701 N 42nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104
Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT IDX / Coldwell Banker Realty / Katherine "Katie" MacNaughton Young

  701 N 42nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104

Active (3 Days)
$159,999 (USD)

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.

MLS #:
PAPH2559402
Taxes
$1,692(2025)
Lot Size
1,139 SQFT
Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1925
Style
Traditional
School District
Philadelphia City
County
Philadelphia County

Listed By

Katherine "Katie" MacNaughton Young, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source
BRIGHT IDX
Last checked Dec 6 2025 at 1:08 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
Subdivision
  • West Powelton
Property Features
  • Above Grade
  • Below Grade
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
  • None
Basement Information
  • Full
Exterior Features
  • Masonry
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
Stories
  • 2
Living Area
  • 1,698 sqft
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