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1956 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122
Legal Duplex with Private Yard

1956 North 8th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122

For Sale
$599,900

Two-leasing duplex features in-unit washers and dryers, with Unit 1 offering a private rear-yard access.

Property Size2,415 SF
Price / SF$248.41
Days on Market79

Property Features for 1956 North 8th Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
2,415 SF
Property subtype
Multi-Family / Fee Simple

Building Details

Year Built
2019
Listing Agency: EXP Realty, LLC
Listed By: Lay Gauv · License #RS340985
Source: Compass
Added: May 7 Changed: Jul 22 Last Checked: Jul 23 at 11:17AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of EXP Realty, LLC


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This legal duplex contains two residential units, each equipped with an in-unit washer and dryer. Unit 1 is configured across the first-floor and basement levels, offering four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, with access to a private rear yard. Unit 2 spans the second and third floors and includes four to five bedrooms with two full bathrooms, providing a flexible room layout.

The property is located in close proximity to Temple University and the regional rail line, with convenience to public transportation, shopping, and dining.

Both units are currently leased and lease terms expire 7/31/2026. The property also notes a tax abatement is in place.

Key Highlights

  • Legal duplex built in 2019 with two residential units.
  • Both units are currently leased at $2,300/month each; leases expire 7/31/2026.
  • Each unit includes in‑unit washer and dryer.

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 $62.3k $25.80
− Vacancy −$3.4k −$1.42
EGI $58.9k $24.38
− OpEx −$17.7k −$7.31
NOI $41.2k $17.06
2,415 SF · lease $25.80/SF/yr · vacancy 5.51% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$588.7K
$515.2K – $686.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $41,212 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.87%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$542.7K
$474.8K – $633.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $37,987 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.33%
Theoretical Best
—
—
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Dental Office HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Accounting Firm Travel Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Electrical Service Carpet & Flooring Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-leasing duplex features in-unit washers and dryers, with Unit 1 offering a private rear-yard access.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1956 North 8th Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $599,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal duplex built in 2019 with two residential units.; Both units are currently leased at $2,300/month each; leases expire 7/31/2026.; Each unit includes in‑unit washer and dryer.
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