Philadelphia, PA 19104,231 S 42ND ST
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Philadelphia, PA 19104,231 S 42ND ST
Philadelphia, PA 19104,231 S 42ND ST
Philadelphia, PA 19104,231 S 42ND ST
Philadelphia, PA 19104,231 S 42ND ST

$1,325,000

Est. payment /mo

$1,100,000

20.5%
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231 S 42ND ST Philadelphia, PA 19104

7 Beds

7 Baths

5,980 SqFt

SOLD DATE : 08/10/2016

Key Details

Sold Price $1,325,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,980 sqft

Price per Sqft $221

Subdivision University City

MLS Listing ID 1000026442

Sold Date 08/10/16

Style Other

Bedrooms 7

Full Baths 7

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 5,980

Originating Board TREND

Year Built 1866

Annual Tax Amount $8,122

Tax Year 2016

Lot Size 8,075 Sqft

Acres 0.19

Lot Dimensions 48X170

Property Description

One of the grandest properties in the City, with 11' ceilings, most gracious rooms, pristine condition, and plentiful landscaped grounds (47.5'x170' lot). This important Second Empire Italianate Villa is just Majestic. Built by the Clarks (of Clark Park fame), it offers astounding character throughout. On a beautiful Spruce Hill block lined with towering, mature trees, the 6,000 square foot Clark House offers so many options for how to use the space. It is currently run as 5 extended-stay apartments plus a beautiful owner's residence. All of the units are corner units! You could continue with the current business (or expand it to a lucrative Airbnb model--it is the perfect set-up) or use as a multi-unit. Enjoy as an owner occupant and as an investor. The owner's unit is a spacious 1 bedroom plus den and finished lower level with spectacular finishes and outdoor space. Use as-is or expand it to create a larger personal residence in the Penn Alexander School CATCHMENT. And rent the remainder. Of course this property could be a glorious mansion as well. Use as is or create different spaces to fit your personal living and investment needs. Come and see what works for you. Of course, you will want to leave the amazing details intact. Original floors, moldings, and trim throughout. And in the owner's space, common hallways, and exterior, just a special level of character. Also, a pride of ownership you will not find anywhere. These owners have worked with the finest, most experienced contractors and craftsmen over the years to continually maintain, update, and improve this true trophy property. High Velocity Central Air. Weil McLain Ultra High-Efficiency Furnace. Circulation pump for instant hot water throughout. Energy efficient, Pella architectural windows. All windows with superb sound attenuation. Ample storage. And all this in the most central and walkable location in University City. 94 Walk Score & 99 Bike Score. Less than 1 block to the Penn Alexander School. Just several blocks to Clark Park, awesome Farmers' Market, Clarkville, Honest Tom's, Local 44 and the Bottle Shop, Green Line Cafes, CVS, supermarkets, so many coffee shops, and the entire 40th & Walnut shopping area. Close to HUP, CHOP, Penn, Drexel, Univ. of Sciences. 10 minutes to Center City by car or bike; great SEPTA options. Note--Possible GARAGE PARKING 1 block away. All furniture (TVs in every unit), linens, and supplies in rental units included. Contact agent for details.

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19104 (19104)

Zoning RTA1

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other

Basement Full

Interior

Interior Features Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Water Treat System, 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Gas, Hot Water, Radiator, Zoned, Energy Star Heating System

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Equipment Oven - Double

Fireplace Y

Window Features Energy Efficient,Replacement

Appliance Oven - Double

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Basement

Exterior

Exterior Feature Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)

Water Access N

Accessibility None

Porch Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)

Garage N

Building

Lot Description Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Story 3+

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Other

Level or Stories 3+

Additional Building Above Grade

Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

Elementary Schools Penn Alexander School

School District The School District Of Philadelphia

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 881610200

Ownership Fee Simple

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Listed by Jeffrey Block • BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Bought with Lily L Wu • BHHS Fox & Roach-Bryn Mawr

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