1212 N 42nd St, PHILADELPHIA, PA

$145,000

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1,800

Square feet

0.03

Acres

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
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
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

Additional Information

Date Listed November 6th, 2025
Days on Market 281
Zoning RM1
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeBHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square

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