1520 N 17Th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121-4209 $750,000

Interior Sq. Ft: 2,958
Acreage: 0.05
Age:110 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Temple University
Design/Type:
Interior Row/Townhouse
Description
1520 North 17th Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, historically significant student housing asset in the heart of Temple University’s thriving off-campus rental market. Just steps from Temple’s Main Campus, this fully occupied 10-bedroom, 4-bathroom (plus 2 half-bath) property spans nearly 3,000 square feet and is ideally configured for student group living. Designed by the legendary architect Willis G. Hale in 1888 and listed on the Philadelphia Historic Registry, this three-story home offers architectural character rarely found in the student housing sector, combined with large interior living spaces, modern amenities, and entertainment-ready common areas, including a backyard and basement bar. With in-unit laundry, large communal areas, and a strong rental history, it caters directly to Temple’s large student population, 81% of whom seek housing off-campus after their freshman year. Its prime location in a high-demand, low-vacancy student submarket ensures long-term income stability. The surrounding North Philadelphia neighborhood continues to see revitalization and demand growth, supported by excellent transit access and proximity to downtown Philadelphia. This investment offers a blend of historical cachet, operational upside, and stable tenant demand, making 1520 North 17th Street a compelling acquisition for investors focused on student housing or value-driven urban rentals.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Natural Gas, None, None, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Septic, Public Sewer
Garage/Parking
None
Interior
Unfinished Basement
Exterior
Brick/Mortar Foundation, Masonry
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Public Elementary (155 schools)
Public Middle (29 schools)
Public High (69 schools)
Private (121 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19121), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 32
- Average salary of people in this community: $31,826
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 13,816
- Household Size (ppl): 2.52
- Households w/ Children: 57%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 3,933 (23.9%)
- Rented: 8,475 (51.6%)
- Vacant: 4,024 (24.5%)
- Total: 16,432
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 3.6%
- Some High School: 18.0%
- High School Graduate: 36.6%
- Some College: 21.7%
- Associate Degree: 4.5%
- Bachelor's Degree: 8.9%
- Graduate Degree: 6.8%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $21,201
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $631
- One Bedroom: $705
- Two Bedroom: $840
- Three Bedroom: $929
- Four Bedroom: $1,622
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Listing Courtesy of: TCS Management, LLC , (215) 383-1439, info@tcsmgt.com
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