1212 N 42ND STREET Overview
- Time on Site:
- 235 days
- Visits:
- 32
Full Rehab Opportunity in Mantua RM-1 Zoning, Cash Only University City adjacency ' RM-1 zoning ' 3-story masonry end-of-row ' Approx. 1,800 sq ft ' Vacant 32 years ' Cash only ' Full rehab or redevelopment opportunity Built in 1915, this solid AirLite-style structure in the Mantua neighborhood offers classic brick character and exceptional potential for investors seeking a creative project near University City and Drexel University. The 3-story layout provides flexibility for multi-unit conversion, long-term rental income, or redevelopment under RM-1 zoning. The compact 0.03-acre parcel supports low-maintenance urban living while maintaining excellent proximity to city amenities—bus stop 0.5 mi, ALDI 1.2 mi, Saunders Park Green 1.0 mi, and Penn Presbyterian 1.2 mi. Sold strictly as-is: Buyer to pay all encumbrances and 100% transfer tax; bring vision and plans to unlock its next chapter. Current and Known liens... Clean Up and Seal Building - $2270.81 L&I Violations CF_2020-002920 $2408.00 Water Lien $3705.10 Property Taxes $7695.25 Current Known Total - $16,071.16 (Please note that these amounts might be subject to change) PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING.
1212 N 42ND STREET Facts & Features
- Type Multi-Family
- Sq. ft. 1,800
- Price/Sq.ft. $81
- Lot 0.03 Acres
Details
General
Income/Expenses
- Existing Lease Type: None
Listing Information
- Real Estate Owned: No
- Short Sale: No
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Pool: No Pool
- Total SQFT: 1800
- Year Built: 1915
Location/Region
- Country: US
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- County Or Parish: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area Major: 19104 (19104)
- Subdivision Name: MANTUA
Parking Information
- Type of Parking: On Street
Rent/Lease Information
- Lease Considered: No
Tax Information
- County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- School Tax: 746.00
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,332.00
- Tax Assessed Value: 95200.00
- Tax Year: 2025
General Information
- Municipal Trash: Yes
- Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed
- Property Sub Type: Triplex
- Property Type: Multi-Family
- Rent Control: No
- School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- Special Listing Conditions: Standard
- Vacation Rental: No
- Year Assessed: 2025
- Zoning: RM1
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2
Interior
Building Information
- Building Winterized: Yes
- Cooling Fuel: None
- Heating Fuel: None
Parking Information
- Garage: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Building Interior
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1800
- Above Grade Finished Area Source: Estimated
- Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
- Central Air: No
- Hot Water: None
General Information
- Accessibility Features: None
- Cooling: None
- Fireplace: No
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Heating: None
- Living Area: 1800
- Living Area Source: Estimated
- Stories Total: 3
- Units Furnished: All
Unit Information
- One Bedroom Units Count: 0
- Single Room Units Count: 1
- Three Bedroom Units Count: 0
- Two Bedroom Units Count: 2
Exterior
Lot Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Size Square Feet: 1307.00
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- Water Oriented: No
- Water View: No
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: AirLite
- Construction Materials: Masonry
General Information
- Number Of Units Leased: 0
- Number Of Units Total: 3
- Number Of Units Vacant: 3
- Other Structures: Above Grade
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: None
- Water Access: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Details
- Unit Type: Unit 1
Unit 2 Details
- Unit Type: Unit 2
1212 N 42ND STREET Neighborhood
Community
19104 (PHILADELPHIA) Demographics
1212 N 42ND STREET Monthly Cost
1212 N 42ND STREET Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
1212 N 42ND STREET History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS | $145,000 45.0% |
Stacey Middleton Listing Agent |
| 1/20/2026Source: BRIGHT MLS | $100,000 25.0% |
Stacey Middleton Listing Agent |
| 12/28/2025Source: BRIGHT MLS | ACTIVE |
Stacey Middleton Listing Agent |
| 11/29/2025Source: BRIGHT MLS | ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT |
Stacey Middleton Listing Agent |
| 11/6/2025Source: BRIGHT MLS | November 06, 2025 |
Stacey Middleton Listing Agent |
Contact Information: 6103536200
