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Five-Unit Masonry Apartment Building

330 S 42ND ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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RM-1-zoned property near the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Medicine.

Property Size3,780 SF
Price / SF$330.69
Days on Market101

Property Features for 330 S 42ND ST

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,780 SF
Class B
Property subtype Multifamily
Zoning RM-1
Investment Type Value Add

Site & Location

Neighborhood West Powelton
Public Transit Yes

Units

Unit Mix 2 x 2BR/1BA, 1 x studio, 2 x 1BR/1BA
Multifamily Units 5

Building Details

Year Built 1920
Buildings 1
Stories 3
Units 5
Tenancy Multi
Construction masonry
Listing Agency: SDG Real Estate
Listed By: Stephen Stafford · License PA RM424801
Source: Crexi
Added: Aug 4 Changed: Nov 12 Last Checked: Nov 12 at 7:24AM

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This 3,780-square-foot masonry apartment building was constructed in 1920 and contains five legal residential units. The documented configuration includes one two-bedroom, one-bath unit, one studio, two one-bedroom, one-bath units, and another two-bedroom, one-bath unit. Tenant-paid utilities are part of the existing setup.

The property is located in Philadelphia’s University City and Spruce Hill area near the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine, CHOP, and Drexel. SEPTA trolley service and the Market-Frankford Line are within blocks, while the surrounding area has a Walk Score of 93+. The building is within the Southeast Spruce Hill Historic District, and exterior changes require approval from the Historical Commission.

Key Highlights

  • Legal 5‑unit apartment building with a 3,780‑square‑foot footprint
  • Built in 1920 with masonry construction
  • Unit mix includes a studio, two 1BR/1BA units, and two 2BR/1BA units

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$59,458
Cap Rate
4.76%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,189,160 $1.2M
Cap Rate 7%
$849,400 $849.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$660,644 $660.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,780 SF
Gross rent
$114.8K $30.36/SF
− Vacancy
−$6.7K −$1.76/SF
EGI
$108.1K $28.60/SF
− OpEx
−$48.6K −$12.87/SF
NOI
$59.5K $15.73/SF
Area
Philadelphia, PA
Vacancy
5.80%
Lease Rate
$30.36 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,189,160
Cap Rate 7%
$849,400
Cap Rate 9%
$660,644

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$849.4K
$743.2K – $991.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $59,458 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.76%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$921.5K
$806.3K – $1.08M (±1% cap)
NOI $64,505 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.16%
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Lease Details

5
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,616
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19104, PA

56,839
Population
23,888
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
26
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
3.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
18,335
Density / Sq Mi
$39,526
Median Household Income
$18,420
Median Earnings
$1,329
Median Rent
$268,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Apartment buildings in Philadelphia, PA

$301 Jul
$255 Aug
$255 Sep
$251 Oct

Properties on Market for Apartment buildings in Philadelphia

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - RM-1-zoned property near the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Medicine.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 330 S 42ND ST Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal 5‑unit apartment building with a 3,780‑square‑foot footprint; Built in 1920 with masonry construction; Unit mix includes a studio, two 1BR/1BA units, and two 2BR/1BA units
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