Twin Duplex with Unfinished Basement

208 South 53rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139

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For Sale

$159,900

Well-maintained twin duplex offers separate utilities and large units, plus an unfinished basement accessed from the rear.

Type:Multi-Family / Fee Simple

Property size:

1,536 SF

Price / SF:

$104/SF

HighLights

Twin duplex built in 1925 with large unit layouts and generous room sizes
Separate utilities for the two units
Full unfinished basement with rear entrance, offering potential for additional living space or conversion to a 3rd unit (buyer to verify zoning and approvals)
Property to be sold in as‑is condition and will be vacant at time of closing
Located just minutes from University City, near universities, hospitals, transportation, shopping, and dining

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Marisa A Mango

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For Sale

$159,900

Well-maintained twin duplex offers separate utilities and large units, plus an unfinished basement accessed from the rear.

Type:Multi-Family / Fee Simple

Property size:

1,536 SF

Price / SF:

$104/SF

Added:: May 30, 2026
Days on Market:: 14
Last Refresh:: Jun 6 at 2:05 am

Property Features for 208 South 53rd Street

General Information

Standard status: Active
Size: 1,536 SF
Property subtype: Multi-Family / Fee Simple

Building Details

Year Built: 1925

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Listing Contact

Marisa A Mango

Listing agent Marisa A Mango License #AB066448

Listing office Mango & August Inc

Listing date May 30, 2026

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HighLights

Twin duplex built in 1925 with large unit layouts and generous room sizes
Separate utilities for the two units
Full unfinished basement with rear entrance, offering potential for additional living space or conversion to a 3rd unit (buyer to verify zoning and approvals)
Property to be sold in as‑is condition and will be vacant at time of closing
Located just minutes from University City, near universities, hospitals, transportation, shopping, and dining

Overview

This well-maintained twin duplex multi-family property features two spacious units with generous room sizes. Utilities are separate, supporting flexible living or leasing arrangements. The building includes a full unfinished basement, with access via an entrance located in the rear of the property. The home is being sold in as-is condition, and the building will be vacant at time of closing.

The property is located just minutes from University City, with convenient proximity to universities, hospitals, transportation, shopping, and dining. Prospective buyers should note that the basement entrance is in the rear, which may affect how the space is accessed and finished.

For owner-occupants, the separate utilities and large unit layouts can help accommodate day-to-day living while reducing shared operational complexity. For investors, the property’s duplex configuration and separate services are practical for unit-by-unit management. Any potential for additional living space or a possible third-unit conversion is subject to buyer verification of zoning and required approvals, since those determinations are the buyer’s responsibility. Please allow 24 hours’ notice for showings.

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City: Philadelphia
County: Delaware
State: Pennsylvania
Longitude: -75.2263755
Latitude: 39.9637033

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Duplexes
PA
Philadelphia
19139
208 South 53rd Street

What type of property is this?

Duplex - Well-maintained twin duplex offers separate utilities and large units, plus an unfinished basement accessed from the rear.

Where is this duplex located?

The property is located at 208 South 53rd Street Philadelphia, PA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $159,900.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Twin duplex built in 1925 with large unit layouts and generous room sizes; Separate utilities for the two units; Full unfinished basement with rear entrance, offering potential for additional living space or conversion to a 3rd unit (buyer to verify zoning and approvals)