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Property Description
Investor alert or ideal house-hack opportunity in booming Port Richmond-welcome to 2842 Cedar Street, a charming corner duplex with strong vintage appeal. This unique property features two one-bedroom apartments, each with separate utilities (gas and electric; the second floor is electric-only), offering flexibility and income potential. The first-floor unit boasts soaring ceilings, wood floors, and access to a private yard with inside basement access and laundry. The upstairs unit includes a second-story deck off the kitchen and indoor bike storage. If desired, the 2nd-floor tenant could access the laundry in the basement using the Bilco doors in the yard. Located steps from Powers Park, the Port Richmond Library, and favorites like Ellie and Bird Coffee, Nemi, and iconic Tacconelli's Pizza, with quick access to I-95, less than a mile to the Somerset Market-Frankford El station stop. Recent updates include a new sewer line and updated gas lines (both inside the home), as well as new siding for the 2nd-floor bay window-perfect for buyers looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or add to their portfolio in a thriving neighborhood.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2842 Cedar St
General
- Sold For: $255,000
- Taxes: $4,097 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2503604
- Added to Site: 206 day(s) ago
Interior
- Flooring: Wood, CeramicTile
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19134 (19134)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Cross Streets: Auburn
- Driving Directions: From Aramingo Ave, East on Auburn. The house is on the left at the corner of Cedar & Auburn. Auburn is between Somerset & Cambria.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
- Elementary School: Richmond
- Middle School: Memphis Street Academy Charter School At J.P. Jones
- High School: Kensington
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Side Entrance, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs
- Foundation: Stone
- Square Feet: 1,234
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,234 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,234 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Unit Information
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 988
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 68.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $222.85
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $2,294
- City/TownTax: $1,802
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $292,700
- Tax Amount: $4,097
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1234
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: 2 refrigerators, 1 washer, 1 dryer
- Lot Number: 50
Listed by KW Empower, Stacy L Sanseverino
Sold by Keller Williams Real Estate-Montgomeryville, Anna Psora
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Schools
Schools serving 2842 Cedar St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Richmond School 2944 Belgrade Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Kensington HS 2501 Coral Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Kensington Culinary Arts 2463 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School 1901 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 2842 Cedar St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/29/2025
Sold
$255,000
-7.27%
MLS
6/25/2025
Listed
$275,000
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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.
2842 Cedar Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134 (MLS# PAPH2503604) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $255,000 on August 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 2842 Cedar Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

