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Twin Duplex with Unfinished Basement
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$365,000

7208 CHESTNUT Avenue, Elkins Park, PA 19027

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - ELKINS PARK, PA

Property Size1,808 SF
Lot Size0.08 Acres
Price / SF$201.88
Days on Market92

Property Features for 7208 CHESTNUT Avenue

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Rooms Basement
Parking features On Street
Elementary school district CHELTENHAM
Middle school district CHELTENHAM
High school district CHELTENHAM
Special listing conditions In Foreclosure
Standard status Active
Size 1,808 SF
Lot size 0.08 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 7919

Utilities

Heating system Radiant

Building Details

Year built 1900
Number of units 2
Building materials Stone
Architectural style Other
Listing Agency: Elfant Wissahickon-Mt Airy
Listed By: Mary Jo Potts · License #RS178972L
Added: Apr 30 Changed: Jul 9 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 6:06PM
MLS# PAMC2177758

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This twin 2+2 duplex offers two separate residential units, each featuring a spacious living room, kitchen, full 3-piece bath, and two bedrooms. The property also includes a full unfinished basement, which can provide practical storage and may offer room for additional uses depending on how you plan to develop the space.

Located in the Elkins Park section of Montgomery County, the property is set up for convenient day-to-day living with on-street parking available. It is described as being close to local shopping, public transit, and major roadways, supporting easy commuting to surrounding areas.

The layout and configuration make this duplex well suited for investors seeking a straightforward rental setup, as well as owner-occupants looking to live in one unit while renting the other. With each unit already organized around common living areas and bedrooms, and with basement space available for storage or future improvements, the property offers a practical foundation for long-term occupancy or ownership.

Key Highlights

  • Twin Duplex in Desirable Elkins Park: Great for rental income or owner‑occupancy.
  • Two Separate Units: Each featuring 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and full bath.
  • Convenient Location: Close to shopping, public transit, and major roadways.

Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

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 $40.1k $22.20
− Vacancy −$2.6k −$1.44
EGI $37.5k $20.76
− OpEx −$11.3k −$6.23
NOI $26.3k $14.53
1,808 SF · lease $22.20/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$375.3K
$328.4K – $437.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $26,270 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.20%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$349.0K
$305.3K – $407.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,427 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.69%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$1.04M
$910.0K – $1.21M (±1% cap)
NOI $72,799 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 19.94%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Real Estate Agency Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

712
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19027, PA

19,170
Population
8,550
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
56%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
3.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,915
Density / Sq Mi
$105,190
Median Household Income
$52,970
Median Earnings
$1,439
Median Rent
$348,700
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 - Two 2-bedroom duplex units with full unfinished basements and on-street parking in Elkins Park.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 7208 CHESTNUT Avenue Elkins Park, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $365,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Twin Duplex in Desirable Elkins Park: Great for rental income or owner‑occupancy.; Two Separate Units: Each featuring 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and full bath.; Convenient Location: Close to shopping, public transit, and major roadways.
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