About 1212 N 42nd St
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.
Features of 1212 N 42nd St
| MLS® # | PAPH2556138 |
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| Price | $145,000 |
| Bathrooms | 0.00 |
| Square Footage | 1,800 |
| Acres | 0.03 |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Type | Multi-Family |
| Sub-Type | Triplex,End of Row/Townhouse |
| Style | AirLite |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 1212 N 42nd St |
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| Area | 19104 |
| Subdivision | MANTUA |
| City | PHILADELPHIA |
| County | PHILADELPHIA-PA |
| State | PA |
| Municipality | PHILADELPHIA |
| Zip Code | 19104 |
Amenities
| Utilities | None |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Heating | None |
|---|---|
| Cooling | None |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Dirt Floor, Other |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 3 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Masonry |
|---|---|
| Construction | Masonry |
| Foundation | Stone |
School Information
| District | THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | November 6th, 2025 |
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| Days on Market | 281 |
| Zoning | RM1 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square |
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