# 540 E PENN Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 > **TL;DR:** 7bd/4ba townhouse, $324,900 ($144/sqft), built 1900, 2,256 sqft. Est. $1,738/mo. Listed 109 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $324,900 | | Price/sqft | $144 | | Bedrooms | 7 | | Bathrooms | 4 full | | Square Feet | 2,256 | | Year Built | 1900 | | Lot Size | 1,128 sqft (0.03 acres) | | Stories | 3 | | Property Type | Townhouse (Townhouse) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 109 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,643 | | Estimated Insurance | $95 | | **Total** | **$1,738** | ## Property Highlights - Built in 1900 - 0.03 acre lot - 3 stories ## Description ### Agent Description 540 E. Penn Street | Exceptional Investment Opportunity Welcome to 540 E. Penn Street, a spacious 7-bedroom, 4-bathroom property offering an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking immediate rental income. Located in the desirable East Germantown neighborhood, this expansive home was renovated in 2025 and is currently tenant occupied, allowing the new owner to begin collecting rental income from day one. The property is equipped with a refrigerator, range, and microwave, making it a truly turnkey investment. With generous living space and modern updates, this home is well-positioned to continue attracting long-term tenants. Offered As-Is, this property may be purchased individually or as part of a three-property, rent-ready investment portfolio, making it an excellent addition for both seasoned and first-time investors. Don't miss the opportunity to own a cash-flowing asset in one of Philadelphia's growing neighborhoods. ## Location - **Address:** 540 E PENN Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 - **County:** PHILADELPHIA - **Neighborhood:** GERMANTOWN (EAST) - **Coordinates:** 40.03873825, -75.16121674 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=40.03873825,-75.16121674 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Benjamin R Cathey · **License:** RS331448 - **Brokerage:** Realty Mark - **Broker Phone:** (215) 376-4444 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/540-E-Penn-St_Philadelphia_PA_19144_M33506-98908?f=listhub&s=TRENDPA&m=PAPH2646368&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f4199481831r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f1245237236r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2529048294r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f4129976593r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f3367231658r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f1385642397r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f1603756103r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2195670236r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f3423091083r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2797381286r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2975134952r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2959999262r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f3910990408r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2416095322r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f2296596525r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f3937840013r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f3307863216r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f1095593696r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f3309151496r.jpg) ![540 E PENN Street - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/0908868bc11ac3bd25f23c011d7ac705l-f857645760r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** PAPH2646368 | **Updated:** 2026-10-24 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/540-e-penn-street-philadelphia-pa-19144-e66bb9997b124f2e8ec757392aed640c) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/540-e-penn-street-philadelphia-pa-19144-e66bb9997b124f2e8ec757392aed640c#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/540-e-penn-street-philadelphia-pa-19144-e66bb9997b124f2e8ec757392aed640c", "name": "540 E PENN Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144", "description": "540 E. Penn Street | Exceptional Investment Opportunity Welcome to 540 E. Penn Street, a spacious 7-bedroom, 4-bathroom property offering an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking immediate rental income. 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