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Philadelphia,PA 19104
Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Listing Status Under Contract
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,150 sqft
Price per Sqft $234
Subdivision Spruce Hill
MLS Listing ID PAPH2455360
Style Straight Thru
Year Built 1930
Annual Tax Amount $11,715
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 2,880 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Property Description
Two BRAND NEW kitchens, EIGHT bedrooms, SO MANY possibilities- have an extra floor for family and friends, create the group living you've always dreamed of, or live in one portion and rent the other. Investor? This fully ready to rent property has been successfully leased for 20 years, and that was *before* the new kitchens went in. This attractive Queen Anne twin on a tree-lined street in Spruce Hill has 8, count ‘em EIGHT bedrooms. Zoned as a multi-family (duplex), the property could be owner occupied and the other unit rented out for consistent income, or two families could share the space, OR have an amazing extra space for family or friends OR use a floor for your art studio OR… so many possibilities. The rooms are large, bright, and comfortable, with big windows and wood floors. The first floor unit starts in a huge living room with a massive front window and decorative fireplace, followed by a brand new eat-in kitchen, full bath, and 2 bedrooms. The second floor has 3 large rooms that could be living or bedrooms, and another full bath. The third floor is 2 bedrooms, another full bath, and the brand new kitchen for this unit. Then the finished attic provides yet another bedroom upstairs, for a total of 9 potential bedrooms or living spaces. There are lots of ways tenants or owners could utilize all of that space. The basement is unfinished, tall, and clean, with two water heaters, two HVAC systems (central air throughout), laundry for the building, and wired fire alarms/CO detectors. You could easily have a workshop or gym down there, with plenty of room for storage. The exterior of this property is gorgeous, with an inviting front porch, incredible brick detail, and a wide back patio for gatherings and enjoying the trees. The location is what really sets this opportunity apart, just a short distance from Penn, Drexel, Clark Park, and everything you want out of West Philly. And it's not just in the coveted Penn Alexander catchment, the school is around the corner. If you're looking for a home with options, this is the one. Check out the virtual tour to get a good sense for the layout.
Location
Province PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19104 (19104)
Zoning RTA1
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Wood
Inclusions washer, dryer, refrigerators, appliances in as-is condition, extra kitchen cabinet on first floor
Equipment Dishwasher,Dryer,Washer,Refrigerator,Oven/Range - Gas
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es)
Water Access N
Roof Type Slate
Building
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Penn Alexander School
High Schools West Philadelphia
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard
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