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2+1 Duplex with Separate Utilities
For Sale
Under Contract
$199,000

5228 N 2ND Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property Size1,718 SF
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Price / SF$115.83
Days on Market234

Property Features for 5228 N 2ND Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Duplex
Parking features On Street
Subdivision OLNEY
Elementary school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
High school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Standard status Active Under Contract
Size 1,718 SF
Lot size 0.06 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 2982

Utilities

Heating system Hot Water(Heating)

Building Details

Year built 1945
Number of units 1
Building materials Masonry
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Joseph F X Fasy Realtors
Listed By: Joseph F.X. Fasy Jr · License #AB069053
Added: Dec 10, 2025 Changed: Jul 31 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 3:06AM
MLS# PAPH2566056

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 2+1 duplex offers two units with separate gas and electric. The property has been updated with renovated kitchens, floating floors, and fresh paint throughout, giving it a clean, modern interior suitable for an owner-occupant or a rental setup.

The building is masonry construction and was built in 1945. Hot water heating serves the property, and parking is available on-street. The home sits on a 0.0577-acre lot with a total property size of 1,718 SF, providing a compact, manageable footprint in Philadelphia.

With multiple core improvements already completed, the duplex is positioned for a streamlined move-in experience or for starting to generate rental income upon acquisition.

Key Highlights

  • 2+1 duplex with separate gas and electric for both units
  • Renovated kitchens with fresh paint throughout
  • Floating floors and updated interior finishes

Financial Insights For Apartment 5plus

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 $32.6k $18.96
− Vacancy −$2.5k −$1.44
EGI $30.1k $17.52
− OpEx −$13.5k −$7.88
NOI $16.6k $9.64
1,718 SF · lease $18.96/SF/yr · vacancy 7.60% · expense 45.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$265.9K
$232.6K – $310.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $18,611 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.35%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$236.5K
$206.9K – $275.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,554 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.32%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$410.4K
$359.1K – $478.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $28,727 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 14.44%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Gym & Fitness Center Skin Care Clinic Parking Lot & Garage Building Supply

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
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,843
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19120, PA

66,177
Population
25,730
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
13%
College-Educated
77%
High-School Grad
3.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
20,680
Density / Sq Mi
$51,993
Median Household Income
$32,980
Median Earnings
$1,186
Median Rent
$143,500
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 - 2+1 duplex with separate gas and electric services, renovated kitchens, new flooring, and fresh paint throughout.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 5228 N 2ND Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $199,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2+1 duplex with separate gas and electric for both units; Renovated kitchens with fresh paint throughout; Floating floors and updated interior finishes
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