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$260,000

253 Rosemar St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
3,060
Square Feet
0.02
Lot Size (acres)
1953
Year Built
52
Days On Market

Turnkey investment opportunity on a beautiful residential street in Olney! This well-maintained DUPLEX at 253 Rosemar St offers immediate rental income with both units currently leased, providing an attractive opportunity for an investor or a future owner-occupant looking to offset their housing costs. Unit 1 is a spacious bi-level 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment with a thoughtfully designed layout. The lower level features two bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the main level offers a bright, open living/family room and dining area, along with the kitchen. The kitchen provides access to a private deck and backyard, creating a great outdoor space for tenants. Unit 2 is accessed through its own private entryway and offers a flexible 1-bedroom plus den/living room layout. The unit features an eat-in kitchen and an updated bathroom, making it a comfortable and functional rental. Both units have separate private entrances and modern keypad access locks, offering convenience, privacy, and easy access for tenants and property management. Current Rental Income Unit 1: Leased through June 30, 2027 at $1,135/month, including water Unit 2: Leased through July 31, 2027 at $1,050/month, including water Combined monthly rent: $2,185 Current annual scheduled rent: $26,220 The property was successfully granted a Permit for Use as a Two Family Dwelling in August 2015. With established tenants, separate entrances, flexible layouts, outdoor space, and existing two-family use documentation, 253 Rosemar St presents a compelling opportunity to add a cash-flowing property to your portfolio in Olney.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/03/2026
Listed By
Nicole Gabunia, 2676258707 · A-Line Realty Management LLC, 2676258707
MLS#
PAPH2666920
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
253 Rosemar St, Philadelphia, PA 19120
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Zip Code
19120

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Year Built
1953
Style
Bi-level
Building Area
3,060 sq. ft.
Foundation
Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Cooling
Electric, Window Unit(s), Other
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard, Electric, Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.02 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Zoning
RSA5 SINGLE FAM DWELLING. PERMIT FOR USE AS A TWO FAMILY DWELLING GRANTED BY CITY OF PHILADELPHIA ON 8/26/2015. BUYER TO VERIFY

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,040 sq. ft.
Total
3,060 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$260,000
Annual Taxes
$2,624

Schools

99/100
Girls High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.2 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
1,151
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
66% Black · 17% Asian · 10% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3700
95/100
Olney Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
849
Student body
42% Black · 32% Hispanic / Latino · 16% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3790
72/100
Franklin Benjamin School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
990
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
60% Black · 25% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3760
62/100
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.2 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
493
Parent reviews
3.8★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
90% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black · 2% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
74%
Phone
(215) 268-3102
56/100
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School
7th & Above · Grades KG–12 · 0.2 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
1,038
Student body
77% Hispanic / Latino · 18% Black · 3% White
Free/reduced lunch
76%
Phone
(267) 297-1883
54/100
Universal Creighton Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
731
Student body
39% Hispanic / Latino · 38% Black · 20% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
64%
Phone
(215) 537-2531
52/100
Washington Grover Junior School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
443
Student body
65% Black · 18% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3820
52/100
Howe Julia Ward School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
242
Student body
90% Black · 6% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3650

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
09/03/2026Listed for sale$260,000

Listed by Nicole Gabunia · A-Line Realty Management LLC · 2676258707

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: September 3, 2026 at 9:50 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2666920

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