Description

We just identified a high-leverage “Value-Add” or “Buy & Hold” opportunity in Hunting Park (19140)! 4246 N Bodine St is a 1,076 sqft interior rowhome that just hit the market. Listed as an “Investor Special,” this property offers a “Straight-Thru” layout and a private fenced yard on a block that shows clear pride of ownership. With a sub-$100k price tag, this is a prime target for a high-yield rental or an entry-level flip.

We have 4246 N Bodine St—a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rowhome built in 1935. The property is currently livable with functional electric and gas utilities, making it an excellent candidate for a “live-in” renovation or an immediate rental project. Specs: 3 BR / 1 BA | 1,076 SQFT | Year Built: 1935 | Zoning: RM1 | Status: Active Under Contract (As of March 21, 2026).

💰 The Money: Current List Price: $80,000 (Just Listed March 20, 2026) Target Rent: $1,350 – $1,550/mo (High demand for 3-beds in 19140) Est. Rehab: $35,000 – $55,000 (Cosmetic overhaul + ceiling repairs) Asking Price: $80,000 ($74/sqft)

📊 ARV SUMMARY & MATH ARV (Conservative): $155,000 (Matches nearby standard 3-bed row sales) ARV (Realistic/Selected): $185,000 (Based on recently renovated sales in the immediate area) ARV (Aggressive): $210,000+ (If modernized to “Premium Rental” standards with high-end finishes) Market Context: Hunting Park is a stable rental corridor. You are buying 1,000+ sqft at ~$74/sqft, while renovated stock is moving at $160+/sqft.

🚀 Why this deal?

Livable “As-Is”: Unlike a full shell, this property is currently livable with working heat and hot water. This significantly reduces your holding costs and allows for a phased renovation.
Mechanical Baseline: The roof was replaced ~10 years ago and silver-coated in 2022. Major plumbing leaks have already been addressed, leaving primarily cosmetic and ceiling work.
RM1 Zoning: The RM1 (Residential Multi-Family) zoning provides long-term flexibility that standard RSA5 rows don’t always offer.