Full Rehab Opportunity in Mantua | RM-1 Zoning, Cash Only
University City adjacency • RM-1 zoning • 3-story masonry end-of-row • Approx. 1,800 sq ft • Vacant 32 years • Cash only • Full rehab or redevelopment opportunity
Built in 1915, this solid AirLite-style structure in the Mantua neighborhood offers classic brick character and exceptional potential for investors seeking a creative project near University City and Drexel University. The 3-story layout provides flexibility for multi-unit conversion, long-term rental income, or redevelopment under RM-1 zoning. The compact 0.03-acre parcel supports low-maintenance urban living while maintaining excellent proximity to city amenities—bus stop 0.5 mi, ALDI 1.2 mi, Saunders Park Green 1.0 mi, and Penn Presbyterian 1.2 mi. Sold strictly as-is: Buyer to pay all encumbrances and 100% transfer tax; bring vision and plans to unlock its next chapter.
Current and Known liens...
Clean Up and Seal Building - $2270.81 L&I Violations CF_2020-002920 $2408.00 Water Lien $3705.10 Property Taxes $7695.25 Current Known Total - $16,071.16 (Please note that these amounts might be subject to change)
ALL OFFERS ARE TO BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 21, 2025 AT 8PM.
PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING.
Listed by Stacey Duke-Middleton
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License #RS350391
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BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square
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4843935842
Last updated November 19, 2025
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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2556138
Listing Facts
TypeMulti-family
NeighborhoodEast Parkside
Days on Prevu13
Taxes$1,332/year
Size1,800 sqft
Price per sqft$44
Location
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Listing History
11/06/2025
Listed by BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square
$80,000
Property Details for 1212 N 42nd Street
Exterior
Construction
New Construction: No
Number Of Units Total: 3
Property Condition: Major Rehab Needed
Stories Total: 3
Year Built: 1915
Architectural Style: Air Lite
Construction Materials: Masonry
Features
Other Structures: Above Grade
Waterfront: No
Measurements
Lot Size Acres: 0.03
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Size Square Feet: 1,307
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: $1,332.00
Tax Year: 2025
Interior
Features
Fireplace: No
Measurements
Living Area: 1,800
Living Area Source: Estimated
Rooms
Basement: Dirt Floor, Other
Has Basement: Yes
Other
Location
Subdivision Name: MANTUA
Tax Lot: 53
Parking
Parking
Garage: No
Utilities
Equipment
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
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