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House for sale at 5227 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | MLS# PAPH2646896 | Listing updated on 2026-09-14
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$325,000

Monthly Est:$1,618

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5227 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

$1,618/moEst:

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  • Duplex

  • Built in 1925

  • $-- HOA

  • 2,271 sqft lot

  • $162/sq.ft

Description

Exceptional investment or house-hacking opportunity in a highly desirable pocket of West Philadelphia! This turn-key duplex perfectly hits the sweet spot for savvy investors and owner-occupants alike. Featuring separate amenities, this property offers steady, immediate cash flow with significant room to optimize your returns.

The 2nd floor unit is a spacious 2BR, 1BA apartment currently occupied at $1,420 per month (lease ends March 31, 2027). The 1st floor unit is a large 1BR, 1BA apartment that is currently vacant and was just refreshed. Previously rented below market value at $1,050 per month, this unit gives a new owner the immediate opportunity to place a tenant at
market rate or move right in and let the upstairs unit pay a massive portion of the mortgage. Both units are separately metered with central air and dedicated in-unit laundry. There is a full unfinished basement that is accessed through the 1st floor unit.

Positioned in a vibrant, high-demand neighborhood, this location ensures a consistent pool of tenants. You are located just steps from the 52nd Street shopping and transit corridor, as well as the historic Malcolm X Park and the popular Baltimore Avenue corridor. The property offers a seamless commute for students and healthcare professionals, sitting in close proximity to the University of Pennsylvania, St. Joseph's University City campus, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

Whether you are looking for a reliable, low-maintenance addition to your real estate portfolio or an affordable way to buy into a great neighborhood by living in one unit and renting the other, 5227 Catharine Street delivers on every level. Schedule your showing today!

  • Houzeo last checked: 24 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: September 14, 2026 at 4:59 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Deidre G Hill (267) 603-1226 | Compass Pennsylvania, LLC (610) 822-3356
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2646896 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Multi Family

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Cobbs Creek

  • Year Built

    1925

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,010 sqft

  • Lot Size

    2,271 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2646896

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    49

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedroom: --

    Bathroom: --

Interior

  • Flooring

    Wood

  • Window Features

    Energy Efficient

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1925

  • Home type

    Duplex

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Architectural Style

    Other

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

  • Roof

    Flat

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Full

  • Water Source

    Public

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    University City

Price History

DateEventPrice

07/28/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2646896

Listed for Sale

$349,000 +7.38%

$174/sqft

07/28/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2646896

Price Increased

$325,000 +1.56%

$162/sqft

10/16/2018

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #1001996090

Sold

$320,000

$159/sqft

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