About 885 N 48th St
Investor Special in West Philly! Bring your vision to this spacious 1500+sq ft, 4-bedroom, 1-bath home located on 885 N 48th Street. Conveniently located near major highways, including I-76 and Route 1, this property offers easy access to Center City and surrounding suburbs. Enjoy proximity to 46th Street Station, local bus routes, and nearby green spaces like 48th & Woodland Playground and Mill Creek Recreation Center. Just minutes from University City, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, and Saint Joseph’s University, this location provides both accessibility and opportunity in a growing West Philadelphia neighborhood, this property holds strong potential for a future rental, flip, or long-term investment once restored. The owner began framing the 2nd floor during Covid, but overall the property is a shell and offers a blank canvas for a complete renovation or redevelopment project. Please Note: The property is boarded up — bring a drill and flashlight for access and viewing. Sold as-is, where-is. Buyer is responsible for U&O.
Features of 885 N 48th St
| MLS® # | PAPH2545186 |
|---|---|
| Price | $65,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,546 |
| Acres | 0.03 |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Interior Row/Townhouse |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
Community Information
| Address | 885 N 48th St |
|---|---|
| Area | 19139 |
| Subdivision | NONE AVAILABLE |
| City | PHILADELPHIA |
| County | PHILADELPHIA-PA |
| State | PA |
| Zip Code | 19139 |
| Senior Community | N |
Amenities
| Parking Type | On Street |
|---|---|
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Pool Type | No Pool |
Interior
| Heating | Forced Air |
|---|---|
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | 2 Story |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full |
| Central Air | N |
Exterior
| Style | Colonial |
|---|---|
| New Construction | N |
| Foundation | Other |
School Information
| District | THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA |
|---|
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 6th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 5 |
| Zoning | RSA5 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | United Real Estate |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | (484) 367-7727 |