1739 West Berks Street Philadelphia, PA 19121

$879,000
8
Beds
4
Baths
0.03
Acres
2,958
SQFT
297
$/SQFT
$879,000
8
Beds
4
Baths
2,958   sf
$297 / sf
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Prime Temple University Investment OpportunityEXCEPTIONAL DUPLEX INVESTMENT - Two identical, fully independent 4BR/2BA units with separate utilities. Built 2011. Walking distance to Temple University. Booming neighborhood - property values have surged tremendously in recent years Strong appreciation potential - area continues to experience rapid growth🎁 $10,000 SELLER CREDIT if closed before January 31, 2025!Key Investment Metrics:Current Performance: Current Rent: $3,500/month total ($1,750/unit) Annual Income: $42,000Market Potential: Market Rent: $4,800/month total ($2,400/unit) Annual Market Income: $57,600 Income Upside: $15,600/year additional potentialOperating Advantages: Tenants pay ALL utilities - gas, water, and PECO Ultra-low operating costs - no utility expensesProperty Features: Two Identical Units: 4BR/2BA each (8 beds, 4 baths total) 2,958 sq ft total - 1,479 sq ft per unit Two full unfinished basements - excellent storage or finishing potential Modern construction (2011) with forced air heating & central AC Washer/dryer in each unit On-street parkingWhy This Property Is a Winner:✅ TENANTS PAY ALL UTILITIES - Gas, water, and PECO separately metered (massive advantage!)✅ $15,600 UPSIDE - Currently rented $1,300/month below market✅ TURNKEY WITH GROWTH - Tenants in place, raise rents on renewal✅ BASEMENT VALUE-ADD - Finish basements to add bedrooms and boost rents further✅ ULTRA-LOW OPERATING COSTS - No utility bills to manage or payPerfect Strategy:House Hacking: Live in one unit, rent the other for $2,400/month Other tenant covers your mortgage Build equity while living rent-freeBuy & Hold Investment: Keep current tenants through transition Raise to market rents ($2,400/unit) upon renewal Capture $15,600+ additional annual income Option to finish basements for even higher rentsLocation Advantages: Prime Temple University area - blocks from campus Access to public transit & major routes Proven rental market with $2,400/unit compsACT FAST:✓ Both units tenant occupied - no vacancy risk✓ Tenants pay ALL utilities - gas, water, PECO (zero utility costs!)✓ $15,600 rent upside at market rates✓ $10,000 seller credit (expires Jan 31, 2025)Schedule your showing today!

Prime Temple University Investment OpportunityEXCEPTIONAL DUPLEX INVESTMENT - Two identical, fully independent 4BR/2BA units with separate utilities. Built 2011. Walking distance to Temple University. Booming neighborhood - property values have surged tremendously in recent years Strong appreciation potential - area continues to experience rapid growth🎁 $10,000 SELLER CREDIT if closed before January 31, 2025!Key Investment Metrics:Current Performance: Current Rent: $3,500/month total ($1,750/unit) Annual Income: $42,000Market Potential: Market Rent: $4,800/month total ($2,400/unit) Annual Market Income: $57,600 Income Upside: $15,600/year additional potentialOperating Advantages: Tenants pay ALL utilities - gas, water, and PECO Ultra-low operating costs - no utility expensesProperty Features: Two Identical Units: 4BR/2BA each (8 beds, 4 baths total) 2,958 sq ft total - 1,479 sq ft per unit Two full unfinished basements - excellent storage or finishing potential Modern construction (2011) with forced air heating & central AC Washer/dryer in each unit On-street parkingWhy This Property Is a Winner:✅ TENANTS PAY ALL UTILITIES - Gas, water, and PECO separately metered (massive advantage!)✅ $15,600 UPSIDE - Currently rented $1,300/month below market✅ TURNKEY WITH GROWTH - Tenants in place, raise rents on renewal✅ BASEMENT VALUE-ADD - Finish basements to add bedrooms and boost rents further✅ ULTRA-LOW OPERATING COSTS - No utility bills to manage or payPerfect Strategy:House Hacking: Live in one unit, rent the other for $2,400/month Other tenant covers your mortgage Build equity while living rent-freeBuy & Hold Investment: Keep current tenants through transition Raise to market rents ($2,400/unit) upon renewal Capture $15,600+ additional annual income Option to finish basements for even higher rentsLocation Advantages: Prime Temple University area - blocks from campus Access to public transit & major routes Proven rental market with $2,400/unit compsACT FAST:✓ Both units tenant occupied - no vacancy risk✓ Tenants pay ALL utilities - gas, water, PECO (zero utility costs!)✓ $15,600 rent upside at market rates✓ $10,000 seller credit (expires Jan 31, 2025)Schedule your showing today!

  • Neighborhood
  • Type
  • Total Baths
  • County
    Philadelphia
  • Area
    19121
  • Tax Amount
    $9,636
  • Status
    Active
  • Listing #
    PAPH2565206
  • Built
    2011
  • Lot Size
    0.03
  • Listed on site
    10 days
  • Listing Agent Id
    300536328957

Listed by:
Realty Mark Associates - KOP

Source:
BRIGHT MLS

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  • No HOA
  • No Adult Community

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  • No Builder Restrictions

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  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Main Floor Bedroom

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