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851 E CHELTEN Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19138
Legal Duplex with Rental License

851 E CHELTEN Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19138

For Sale
$319,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property Size2,292 SF
Lot Size0.05 Acres
Price / SF$139.18
Days on Market53

Property Features for 851 E CHELTEN Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Rooms
Basement
Parking features
On Street
Standard status
Active
Size
2,292 SF
Lot size
0.05 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
2148

Utilities

Heating system
Hot Water(Heating)

Building Details

Year built
1960
Number of units
2
Building materials
Brick, Vinyl Siding
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency: REDBLOCK Realty Inc.
Listed By: Emanuel Kosacci · License #RS290429
Added: Jun 2 Changed: Jul 13 Last Checked: Jul 24 at 11:06AM
MLS# PAPH2628746

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This is a legal two-unit duplex with a rental license for both units. The property is currently fully rented, with tenants paying all utilities except for water. The first-floor unit is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath configuration renting for $1,374 per month. The second-floor unit is a 3-bedroom, 1-bath configuration renting for $1,500 per month. Total stated monthly income is $2,874 (about $34,488 per year).

Located at 851 E Chelten Avenue in Philadelphia, the duplex is being marketed as part of a larger portfolio consisting of 21 properties and 34 units. The owner is a Pennsylvania-licensed real estate agent and attorney.

According to the public remarks, the seller also points to additional income potential related to the second-floor unit’s Section 8 rent levels. Please contact the listing agent for more details about the portfolio and the property’s rental arrangements.

Key Highlights

  • Legal duplex with rental license for 2 units
  • Fully rented: 1st‑floor 1BR/1BA at $1,374/month and 2nd‑floor 3BR/1BA at $1,500/month
  • Total monthly income of $2,874 ($34,488/yr), mostly government‑paid

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Real Estate Agency Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage Kitchen & Bath Showroom Skin Care Clinic Electrical Service Bakery Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit legal duplex is fully rented, with tenants paying utilities except water, supported by a rental license.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 851 E CHELTEN Avenue Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $319,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal duplex with rental license for 2 units; Fully rented: 1st‑floor 1BR/1BA at $1,374/month and 2nd‑floor 3BR/1BA at $1,500/month; Total monthly income of $2,874 ($34,488/yr), mostly government‑paid
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