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$279,000

1236 Van Kirk St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
1,530
Square Feet
0.03
Lot Size (acres)
1920
Year Built
3
Days On Market

Property features two separate units, making it an excellent option for both investors and owner-occupants. The first-floor unit offers 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, highlighted by a beautifully remodeled kitchen and off street parking on the back. The second-floor unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, providing a comfortable and functional living space. Both units are currently vacant but property has an active rental license. The property has been recently painted and is in clean, move-in-ready condition. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, this duplex offers great flexibility and potential.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
1 days ago
Listed By
Ilya Vorobey, 2677678293 · Elite Realty Group Unl. Inc., 2153284800
MLS#
PAPH2687712
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1236 Van Kirk St, Philadelphia, PA 19149
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Zip Code
19149

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Year Built
1920
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
1,530 sq. ft.
Foundation
Stone
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Driveway, On Street

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Cooling
Electric, Wall Unit(s)
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard

Property Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,530 sq. ft.
Total
1,530 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$279,000
Annual Taxes
$2,869

Schools

74/100
Franklin Benjamin School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
990
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
60% Black · 25% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3760
73/100
Northwood Academy Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
785
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
67% Black · 22% Hispanic / Latino · 6% White
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 289-5606
73/100
Mastery Cs-Smedley Campus
Elementary · Grades KG–06 · 1.2 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
776
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
62% Black · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 537-2525
55/100
Universal Creighton Charter School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
731
Student body
39% Hispanic / Latino · 38% Black · 20% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
64%
Phone
(215) 537-2531
52/100
Allen Ethan School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
830
Student body
48% Hispanic / Latino · 27% Black · 11% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3270
51/100
Frankford High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
923
Student body
52% Black · 33% Hispanic / Latino · 9% White
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7200
51/100
Moore J Hampton School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.1 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
1,168
Student body
34% Black · 27% Hispanic / Latino · 18% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3180
51/100
Solis-Cohen Solomon School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
1,199
Student body
35% Hispanic / Latino · 24% Asian · 21% Black
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-3250

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/04/2026Listed for sale$279,000

Listed by Ilya Vorobey · Elite Realty Group Unl. Inc. · 2153284800

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 5, 2026 at 6:56 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2687712

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