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MLS: #PAPH2601868, Listed By: Dayhna Carroll, LYL Realty Group, Source:Bright MLS

5036 Catharine Street

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19143
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Bed 9

Bed

Bath 0

Bath

SqFt2,250

Sqft

Acres0.05

Acre(Lot)

A legal triplex in the heart of University City presents an exceptional opportunity whether you're seeking a house-hack with built-in rental income or a fully stabilized investment property in one of Philadelphia's strongest rental markets. Situated steps from Drexel University, the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine, and CHOP, this property sits at the intersection of consistent tenant demand and long-term appreciation. This three-unit building offers well-proportioned layouts across all units, each with separate utilities, central air and heat, private entrances, and private basement laundry. The configuration is ideal for an owner-occupant to occupy one unit while the remaining two cover a significant portion — or all — of the mortgage. Investors will appreciate the potential fo r minimal vacancy given the neighborhood's year-round renter pool of students, medical professionals, university staff, and young professionals. University City is one of Philadelphia's most supply-constrained rental submarkets. Anchored by Penn, Drexel, Jefferson Health, and a growing cluster of biotech and tech employers along the Schuylkill, demand for quality rental housing consistently outpaces supply. The neighborhood's walkability, SEPTA access (trolleys, subway, and regional rail), and proximity to Center City make it attractive to a wide and diverse renter base year-round — not just during the academic calendar.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential Income

Price : $545,000

AD Id : 76701351

MLS Id : PAPH2601868

Beds : 9

Lot Size : 0.05 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,250

Year Built : 1925

County : PHILADELPHIA

Subdivision: University City

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 9

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full
  • Interior Features

    Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Electric

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1925 Building Area Total: 2250 Pool Features: None Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 107.00 Lot Size Acres: 0.05 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 2165

    Property Information

    Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY Source Property Type: Residential Income Postal Code Plus 4: 3364 Property SubType: Triplex Property Age: 101

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $545000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 462100250 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $6690

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  • Location Information

    Direction: W WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/18/2026 @ 02:01

MLS: PAPH2601868 LISTED BY: Dayhna Carroll, LYL Realty Group 267-773-8600 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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