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812 S St Bernard St

Philadelphia PA 19143

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2304 sq. ft.
2092 sq. ft.
Duplex
Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Pristine duplex on a quiet University City block lined with mature trees and late 19th century twin homes. Perfect for an owner occupant looking to offset expenses with additional income or an investor; this twin home offers a spacious bi-level 3 bedroom, 2 bath with rear deck and yard and covered front porch; plus a bright 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. 2026Fully separated electric and gas with separate heat boilers for each unit. The property grosses $50,000+/year (with 4% annual increases) and includes a private entrance for each unit, newer replacement windows throughout, a shared basement with two washers and two dryers plus tons of storage (excellent storage throughout). Three exposures and large windows for maximum light. The larger bi-level offers high ceilings throughout, a spacious living room with decorative mantel and ceiling fan, huge windows, and large separate dining room, 3 very bright and spacious bedrooms, all with loads of windows and great closets. Updated kitchen and baths. Hardwood floors downstairs and fresh carpeting on the bedroom floor. Private vestibule with original woodwork. Front porch plus a rear deck and rear yard! The 3rd floor 1 bedroom includes a modern spacious, light-filled kitchen with breakfast counter; south facing living room with three large windows; very large, bright bedroom with walk-in closet; a tile bath; and even more closet space. Coat closet. Storage attic. Finished basement for storage, washer and dryer (two sets) and the separated mechanicals. Half bath. This duplex offers great space in an awesome location—with a 93 WalkScore, it is a short walk to Clark Park and its fabulous Farmers' market, Cedar Park, University City Swim Club, ReAnimator Coffee, Knock Box Café, Mariposa Food Co-op, Bookers, Carbon Copy, Gold Standard, Vietnam Cafe, Vientiane, Loco Pez, Doro Bet, Gojjo, Cleo Bagels, and all of Baltimore Avenue's Restaurant Row, as well as other restaurants, shops & cafes. Close to HUP, CHOP, Penn, Drexel, Penn Vet, and 13 minutes to Center City by car or bike and plenty of convenient SEPTA options. Awesome home, block, and location. NOTES—Legal duplex with active rental license for two units. Also, brand new main roof (2026) and preventative maintenance/coating/sealing on other roofs. All roofs offer a transferable warranty. NOTE—The tenants of the “owner’s unit” are leaving on 6/30/2026, so unit can be left open for an owner occupied or can be readily re-rented for an investor.

Features

4 bedrooms
2304 sq. ft. floor area
2092 sq. ft. lot size
Duplex

Property history for 812 S St Bernard St

2020
Sold
$527,000
22 Sep 2020 by Jeffrey Block, of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
2018
Sold
$447,500
26 Apr 2018 by Jared Gruber, of JG Real Estate, LLC

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