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Property Description
Fantastic Investment or Owner-Occupant Opportunity! This fully updated duplex is an excellent investment opportunity or an ideal choice for an owner-occupied home. Conveniently located just a 6-minute drive from the University of Pennsylvania, this property is in a highly desirable area with strong rental demand. Both spacious units feature 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with brand-new kitchens, new bathrooms, new windows and new carpeting. Both units have also been freshly painted throughout-making them move-in ready. Nearly everything in the property has been upgraded, offering a modern, low-maintenance living experience. Each unit has separate utilities, and both are equipped with central air conditioning. Tenants are responsible for their own electricity, heating, and cooling-maximizing rental efficiency and minimizing overhead for investors. There is a washerand dryer for each unit as well. Whether you're an investor looking to expand your portfolio or a buyer planning to live in one unit while renting the other, this duplex offers the best of both worlds. For owner occupants, the rental income from one unit can significantly offset your mortgage and living expenses. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a completely renovated duplex in a prime location!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6040 Kingsessing Ave
General
- Sold For: $237,000
- Taxes: $1,758 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2484770
- Added to Site: 242 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dryer - Electric, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Refrigerator
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19142 (19142)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Cross Streets: 60th Street
- Driving Directions: use gps
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,494
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,494 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,494 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,500
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 75.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $159.97
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $984
- City/TownTax: $773
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $125,600
- Tax Amount: $1,758
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Owner Pays: Water, Taxes - Real Estate, Insurance
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1494
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: 2 Refrigerators, 2 Washers, 2 Dryers
- Lot Number: 119
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Jenkintown, Andrew B Smith
Sold by KW Empower, Teonna McCurry
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Schools
Schools serving 6040 Kingsessing Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mitchell El School 5500 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Bartram John - Main 2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 6040 Kingsessing Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/29/2025
Sold
$237,000
-0.84%
MLS
6/17/2025
Price Increased
$239,000
4.37%
MLS
5/21/2025
Listed
$229,000
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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.
6040 Kingsessing Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19142 (MLS# PAPH2484770) is a Single Family property that was sold at $237,000 on August 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 6040 Kingsessing Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

