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Welcome to 238 N 52nd St, a well-maintained mixed-use investment property in West Philadelphia featuring 7 total units 6 residential studio apartments and 1 commercial salon space. Street-level salon is currently rented for $900/month and includes the main salon area, private storage room, and bathroom. The six residential studio units are each rented for $775/month, creating strong income potential for investors. The property features separate electric and gas meters for all 7 units. Heating is provided by a radiator system with a central thermostat controlled by the lower level, and the main boiler was replaced in 2022. The salon also includes 2 mini-split systems for additional comfort. There is 1 hot water heater servicing the residential units and a separate hot water heater for the commercial space. Additional updates include a roof approximately 4 years old. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, and major roadways, this fully occupied mixed-use property is a great addition to any investment portfolio.

Full Property Details for 238 N 52nd St

General

  • Price: $530,000
  • Taxes: $2,417 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Apartment
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2620084
  • Updated: 5/11/2026
  • Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago

Business

  • Business Type: Apartment Building, Hair Salon and Spa

Parking

  • Parking Type: None

Location

  • Area: 19139 (19139)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Cross Streets: Race Street
  • Driving Directions: 220 block of N 52nd St

School Information

  • High School: Overbrook

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Radiator, Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Masonry
  • Building Size: 2800
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Very Good

Unit Information

  • # Tenants: Multiple

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,780
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 89.00
  • Zoning: RSA5

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $189.29
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $1,353
  • City/TownTax: $1,063
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $172,700
  • Tax Amount: $2,417
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Investment: Yes
  • Lot Number: 68

Listed by KW Empower, Michael P Cohen and KW Empower, Ahmad Hazem Ibrahim

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Listing agents

— 238 N 52nd St —

  • Michael P Cohen

    KW Empower

  • Ahmad Hazem Ibrahim

    KW Empower

Listing Office Email: vicki@kwempower.com

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NMLS#: 1598647

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Schools serving 238 N 52nd St

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Rhoads James School
4901 Parrish Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139
K-80.3 mi
Overbrook High School, Philadelphia, PA
5898 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
9-121.4 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 238 N 52nd St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/11/2026
Listed
$530,000
231.25%
MLS
12/21/2007
Sold
$160,000
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Tax History for 238 N 52nd St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,121
-12%
$172,700
—
2025
$2,417
—
$172,700
—
2024
$2,417
14%
$172,700
14%
2023
$2,121
—
$151,500
—
2022
$2,121
11%
$151,500
100%
2018
$1,911
-1%
-100%
2020
$1,929
1%
$137,800
1%
2019
$1,911
3%
$136,500
3%
2018
$1,856
-3%
$132,600
-3%
2017
$1,909
—
$136,400
—
2016
$1,909
4%
$136,400
—
2015
$1,828
—
$136,400
—
2014
$1,828
134%
$136,400
1605%
2013
$782
—
$8,000
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238 N 52nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2620084) is a Apartment property. 238 N 52nd Street is currently listed for $530,000 and was received on May 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 238 N 52nd Street? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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