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5-Unit Apartment Building
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$475,000

1729 W ERIE AVENUE, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Well-located 5-unit multifamily with four 1-bed/1-bath units plus one studio and a 1930 build date.

Days on Market3

Property Features for 1729 W ERIE AVENUE

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Five Or More Units

Units

Unit Mix 4 x 1BR/1BA, 1 x studio
Multifamily Units 5

Additional Details

Public Transit Yes

Building Details

Building Size 2,456 SF
Year Built 1930
Listing Agency: OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia
Listed By: Kevin M McGettigan · License #RS326539
Source: Patmckennarealtors
Added: Jul 29 Changed: Jul 30 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 5:33PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 5-unit multifamily property offers practical unit layouts, including four 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartments and one studio unit. The building is positioned for long-term ownership, with straightforward systems intended to support stable, day-to-day operations.

The property is located in North Philadelphia’s West Allegheny neighborhood, near Broad Street transit and close to Temple University/Health System. It also benefits from access to neighborhood retail and major bus routes, which can support consistent demand.

Financials and a rent roll are available upon request. The property is also available as part of a three-property, 14-unit package that includes 3521 N 21st St and 2122 W Estaugh St, or it can be purchased individually.

Key Highlights

  • Five units total: four 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath apartments and one studio
  • Year built: 1930
  • Near Broad Street transit

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 $74.6k $30.36
− Vacancy −$4.3k −$1.76
EGI $70.2k $28.60
− OpEx −$31.6k −$12.87
NOI $38.6k $15.73
2,456 SF · lease $30.36/SF/yr · vacancy 5.80% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$551.9K
$482.9K – $643.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,632 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.13%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$598.7K
$523.9K – $698.5K (±1% cap)
NOI $41,911 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.82%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

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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

5
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,093
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19140, PA

52,124
Population
23,104
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
9%
College-Educated
73%
High-School Grad
3.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
16,289
Density / Sq Mi
$33,149
Median Household Income
$31,508
Median Earnings
$1,085
Median Rent
$101,100
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?
Apartment building - Well-located 5-unit multifamily with four 1-bed/1-bath units plus one studio and a 1930 build date.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1729 W ERIE AVENUE Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $475,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Five units total: four 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath apartments and one studio; Year built: 1930; Near Broad Street transit
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