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$265,000

742 37th St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,160
Square Feet
0.03
Lot Size (acres)
1915
Year Built
142
Days On Market

Rare opportunity to own a sun-drenched corner home set up with a lower and upper unit in the Mantua section of West Philadelphia. Designed for both immediate income and long-term upside, this property is an ideal fit for investors and house hackers looking to live in one unit while gaining rental income from the other. This versatile property features two fully separate units, each with a private entrance. The lower-level unit includes two bedrooms, one bath, basement access and in-unit laundry. The spacious bi-level upper unit has three bedrooms, one bath, its own washer/dryer, and a rear yard entry. This setup is perfect for maximizing rental flexibility or offsetting your monthly expenses. Positioned on a corner, the home is flooded with natural light from multiple exposures, creating bright, highly desirable living spaces that consistently attract tenants. Located just minutes from the Philadelphia Zoo, the Schuylkill River Trail, and major highways, this property offers seamless access to Center City, universities, and major hospitals. This area continues to see strong rental demand and ongoing growth. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit while generating income from the other or add a high-demand asset to your portfolio, this property delivers the kind of location, layout, and potential that doesn’t come around often. Please note home was most recently occupied as a single family home with an in-law suite and had previously had two rental licenses which have expired and the property has been rezoned as a single family residence. Buyers are responsible for any future zoning and legalization of unit. The city certification is attached to the listing documents for review.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
3 days ago
Listed By
Ian J Perler, 2676079099 · KW Empower, 2156273500
MLS#
PAPH2630550
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
742 N 37th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
MANTUA
Zip Code
19104

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Stories
3
Year Built
1915
Style
Straight Thru
Building Area
2,160 sq. ft.
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Flat
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Cooling
Electric, Window Unit(s)
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Oil

Property Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Back Yard
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,160 sq. ft.
Total
2,160 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$265,000
Annual Taxes
$3,989

Schools

87/100
Blankenburg Rudolph School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
517
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
94% Black · 4% Two or More Races · 1% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7280
74/100
Powel Samuel School
Elementary · Grades KG–04 · 0.6 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
242
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
66% Black · 22% White · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 400-7740
64/100
KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–03 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
398
Student–teacher
14.7
Student body
86% Black · 6% Two or More Races · 5% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
76%
Phone
(267) 417-3070
62/100
McMichael Morton School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
411
Student body
88% Black · 8% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7750
55/100
Locke Alain School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
444
Student body
83% Black · 7% Two or More Races · 5% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7670
55/100
Parkway West
High · Grades 09–12 · 1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
321
Student body
95% Black · 3% Two or More Races · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7710
54/100
Philadelphia Learning Academy - West
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.8 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
75
Student body
92% Black · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 3% White
Free/reduced lunch
96%
Phone
(215) 400-9080
53/100
Science Leadership Academy Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
353
Student body
58% Black · 27% White · 5% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-8320

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
06/05/2026Listed for sale$265,000

Listed by Ian J Perler · KW Empower · 2156273500

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 21, 2026 at 7:38 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2630550

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