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Two-Unit Duplex Investment Property
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$590,000

2942 W MASTER STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19121

2019-built duplex with separate residences and one unit occupied by a long-term tenant.

Property Size1,952 SF
Days on Market105

Property Features for 2942 W MASTER STREET

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,952 SF
Property subtype Duplex

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Public Transit Yes

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 2

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $1,496

Building Details

Building Size 1,952 SF
Year Built 2019
Listing Agency: Prestige Group Inc
Listed By: Arun Philip · License #RS357925
Source: Patmckennarealtors
Added: May 23 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Sep 2 at 1:10AM

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 Prestige Group Inc

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 2019, this duplex contains two distinct residential units with spacious layouts and functional floor plans. One residence is occupied by a long-term tenant, while the separate-unit configuration provides flexibility for an owner-occupant or rental investor. A remaining tax abatement is also associated with the property.

The property is located in Philadelphia’s Brewerytown section near public transportation, Fairmount Park, Temple University, major highways, and neighborhood restaurants, cafés, and retail destinations. Its location provides access to established institutions, recreation, transportation, and everyday amenities.

Key Highlights

  • Two separate residential units with spacious layouts
  • Built in 2019
  • One unit occupied by a long‑term tenant

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$33,311
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
5.65%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$666,220 $666.2K
Cap Rate 7%
$475,871 $475.9K
Cap Rate 9%
$370,122 $370.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,952 SF 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.
Gross rent
$50.4K $25.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.8K −$1.42/SF
EGI
$47.6K $24.38/SF
− OpEx
−$14.3K −$7.31/SF
NOI
$33.3K $17.06/SF
Area
Philadelphia, PA
Vacancy
5.51%
Lease Rate
$25.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$666,220
Cap Rate 7%
$475,871
Cap Rate 9%
$370,122

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$475.9K
$416.4K – $555.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,311 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.65%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$438.6K
$383.8K – $511.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $30,704 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.20%
Theoretical Best
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 Dental Office Kitchen & Bath Showroom Building Supply Skin Care Clinic Accounting Firm

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

2
Residential units
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,123
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 - 2019-built duplex with separate residences and one unit occupied by a long-term tenant.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 2942 W MASTER STREET Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $590,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two separate residential units with spacious layouts; Built in 2019; One unit occupied by a long‑term tenant
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