $30.36
− Vacancy −$7.1k −$1.76
EGI $114.7k $28.60
− OpEx −$51.6k −$12.87
NOI $63.1k $15.73
4,011 SF · lease $30.36/SF/yr · vacancy 5.80% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$977.8K
$855.6K – $1.14M (±1% cap)
NOI $68,447 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.44%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$901.3K
$788.6K – $1.05M (±1% cap)
NOI $63,091 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.70%
Theoretical Best
—
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same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Dental Office Accounting Firm Kitchen & Bath Showroom Building Supply

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

8
Residential units
100%
Occupancy
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,067
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19121, PA

41,799
Population
19,673
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
2.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
17,416
Density / Sq Mi
$36,208
Median Household Income
$29,915
Median Earnings
$1,082
Median Rent
$250,100
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 - Built in 2024 and fully occupied, this student duplex features 8 beds, 8 baths, and in-unit laundry with central HVAC.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1542 FONTAIN Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $725,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: New construction duplex (under construction) with 2 units totaling 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms.; More than 4,000 sq ft with a 3‑bed/3‑bath unit and a 5‑bed/5‑bath unit layout.; 100% occupied and leased through July 2027, generating $75,600 in annual gross rental income.
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