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2128 Shields St, Philadelphia, PA 19142

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$125,000

3 beds

Estimated Payment

$ 649 /mo. †

6.76% APR for 30 yrs.
$0 in taxes
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**Investor Special - 2128 S Shields St, Philadelphia, PA 19142** Opportunity knocks for savvy investors! This **as-is, where-is** property, currently utilized as a rooming house, offers tremendous potential for the right buyer. Tenant-occupied and ready for transformation, this property will be delivered **vacant** at settlement. Located on a quiet street in the Elmwood Park neighborhood, this home is ideal for a full renovation or conversion to suit your investment goals. **Drive-by showings only** - please respect the tenants and do not disturb. Whether you're looking to flip, hold as a rental, or explore other possibilities, this property is priced to sell and presents an excellent value for an investor ready to capitalize on the potential.
MLS# PAPH2421022

Listed By CENTURY 21 Advantage Gold

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  • Principle and Interest
    $649
  • Property Taxes
    $0
  • Hazard Insurance
    $0
  • Private Mortgage Insurance
    $0
  • HOA Dues
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  • Total Monthly Payment:
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Schools

Joseph W. Catharine School

Grades KG-5 Public School

Philadelphia, PA 19142 0.3 miles
6600 chester ave

458 total students
12:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: C+

School Details

John Bartram High School

Grades 9-12 Public School

Philadelphia, PA 19142 0.3 miles
2401 s 67th st

454 total students
13:1 Student teacher ratio

School Rating: D

School Details
Other Nearby Schools Distance Type Grades School Rating
William T. Tilden Middle School 0.3 miles Public 5-8 D
Greater Hope Christian Academy 0.4 miles Private PK-12
Legacy Christian Academy 0.5 miles Private KG-7
Thomas G. Morton School 0.5 miles Public KG-5 C+
Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School 0.5 miles Public KG-8 C-
St Barnabas Ims School 0.5 miles Private KG-8
St Barnabas Catholic School Ims 0.5 miles Private KG-8
John M. Patterson Elementary School 0.6 miles Public KG-4 D-
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School 0.7 miles Public PK-6 C-
Bell Avenue Elementary School 0.8 miles Public KG-6 C-
Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School 1 miles Public 5-9 C-
Independence Charter School West 1 miles Public KG-8 C-
Mitchell Elementary School 1.1 miles Public KG-8 D
Penn Wood Middle School 1.1 miles Public 7-8 D+
W.c. Longstreth Elementary School 1.1 miles Public KG-8 C-
W.b. Evans Elementary School 1.2 miles Public KG-6 B-
Colwyn Elementary School 1.2 miles Public KG-6 C+
Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs 1.2 miles Private KG-12

William T. Tilden Middle School

Distance: 0.3 miles

Type Public

Grades: 5-8

D

Greater Hope Christian Academy

Distance: 0.4 miles

Type Private

Grades: PK-12

Legacy Christian Academy

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-7

Thomas G. Morton School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-5

C+

Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

C-

St Barnabas Ims School

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

St Barnabas Catholic School Ims

Distance: 0.5 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-8

John M. Patterson Elementary School

Distance: 0.6 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-4

D-

Philadelphia Montessori Charter School

Distance: 0.7 miles

Type Public

Grades: PK-6

C-

Bell Avenue Elementary School

Distance: 0.8 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-6

C-

Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 5-9

C-

Independence Charter School West

Distance: 1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

C-

Mitchell Elementary School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

D

Penn Wood Middle School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: 7-8

D+

W.c. Longstreth Elementary School

Distance: 1.1 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-8

C-

W.b. Evans Elementary School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-6

B-

Colwyn Elementary School

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Public

Grades: KG-6

C+

Little Footsteps Islam Ins Lfs

Distance: 1.2 miles

Type Private

Grades: KG-12

School information does not guarantee enrollment. School service boundaries are provided as a reference only, may change, and are not guaranteed to be accurate. Contact the school district directly to verify school enrollment eligibility.

Local area information for Philadelphia, PA 19142

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Philadelphia, PA 19142

This community’s employment is highest in the education and administrative support industries. The area’s overall household expenses are below the national average.

87° July
Hottest Average Month
26° January
Coldest Average Month
9,984 Total Households in Area
-4% Increase in population since the year 2010
37%
of households
have children
39 minutes
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

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Demographic facts
for Philadelphia, PA 19142

Philadelphia, PA 19142 has a population of 28,959 people in 9,984 households with a median age of 34.4 years old.

-4%
Decrease in population
since the year 2010
Population is Trending down
10,511
Total households as of 2010
1.3%
projected percent change in total
households in 5 years

Community Population By Age

The median age for this area is 34.4 years old. The smallest percentage group is 25-34 years and the largest percentage is the 85+ years age range.

Community Population By Ethnicity

Black 78%
Asian 10%
White 5%
Hispanic 5%
Other 3%
Native American <1%
The most prevalent ethnicity is Black at 78%, followed by Asian at 10%, White at 5%, and Hispanic at 5%.

Economics
for Philadelphia, PA 19142

17,026 /sq mi
Population Density
$42,474 /yr
Median Household Income
$125,000
Median Sales Price
39 min
Median Commute Time

Household Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures by category compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)

Household by Income

Out of the households in this area, the largest income group is Under $15k representing 19.03% of the households.

Transportation to Work

  • Drive 61%
  • Public Transit 34%
  • Walk or Bike 3%
  • Work from Home 3%

Occupancy by Type

Rented 5,219 46%
Owned 4,765 42%
Vacant 1,249 11%

White vs Blue Collar Jobs







White Collar 70%
Blue Collar 30%

Family & Education Facts
for Philadelphia, PA 19142

34.4 Median Age

Average Household Size

2.9
persons per
household

19.7%

Married Households

Community Population By Education

High School Graduate 39%
Some College 23%
Some High School 15%
Associates Degree 10%
Bachelors Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 3%
Of the total people surveyed, the most prevalent educational attainment level is High School Graduate, representing 38.53% of the population.

Household Family Expenses vs National Average

This location’s average annual expenditures compared to the national average. Index score (100=National Average)
37% of households have children

Weather
for Philadelphia, PA 19142

The weather for this area ranges from a high of 87° F in July to a low of 26° F in January

87° July
Hottest Average Month
26° January
Coldest Average Month

Average Temperature by Month

Low (°F)
High (°F)
Jan
26°
40°
Feb
27°
43°
Mar
34°
52°
Apr
44°
64°
May
54°
74°
Jun
63°
83°
Jul
68°
87°
Aug
67°
85°
Sep
60°
78°
Oct
48°
68°
Nov
39°
55°
Dec
30°
44°

Average Temperature in Degrees Fahrenheit

Precipitation

Precipitation (inch)

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† Based on a 30-year fixed rate of 3.38% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Interest rates are also subject to credit and property approval based on secondary market guidelines. The rates shown are based on average rates for our best qualified customers. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.

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