Renovated Multi-Unit Property in
For Sale
$1,450,000
1831 SPRUCE Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
MULTI_FAMILY - PHILADELPHIA, PA
Property Size2,448 SF
Lot Size0.02 Acres
Price / SF$592.32
Days on Market416
Property Features for 1831 SPRUCE Street
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Duplex
Rooms
Basement
Parking features
On Street
Interior features
2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors
Fireplace
1
Elementary school district
PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle school district
PHILADELPHIA CITY
High school district
PHILADELPHIA CITY
Standard status
Active
Size
2,448 SF
Lot size
0.02 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
11581
Utilities
Heating system
Electric (Heating), Hot Water(Heating), Baseboard
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1912
Number of units
2
Building materials
Masonry
Listing Agency:
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
(215) 794-3227
Listed By:
Cary Simons · License #RS295353
(484) 431-9019
Added: Jun 13, 2025
Changed: Jul 28
Last Checked: Aug 2 at 5:06PM
MLS# PAPH2494546
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This renovated multi-unit property, originally built in 1912, is located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. The property offers approximately 3,000 square feet of flexible living space and has undergone over $900,000 in renovations and updates. Currently configured as a duplex, the building could be converted into a single-family residence. It features four floors of finished living space consisting of two bi-level units, each with outdoor space. Unit 1 includes one to two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level features living space with a tray ceiling, custom built-ins, plantation shutters, Brazilian hardwood floors, cherry cabinets, a gas fireplace with marble surround, a wet bar and kitchenette, a bedroom, a full bathroom, and a slate patio. There is also a dressing area with vanity, a spacious closet with custom closet built-ins, and a washer and dryer. The lower level has exposed brick, a living room area, a full bathroom, and a kitchen space. This level has a laundry hook-up, cedar closet, and additional storage, with a separate entrance leading to the patio. Unit 2 includes three to four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The main level offers bamboo floors, an exposed brick wall, surround sound, a custom kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite countertops, porcelain backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. A den or bonus room with sliding glass doors leads to a shared deck. The upper level is configured with three bedrooms, custom California closet systems, a full bathroom, and laundry. The property is suitable for investors or owner-occupiers seeking rental income, multi-generational living, or an au pair suite. It is located near Rittenhouse Square and a short walk to the University of Penn Shuttle stop. The lot size is approximately 0.0238 acres. The property size is 2,448 square feet.
Key Highlights
- Multi‑unit duplex configured as 2 bi‑level units across 4 floors of finished living space, each with outdoor space
- Approximately 3,000 SF flexible living space; currently duplex but could be converted into a single‑family residence
- Renovated with $900,000+ in renovations/updates, including work by Gardner Fox Architects and McCroubrey Overholser
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 | $63.2k | $25.80 |
| − Vacancy | −$3.5k | −$1.42 |
| EGI | $59.7k | $24.38 |
| − OpEx | −$17.9k | −$7.31 |
| NOI | $41.8k | $17.06 |
2,448 SF · lease $25.80/SF/yr · vacancy 5.51% · expense 30.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$596.8K
$522.2K – $696.3K
NOI $41,775 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.88%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$550.1K
$481.3K – $641.8K
NOI $38,506 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.66%
Theoretical Best
—
—
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
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
18,587
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 19103, PA
28,717
Population
20,064
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
81%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
0.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
47,862
Density / Sq Mi
$97,940
Median Household Income
$76,680
Median Earnings
$1,955
Median Rent
$551,700
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 - Masterfully renovated multi-unit property near Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1831 SPRUCE Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Multi‑unit duplex configured as 2 bi‑level units across 4 floors of finished living space, each with outdoor space; Approximately 3,000 SF flexible living space; currently duplex but could be converted into a single‑family residence; Renovated with $900,000+ in renovations/updates, including work by Gardner Fox Architects and McCroubrey Overholser