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Property Description
Investor's Dream Duplex on Temple University Campus! This fully updated duplex, located in the heart of Temple University's campus, offers an exceptional investment opportunity with strong rental potential and versatile living spaces. The first unit spans the first floor and lower level (basement), featuring 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a kitchen, laundry, and a private yard on the main level. The finished basement provides additional living space, including a common area and an additional room that can serve as a den, workspace, storage, study lounge, or a quiet retreat. With the addition of egress, the finished basement room could be converted into a 4th bedroom, offering even greater potential. This unit offers a projected monthly rent of $1,800. Unit 2 is a bi-level layout encompassing the second and third floors. The second floor includes 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and laundry facilities. The third floor features 3 additional bedrooms, another full bathroom, and a private roof deck off the back bedroom with breathtaking views. This spacious unit offers a projected monthly rent of $3,600 if you were to rent each room out for $600/room. Both units are currently in the process of being vacated and will be fixed up to be in rent ready condition for the new owner. With a total of 9 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this property is designed to cater to students and faculty alike, ensuring high demand and consistent cash flow. Additional highlights include a private yard for Unit 1 and a roof deck for Unit 2. With a combined projected monthly rent of $5,400, this turn-key property is the perfect addition to your rental portfolio in a prime location. This property qualifies for a 10K Grant offered by Prosperity Home Mortgage, which can be used for closing costs, rate buy-down, and more. It is fully forgivable to all buyers, not just first-time buyers. Reach out for more information. Additionally, the property qualifies for the CRA program, offering a conventional loan with no mortgage insurance, low down payment and lower interest rate. 13-month HWA home warranty will be included with acceptable offer. Don't miss this incredible opportunity!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2138 N 18th St
General
- Sold For: $810,000
- Taxes: $6,307 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Duplex
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2474524
- Added to Site: 264 day(s) ago
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19121 (19121)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: Philadelphia
- Cross Streets: W Susquehanna Ave
- Driving Directions: To reach 2138 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121, start from the main road, Broad St. Head West on Cecil B. Moore Ave. Then, turn right onto N 18th St. Continue straight, and you'll find the property on the left-hand side.
- Location Details: Urban
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Straight Thru
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Flat
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 2,160
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,160 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,160 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
- 3 Bedroom Units: 1
Unit 1
- Unit Description: Unit 1
- Bedrooms: 3
Unit 2
- Unit Description: Unit 2
- Bedrooms: 6
Lot Features
- Property View: Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,351
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 84.00
- Lot Features: Rear Yard
- Zoning: RM1
- Lot Description: Rear Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $375
- School Tax: $3,532
- City/TownTax: $2,775
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $450,600
- Tax Amount: $6,307
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2160
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 163
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Schools
Schools serving 2138 N 18th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Duckrey Tanner School 1501 West Diamond street, Philadelphia, PA 19121 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2138 N 18th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/16/2025
Sold
$810,000
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MLS
4/29/2025
Listed
$810,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
2138 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121 (MLS# PAPH2474524) is a Duplex property that was sold at $810,000 on September 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 2138 N 18th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

