1212 N 42ND ST, Philadelphia, PA 19104

• 1,800 sqft

Property Description

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) PLEASE TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN ENTERING! THIS IS POTENTIALLY AN UNSAFE BUILDING.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 5:22PM

Listing Office:

BHHS Fox&Roach-Newtown Square : 6103536200

Listing Agent:

Stacey Duke-Middleton : 4843935842

MLS ID:

PAPH2556138

Interior

• Basement: Dirt floorOther
• A/C: None
• Heating: None
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Above Grade
• Style: AirLite

Construction

• General: MasonryStone

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: RM1062293000

Utilities

• Utilities: None
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: BRIGHT_MAIN