426 South 42nd Street

Philadelphia, PA 19104

$795,000
Price
8
Beds
3
Baths
3,150 Sq. Ft.
$252 / Sq. Ft.
3,150
Sq. Ft.
$252
per Sq. Ft.

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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. 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, ORhave an amazing extra space for...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. 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, ORhave 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.
  1. Listed by Benjamin M Camp • Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
    P: (610)-220-8550 ben@elfantwissahickon.com

Property Details for 426 South 42nd Street

Tax ID Number
272072000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Straight Thru
Levels/Stories
4
LISTING UPDATED: 11/13/2024 04:07 PM

Property Details for 426 South 42nd Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2362024
Days on Market135
Taxes$5,515 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,880 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

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Building Information for 426 South 42nd Street

Stories4Residences-Year Built1930Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,880 SF

Property Information for 426 South 42nd Street

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles, Airport less than 10 miles
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: ALEXANDER ADAIRE (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • Middle Or Junior School: ALEXANDER ADAIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: WEST PHILADELPHIA (PHILADELPHIA PA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19104 (19104)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $394,000
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $315,200
  • City Town Tax: $2,426
  • Land Assessed Value: $78,800
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: N50
  • Zoning: RTA1
  • Zoning Dscrp: RTA1-Residential Two-Family Attached-
  • Tax Lot: 14
  • School Tax: $3,088
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
  • TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 3
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,150.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,150.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,150.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Elevators Count: 0
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • Roof: Slate
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8031/5624/3150/803156243150_512_384_WM_McY45_9uAMP66Tga.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 3-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 24.00 x 120.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1047055
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 426 South 42nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 426 South 42nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$78,800Additions$315,200Total$394,000
Tax Record2023$5,515 ($460 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,150 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,150 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,880 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1930ZoningRTA1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN27-2-0720-00

Schools near 426 South 42nd Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Penn Alexander School
Public - K to 8
West Philadelphia High School
Public - 9 to 12
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services
Public - 9 to 12
The Workshop School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Penn Alexander School
PublicK to 8

West Philadelphia High School
Public9 to 12

Paul Robeson High School For Human Services
Public9 to 12

The Workshop School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 426 South 42nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

426 South 42nd Street is a townhouse for sale in Philadelphia, PA 19104. This property was listed for sale on June 20, 2024 by Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square, it's currently listed at $795,000. It has been on the market for a total of 135 days and was last sold on July 28, 2003. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Penn Alexander School, West Philadelphia High School and Paul Robeson High School For Human Services. 426 South 42nd Street is a 8-bed, 3-bath, 3,150 sqft townhouse built in 1930.

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