424 Highland Avenue, Chester, PA 19013-2239 $127,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,324
Acreage: 0.05
Age:105 years
Taxes: $857
Design/Type:
Interior Row/Townhouse
Description
Discover an exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Chester with this rare side-by-side package: a nearly completed legal duplex at 424 Highland Ave and a full shell at 426 Highland Ave. With generous lot sizes, flexible floor plans, and strong rental potential, this package is ideal for both seasoned investors and value-driven buyers ready to build equity. 424 Highland Ave — Legal Duplex with Major Progress Completed This property features two separate one-bedroom/one-bath units, each with separate utilities. The heavy lifting has already been done: updated electrical, significant new plumbing, and a functional layout ready for finishing touches. Unit 1 includes a spacious living room, kitchen, bedroom, and a newly upgraded luxury bathroom, along with an exit to a deep backyard that extends further than expected. Unit 2 offers a front bedroom, central living room, full bathroom, rear kitchen with washer/dryer hookup, and a fire-escape exit leading to the expansive backyard. The layout also provides the potential to reconfigure the floor plan and convert Unit 2 into a two-bedroom unit—creating even stronger rental value. With heat and finishing work added, projected rental rates based on area rents are approximately $950–$1,200 for a 1-bedroom and $1,200–$1,400 for a 2-bedroom, offering solid cash-flow potential and an estimated gross of up to $24,000 annually for the duplex. 426 Highland Ave — Full Shell Ready for Vision Perfect for investors seeking a meaningful value-add project, this property currently has no floors and requires a full rehabilitation. Consider transforming it into a three-bedroom single-family rental with projected rents of $1,400–$1,800, or convert it into a one-bedroom/one-bath duplex with rents of $950–$1,200 per unit based on area market data. The large lot provides versatility for future design and use. Income Potential & Location At optimal use, both properties combined can generate an estimated $48,000 per year. The location is incredibly convenient—just half a mile from Subaru Park, approximately two miles to Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino & Racetrack, and moments from I-95 for easy access to Delaware, Philadelphia, the airport, and even New York City. Whether you’re building your portfolio or searching for your next redevelopment project, this package offers unmatched potential. Schedule your showing today and explore everything these Highland Avenue properties can become.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Oil, Central A/C, None, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer
Garage/Parking
Off Street
Interior
Full Basement
Exterior
Brick/Mortar Foundation, Brick Exterior
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Public Elementary (22 schools)
Public Middle (7 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School | Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School | K–12 | Chester | 0.54 mi |
| Toby Farms Intermediate School | Chester-Upland School District | 4–8 | Chester | 1.75 mi |
| Northley Middle School | Penn-Delco School District | 6–8 | Aston | 2.13 mi |
| Chichester Middle School | Chichester School District | 5–8 | Boothwyn | 2.24 mi |
| Talley Middle School | Brandywine School District | 6–8 | Wilmington | 4.3 mi |
| Strath Haven Middle School | Wallingford-Swarthmore School District | 6–8 | Wallingford | 4.46 mi |
| Ridley Middle School | Ridley School District | 6–8 | Ridley Park | 4.57 mi |
Public High (7 schools)
| School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School | Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School | K–12 | Chester | 0.54 mi |
| STEM at Showalter | Chester-Upland School District | 7–12 | Chester | 1.28 mi |
| Chester High School | Chester-Upland School District | 9–12 | Chester | 1.81 mi |
| Sun Valley High School | Penn-Delco School District | 9–12 | Aston | 2.18 mi |
| Chichester Senior High School | Chichester School District | 9–12 | Boothwyn | 2.51 mi |
| Strath Haven High School | Wallingford-Swarthmore School District | 9–12 | Wallingford | 4.4 mi |
| Delaware County Technical High School-As | Delaware County Technical High School | 9–12 | Aston | 4.7 mi |
Private (18 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Chester (19013), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 23
- Average salary of people in this community: $31,970
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 6,140
- Household Size (ppl): 2.57
- Households w/ Children: 68%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 4,316 (29.0%)
- Rented: 7,900 (53.1%)
- Vacant: 2,663 (17.9%)
- Total: 14,879
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 5.1%
- Some High School: 11.7%
- High School Graduate: 47.7%
- Some College: 17.4%
- Associate Degree: 6.1%
- Bachelor's Degree: 8.9%
- Graduate Degree: 3.1%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $32,345
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $761
- One Bedroom: $664
- Two Bedroom: $869
- Three Bedroom: $972
- Four Bedroom: $959
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