229 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19106 $ 1,099,999
Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 3,493 Monthly Estimate*
$ 6,946
for $1,099,999 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 3,493 square foot townhouse was built in 1850 on a lot size of 0.04.
Exceptional INCOME-PRODUCING multi-family opportunity in the heart of historic OLD CITY. This BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED FOUR-STORY DUPLEX features two spacious residences under one roof and generates over $80,000 in annual rental income, making it an outstanding investment or future owner-occupant opportunity. Rich in historic character, the property showcases exposed brick walls, wide-plank hardwood floors, restored original details, decorative fireplaces, custom tile work, soaring 11-foot ceilings on the second floor, and updated kitchens and baths throughout. The first-floor bi-level residence offers approximately 2,000 square feet with a spacious open living area, custom kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, one bedroom and full bath on the main level, a fully finished lower level with additional flex space ideal for a bedroom, office, gym or recreation room, laundry, abundant storage, and a private rear patio. The upper residence spans the second through fourth floors and features an OPEN LOFT-STYLE LAYOUT with hardwood floors, wood plank ceilings, a large eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms plus a flexible loft space, one full and a half bath, in-unit laundry, central air, generous closet space, and its own private fenced patio. Located in the heart of Old City. This location offers easy access to I-95, I-676, Route 76, Center City, Penn's Landing, Race Street Pier, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Jefferson, Cooper, and Pennsylvania Hospitals, acclaimed restaurants, boutiques, galleries, coffee shops, neighborhood markets, and Philadelphia's most iconic historic landmarks. A rare opportunity to own a TURNKEY INVESTMENT property in one of the city's most desirable and consistently high-demand neighborhoods.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 3493
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Settlement
Zoning CMX3
Patio/Porch Features Balcony Breezeway Patio(s) Porch(es)
Architectural Style Other
Construction Materials Masonry
School District PHILADELPHIA CITY
Exclusions Tenants belongings
Year Built 1850
Levels 4
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Municipality PHILADELPHIA
Accessibility None
County PHILADELPHIA
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Subdivision Name OLD CITY
Garage Y/N N
Water Access Y/N N
Other Structures Above Grade Below Grade
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions Use GPS
City PHILADELPHIA
Senior Community Y/N N
MLS Area 19106 (19106)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 1634.00
Tax Annual Amount 22228.0
Structure Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N N
Bathrooms Full Main Level 2
Bathrooms Count Main Level 3.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 354.27
Acceptable Financing Cash Conventional
Vacation Rental Y/N N
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Tax Lot 169
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InteriorInterior Amenities 2nd Kitchen Breakfast Area Built-Ins Ceiling Fan(s) Combination Dining/Living Combination Kitchen/Dining Combination Kitchen/Living Dining Area Entry Level Bedroom Exposed Beams Floor Plan - Open Flo
Heating Fuel Natural Gas
Basement Full Fully Finished
Total Fireplaces 1
Hot Water Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N) Y
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 3105
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Y
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 388
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Laundry Type Dryer In Unit Has Laundry Hookup Washer In Unit
Below Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Bump-outs Exterior Lighting Sidewalks Street Lights
Pool No Pool
Water Source Public
Type of Parking None
Foundation Details Other
Water View Y/N N
Lot Dimensions 19.00 x 86.00
Lot Size Acres 0.04
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N N
Land Assessed Value 317600.00
Navigable Water Y/N N
Water Oriented Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByMaxwell Realty CompanyBroker
nancyalperin@maxwellrealty.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $6,946
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $1,852
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% 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. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 8/27/2026 | $1,099,999 | -6.38% | Price Down |
| 7/22/2026 | $1,175,000 | -6.00% | Price Down |
| 7/8/2026 | $1,250,000 | | Listed Price |