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$395,000

1511 54th St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
2,700
Square Feet
0.04
Lot Size (acres)
1925
Year Built
19
Days On Market

A Philadelphia Investment Opportunity With Income Potential, Purpose, and Possibility Your next real estate investment could be more than a property. It could be the foundation of your next chapter in wealth building. Welcome to 1511 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvaniaa compelling opportunity for the visionary investor who understands that successful real estate investing is about more than acquiring a building. It is about recognizing potential, creating lasting value, and positioning yourself to benefit from the enduring need for quality rental housing. This 3 unit residential investment presents an opportunity to establish or expand a rental portfolio in Philadelphia's dynamic urban real estate market. Featuring 2 - 1 bedroom units and 1 - 2 bedroom unit, the property offers a diversified residential configuration that can appeal to a range of prospective renters, subject to market demand, property condition, and applicable rental requirements. For investors navigating today's higher borrowing costs, opportunities deserve to be evaluated through a disciplined lens: income potential, operating expenses, tenant demand, long-term appreciation prospects, and the ability to create value. This property offers an opportunity to explore all of those considerations in one investment. 3 units. Multiple income opportunities. One strategic acquisition. The property's three-unit configuration is central to its investment appeal. An investor has the opportunity to generate income from 3 separate residential units. The proposed rental-income analysis uses the Philadelphia Housing Authority payment standards previously discussed as a preliminary benchmark: - Two one-bedroom units: $1,960 per month each. - One two-bedroom unit: $2,330 per month. Based on those assumptions, the property has a projected gross rental income of $6,250 per month, or $75,000 annually, before vacancy, operating expenses, and any adjustments required by the applicable rental program. For an investor, this creates a starting point for evaluating the property's earning potential and developing a thoughtful acquisition strategy. The final achievable rents must be independently verified. Housing Choice Voucher payment standards are not guaranteed rents, and the applicable ZIP code, voucher requirements, utilities, rent-reasonableness review, and property eligibility must all be confirmed. An investment strategy for today's interest-rate environment Higher interest rates have changed the way investors evaluate real estate. Borrowing costs can reduce cash flow, increase monthly debt service, and make careful underwriting more important than ever. But higher rates do not automatically eliminate opportunity. They make the quality of the acquisition, the accuracy of the numbers, and the investor's strategy even more important. At an asking price of $395,000, buyers can evaluate this property based on its potential rental income, anticipated operating expenses, financing structure, and long-term objectives. (Note: Select photos have been virtually staged for visualization purposes only.)

Listing Information

Listing Updated
2 days ago
Listed By
Arica Miller, 3475863154 · KW Empower, 2156273500
MLS#
PAPH2681514
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1511 N 54th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
PHILADELPHIA (WEST)
Zip Code
19131

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Stories
3
Year Built
1925
Style
Dwelling with Rental
Building Area
2,700 sq. ft.
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Asphalt
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
On Street

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan
Appliances
Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Washer, Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Flooring
Laminate
Cooling
Central Air, Gas
Heating
Forced Air, Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.04 Acres
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Electricity Available, Water Available
Zoning
Multi FAMILY TRIPLEX

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,900 sq. ft.
Total
1,900 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$395,000
Annual Taxes
$3,916

Schools

96/100
Discovery Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.8 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
749
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
100% Black · 0% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
80%
Phone
(215) 879-8182
87/100
Blankenburg Rudolph School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.8 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
66/100
Mastery Charter School - Shoemaker Campus
High · Grades 07–12 · 0 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
772
Parent reviews
4.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
95% Black · 2% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(267) 296-7111
62/100
Rhoads James School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.8 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
489
Student body
93% Black · 5% Two or More Races · 2% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7680
59/100
KIPP West Philadelphia Charter School
Grades M–M · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
396
Student–teacher
15.2
Student body
95% Black · 4% Two or More Races · 1% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(267) 787-5700
53/100
Mastery Charter School - Mann Campus
Elementary · Grades KG–06 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
549
Student body
90% Black · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 581-5616
52/100
Bluford Charter School
Grades M–M · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
488
Student body
98% Black · 1% Hispanic / Latino · 0% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
87%
Phone
(215) 732-6518
52/100
Global Leadership Academy Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
668
Student body
96% Black · 2% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(267) 295-5700

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
10/06/2026Listed for sale$395,000

Listed by Arica Miller · 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 22, 2026 at 9:42 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2681514

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