Philadelphia, PA 19121 1739 W Berks Street

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  • MLS# PAPH2565206
  • 12/07/2025
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  • Beds • 8
  • Baths • 4
  • SQFT • 2,958

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Prime Temple University Investment Opportunity EXCEPTIONAL DUPLEX INVESTMENT - Two identical, fully independent 4BR/2BA units with separate utilities. Built 2011. Walking distance to Temple University. Booming neighborhood - property values have surged tremendously in recent years Strong appreciation potential - area continues to experience rapid growth $10,000 SELLER CREDIT if closed before January 31, 2025! Key Investment Metrics: Current Performance: Current Rent: $3,500/month total ($1,750/unit) Annual Income: $42,000 Market Potential: Market Rent: $4,800/month total ($2,400/unit) Annual Market Income: $57,600 Income Upside: $15,600/year additional potential Operating Advantages: Tenants pay ALL utilities - gas, water, and PECO Ultra-low operating costs - no utility expenses Property Features: Two Identical Units: 4BR/2BA each (8 beds, 4 baths total) 2,958 sq ft total - 1,479 sq ft per unit Two full unfinished basements - excellent storage or finishing potential Modern construction (2011) with forced air heating & central AC Washer/dryer in each unit On-street parking Why This Property Is a Winner: TENANTS PAY ALL UTILITIES - Gas, water, and PECO separately metered (massive advantage!) $15,600 UPSIDE - Currently rented $1,300/month below market TURNKEY WITH GROWTH - Tenants in place, raise rents on renewal BASEMENT VALUE-ADD - Finish basements to add bedrooms and boost rents further ULTRA-LOW OPERATING COSTS - No utility bills to manage or pay Perfect Strategy: House Hacking: Live in one unit, rent the other for $2,400/month Other tenant covers your mortgage Build equity while living rent-free Buy & Hold Investment: Keep current tenants through transition Raise to market rents ($2,400/unit) upon renewal Capture $15,600+ additional annual income Option to finish basements for even higher rents Location Advantages: Prime Temple University area - blocks from campus Access to public transit & major routes Proven rental market with $2,400/unit comps ACT FAST: Both units tenant occupied - no vacancy risk Tenants pay ALL utilities - gas, water, PECO (zero utility costs!) $15,600 rent upside at market rates $10,000 seller credit (expires Jan 31, 2025) Schedule your showing today!
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Interior Features for 1739 W Berks Street

Bedrooms

Main Level Bedrooms8
Total Bedrooms8

Bathrooms

Total Baths4

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Below Grade Unfin Area UnitsSquare Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT0
Below Grade Unfin SQFT SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area2958
Above Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Basement (Y/N)No
Below Grade Finished Area
Below Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Central Air Y/NYes
Fireplace Y/NNo
Heating FuelNatural Gas
Heating Y/NYes
Hot WaterNatural Gas
Laundry TypeWasher In Unit, Dryer In Unit

Other Rooms

Entry Level2

General for 1739 W Berks Street

AccessibilityNone
Architectural StyleSide-by-Side
Association Recreation FeeN
Bathrooms Count Main Level4.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level4
CityPHILADELPHIA
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/NNo
Construction MaterialsMasonry
Cool FuelElectric
CoolingCentral A/C
CountyPHILADELPHIA
DirectionsS
Full Baths4
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingForced Air
Levels3
Living Area2958
Lot Size Square Feet1258.00
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area19121 (19121)
MunicipalityPHILADELPHIA
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresAbove Grade, Below Grade
OwnershipFee Simple
Possession31-60 Days CD
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG297.16
Property TypeResidential
School DistrictPHILADELPHIA CITY
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusACTIVE
Structure TypeDetached
Subdivision NameTEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Tax Annual Amount9636.26
Tax Assessed Value688400.0
Tax Lot205
Tax Year2025
Total SQFT2958
Vacation Rental Y/NNo
Water Access Y/NNo
Year Built2011
Year Built SourceAssessor
ZoningRM1

Exterior for 1739 W Berks Street

Foundation DetailsPermanent
Land Use CodeW50
Lot Dimensions17.00 x 74.00
Lot Size Acres0.03
Lot Size SourceAssessor
LotDimensionsSourceAssessor
Navigable Water Y/NNo
PoolNo Pool
Type of ParkingOn Street
Water Oriented Y/NNo
Water SourcePublic
Water View Y/NNo
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Rachel Shepherd

Price $879,000
MLS#PAPH2565206
List Date 12/07/2025
Property Type Single Family
Phone 703.929.4729
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