523 N DOUGLAS STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19104

$375,000 Asking Price

4 beds
1 bath
1,320  sqft
Built in 1935

This recently renovated 3-story rowhome offers a comfortable and spacious living environment in the highly sought-after Mantua neighborhood. The low-maintenance vinyl siding protects your investment. Upon entering, you'll find an open staircase, oak hardwood floors, and fresh paint throughout. Natural light floods the living room through new energy-certified windows, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Classic 8-inch shaker style baseboards and trim work gives the home character. Off the living room is a formal dining room and kitchen. The kitchen features overhead lighting, sizable granite countertops, 36-inch pantry, 42-inch upper cabinets, and corner lazy Susan which offer plenty of space to store appliances and spices. Moreover, the kitchen boasts solid wood cabinets with soft closing hinges, emphasizing the high-quality craftsmanship of the home. The thoughtful design includes dedicated space for a dishwasher or built-in trash can, enhancing the kitchen's functionality and convenience. The second floor features a fully renovated hall bath with white subway tiles and built-in shower niches and two bedrooms. Additionally, the third floor boasts two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space. The unfinished basement accommodates the washer and dryer, utilities, and a new electrical panel (2023). The back patio provides space for bike storage, BBQing, and relaxation with friends, ensuring the convenience of city living with a cozy neighborhood feel. It is conveniently located near Interstates 676 and 76, as well as Drexel Station at 30th Street. This home offers free on-street parking and easy access to public transportation. Within a 5-10 minute commute by bicycle or car, you can reach Drexel University, the University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, the VA Hospital, Penn Medicine, the Philadelphia Zoo, the Art Museum, and other prominent businesses and institutions. Additionally, you can enjoy fireworks and events along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Schuylkill River trail. This property is within the boundaries of the Drexel University Home Purchase Assistance Program and Penn Home Ownership Services Program. The home is currently rented below market value at $1700 until 1/31/2025. The tenant is responsible for all utilities. This property presents a fantastic opportunity for an investor or owner-occupant. Don't miss out on this turnkey property. Please note some photos are virtually staged.

Features & Amenities

Interior

Basement:
Unfinished
A/C:
None
Heating:
Y, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Other

Construction

General:
Masonry, 3, Concrete Perimeter

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
County:
PHILADELPHIA

Lot

Zoning:
RSA5, 242137700
Current Use:
O50

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
New Age Realty Group Inc, Nicole Caprario

About Philadelphia, PA

Housing

Number of Units
705,993
Median Home Value
$212,331
Median Rent
$993

47.83% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.77% are vacant.

Commute

Car
48.32%
Public Transportation
19.12%
Walk to Work
6.40%
Work from Home
23.29%
Other
1.20%

The median travel time to work is 28 minutes.

People

Population
1,564,304
Median Age
36.10
Median Household Size
2.55

Education

High School
31.51%
Associate’s Degree
5.70%
Bachelor’s Degree
18.90%
Graduate Degree
14.16%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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