Triplex Investment
For Sale
$295,000
5228 VINE STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19139
Legally approved triplex with three residential units, including in-unit washer and dryer for Unit 1 and Unit 2.
Property Size1,710 SF
Days on Market102
Property Features for 5228 VINE STREET
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
1,710 SF
Property subtype
Triplex
Financials
Asking Price
$335,000
Gross Income
$39,000
Taxes and HOA fees
Annual Taxes
$2,512
Amenities
In-unit washer and dryer
Shared access to rear yard
Building Details
Building Size
1,710 SF
Year Built
1925
Buildings
1
Tenancy
Multi
Listing Agency:
Realty Mark Associates
Listed By:
Natasha Ocasio · License #RS340647
(215) 882-3144
Source:
Patmckennarealtors
Added: Jun 7
Changed: Sep 13
Last Checked: Sep 15 at 10:44AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This legally zoned and approved triplex provides three residential units for an investor looking for income-producing multifamily ownership. Built in 1925, the property includes Unit 1 with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, a spacious bedroom, a large storage closet, and an eat-in kitchen, along with in-unit washer and dryer. Unit 1 also has shared access to the rear yard. Unit 2 offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with in-unit washer and dryer and shared access to the rear yard.
Located at 5228 Vine Street in Philadelphia, the property is described as being in a desirable West Philadelphia area. It is positioned near public transportation and within reach of shopping, universities, parks, and major commuter routes.
Rents are currently described as below market, creating potential for increased cash flow for the next owner. The property is presented as a triplex suited for portfolio expansion or beginning a multifamily investment.
Located at 5228 Vine Street in Philadelphia, the property is described as being in a desirable West Philadelphia area. It is positioned near public transportation and within reach of shopping, universities, parks, and major commuter routes.
Rents are currently described as below market, creating potential for increased cash flow for the next owner. The property is presented as a triplex suited for portfolio expansion or beginning a multifamily investment.
Key Highlights
- Legally zoned and approved triplex with three residential units
- Unit 1: 1 bed, 1 bath, eat‑in kitchen, large storage closet, in‑unit washer and dryer
- Unit 1: shared access to rear yard
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
$26,897
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
9.12%
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%
$537,940
$537.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$384,243
$384.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$298,856
$298.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,710 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
$51.9K $30.36/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.0K −$1.76/SF
EGI
$48.9K $28.60/SF
− OpEx
−$22.0K −$12.87/SF
NOI
$26.9K $15.73/SF
Area
Philadelphia, PA
Vacancy
5.80%
Lease Rate
$30.36 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
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%
$537,940
Cap Rate 7%
$384,243
Cap Rate 9%
$298,856
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$416.9K
$364.8K – $486.4K
NOI $29,181 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.89%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$384.2K
$336.2K – $448.3K
NOI $26,897 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.12%
Theoretical Best
—
—
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Current Use
Lease Details
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
2,185
Businesses Nearby
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Business Placement
Demographics for 19139, PA
43,281
Population
23,896
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
1.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
24,045
Density / Sq Mi
$38,701
Median Household Income
$34,796
Median Earnings
$1,110
Median Rent
$118,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Triplex - Legally approved triplex with three residential units, including in-unit washer and dryer for Unit 1 and Unit 2.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 5228 VINE STREET Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $295,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legally zoned and approved triplex with three residential units; Unit 1: 1 bed, 1 bath, eat‑in kitchen, large storage closet, in‑unit washer and dryer; Unit 1: shared access to rear yard
