4947 Catharine St
Description
This quirky post-Victorian triplex in the Cedar Park section of West Philly’s University City contains 3 very large apartments (one 1 BR; one 1-2 BRs; one 3BRs) and has retained original details while it’s been upgraded and renovated over the years. Any of the apartments could be...Buying a triplex and living in one of your apartments is a great way for a first-time buyer to get into the real estate market, have a great place to live, AND use the other tenants’ rent payments to help pay the mortgage!
This quirky post-Victorian triplex in the Cedar Park section of West Philly’s University City contains 3 very large apartments (one 1 BR; one 1-2 BRs; one 3BRs) and has retained original details while it’s been upgraded and renovated over the years. Any of the apartments could be a great living space for an owner-occupant - perhaps especially the 3rd floor apartment, which also includes finished study or living room space in the 4th floor attic. The building’s south-facing sunny location overlooking the green space of Cedar Park is very convenient to Baltimore Ave., West Philly’s “main street” with eclectic shops, restaurants and bars. Or catch the #34 trolley (recently renamed “T-2”) on Baltimore Ave. and be in the heart of center city in 15 minutes, stopping at UPenn, Drexel U and the 30th St. Station transportation hub along the way. The property’s current annual gross income is $56,400, with a Gross Rent Multiplier of 10.62.
Listing Agent
![Melani Lamond]()
melani.lamond@compass.comP: (215)-356-7266
Property Details for 4947 Catharine Street
Property Details for 4947 Catharine Street
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | PAPH2468722 |
| Days on Market | 37 |
| Taxes | $5,420 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Multi Family |
| MLS Type | Multi-Family / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.05 AC / 2,200 SF |
| County | Philadelphia County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Location
Virtual Tour
Building Information for 4947 Catharine Street
Payment Calculator
$3,590 per month
30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest
$3,138
$452
$0
Property Information for 4947 Catharine Street
- School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- School District County ID: 300200397108
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- MLS Area: 19143 (19143)
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Type of Condo
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Assessed Value: $387,200
- Year Assessed: 2025
- County Tax: $0
- Improvement Assessed Value: $309,800
- City Town Tax: $2,384
- Land Assessed Value: $77,400
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: N60
- Historic: No
- Zoning: RSA3
- Tax Lot: 112
- School Tax: $3,035
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- Owner Pays: Heat, Gas, Management, Water, Sewer
- Single Room Units Count: 0
- One Bedroom Units Count: 1
- Two Bedroom Units Count: 2
- Three Bedroom Units Count: 1
- Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 3
- Units Furnished: None
- Units Leased Count: 3
- Number Of Units Vacant: 0
- Rent Control: No
- Type: Unit 1
- Unit Type Occupied YN: Yes
- Level: 1
- Beds Total: 2
- Half Baths Count: 0
- Full Baths Count: 1
- Unit Type Features: On 8/31/2025, lease will go M to M w/60 days' notice - unless it is terminated earlier by notice on or before 6/30/2025
- Total Rooms: 5
- Type: Unit 2
- Unit Type Occupied YN: Yes
- Level: 2
- Beds Total: 1
- Half Baths Count: 0
- Full Baths Count: 1
- Unit Type Features: On 8/31/2025, lease will go M to M w/60 days' notice - unless it is terminated earlier by notice on or before 6/30/2025
- Total Rooms: 3
- Type: Unit 3
- Unit Type Occupied YN: Yes
- Level: 3
- Unit Type Lease Type: Yearly
- Beds Total: 3
- Half Baths Count: 0
- Full Baths Count: 1
- Unit Type Features: Bilevel apt w/ finished 4th fl attic LR/loft space. 3 BRs on 3rd fl.
- Total Rooms: 5
- Gross Income: $56,400
- Annual Rental Income: $56,400
- Existing Lease Type: Yearly, Month to Month
- Building Units Total: 3
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,081.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,352.00
- Total SQFT: 3,081.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Masonry
- Basement Type: Full, Rear Entrance, Unfinished
- Foundation Details: Stone
- # Bathrooms Full: 0
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 20.00 x 110.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
- Location Type: Urban
- Parcel ID: 1216879
- Type Of Parking: On Street
- Fireplace: No
- Accessibility Features: None
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es)
- Pool: No Pool
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
Property History for 4947 Catharine Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2468722 | — | |
| Jun 4, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2468722 | $599,000 | — |
| Mar 20, 2006 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240318304 | $250,000 | — |
| Feb 28, 2006 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH235566 | $250,000 | — |
| Jan 26, 2006 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH235566 | — | |
| Oct 29, 2005 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000538673 | $279,000 | — |
| Oct 27, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH235566 | $269,888 | — |
| May 9, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000538673 | $295,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH2468722 | — |
| 06/04/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2468722 | $599,000 |
| 03/20/2006 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #240318304 | $250,000 |
| 02/28/2006 | Closed BRIGHT #PAPH235566 | $250,000 |
| 01/26/2006 | Pending BRIGHT #PAPH235566 | — |
| 10/29/2005 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1000538673 | $279,000 |
| 10/27/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH235566 | $269,888 |
| 05/09/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000538673 | $295,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 4947 Catharine Street
Schools near 4947 Catharine Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harrington Avery D School PublicK to 8 | ||
Sayre William L Middle School Public9 to 12 | ||
Widener Memorial School PublicK to 12 | ||
Middle Years Alternative School Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
Neighborhood Map and Transit
Similar Homes
Similar Sold Homes
Homes for Sale near University City
No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: BRIGHT, Greater LeHigh Valley Regional MLS, Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS® and Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS®. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by BRIGHT, Greater LeHigh Valley Regional MLS, Greator Scranton Board of REALTORS® and Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS® is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.