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Property Description
Calling all savvy investors. Now is your chance to take on a corner shell with solid bones in West Powelton and transform it into something special. The property is zoned RM1, giving you flexibility for either a spacious single home or a thoughtful multi-unit layout. The interior is a complete blank canvas and ready for your vision, offering the rare opportunity to reimagine every level from the ground up. Renovated multi-family homes in this pocket of West Powelton have sold in the high 500s, creating strong potential for future value once the work is complete. The corner placement allows sunlight to spill in from multiple directions, creating the kind of natural light that appeals to both homeowners and renters. The neighborhood supports healthy rent numbers as well, making this a strategic pick for long-term holds, flips, or redevelopment. West Powelton continues to shine with its easy access to University City, public transit, local restaurants, and community parks. Blocks from Drexel and Penn, this location attracts steady demand and remains one of the most desirable areas for investors seeking growth and stability. An ideal project for anyone ready to take a raw property and turn it into a standout addition to the neighborhood.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 701 N 42nd St
General
- Sold For: $127,000
- Taxes: $1,692 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2559402
- Added to Site: 92 day(s) ago
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19104 (19104)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: WEST POWELTON
- Driving Directions: At the intersection of Warren St. and Fairmount Ave.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- 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: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,698
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,698 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,698 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,139
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 17.00 x 67.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $73.62
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $947
- City/TownTax: $744
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $120,900
- Tax Amount: $1,692
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1698
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 292
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Schools
Schools serving 701 N 42nd St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington Martha School 766 North 44th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
West Philadelphia High School 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 701 N 42nd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/03/2026
Sold
$127,000
1.6%
MLS
12/23/2025
Price Reduced
$124,999
-21.88%
MLS
12/04/2025
Listed
$159,999
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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.
701 N 42nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (MLS# PAPH2559402) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $127,000 on February 03, 2026. This property was listed by Dominic Fuscia Team from our Old City Office.Want to learn more about 701 N 42nd 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.


