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Property Description
Excellent Investment Opportunity in Northeast Philadelphia! Welcome to 228 Erica Street, a well-maintained duplex located in the desirable Somerton section of Northeast Philadelphia. This property is perfect for both investors and owner-occupants seeking a steady income-producing asset. Unit 1 is currently occupied by a long-term tenant on a month-to-month lease paying $1,500. Unit 2 is vacant and move-in ready - ideal for an owner-occupant or to lease immediately with market rent potential of $1,700-$1,800/month. Each unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, spacious living areas, and separate utilities for easy management. The property also includes a private driveway, garage, and fenced backyard. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, public transportation, and major routes (I-95, Route 1, and PA Turnpike), this duplex offers both comfort and convenience in a highly desirable neighborhood. Don't miss this solid investment opportunity - perfect for generating reliable rental income or living in one unit while the other helps pay your mortgage!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 228 Erica St
General
- Sold For: $490,000
- Taxes: $5,950 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Duplex
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2554980
- Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Built In
Location
- Area: 19116 (19116)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: Please use gps
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Other
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Garage Access
- Square Feet: 1,838
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,838 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,838 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1972
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,535
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 29.00 x 90.00
- Zoning: RTA1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $271.98
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $3,332
- City/TownTax: $2,618
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $425,100
- Tax Amount: $5,950
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1838
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 92
Listed by RE/MAX Properties - Newtown, Eldar Badal
Sold by Coldwell Banker Hearthside Realtors, Moses Samuel
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Schools
Schools serving 228 Erica St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Loesche William H School 595 Tomlinson Road, Philadelphia, PA 19116 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
C.C.A. Baldi Middle School 8801 Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA 19115 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi |
Washington George High School 10175 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116 | 9-12 | 1 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 228 Erica St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/29/2025
Sold
$490,000
-1.98%
MLS
11/10/2025
Listed
$499,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
228 Erica Street, Philadelphia, PA 19116 (MLS# PAPH2554980) is a Duplex property that was sold at $490,000 on December 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 228 Erica 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.

