Top 10 Philadelphia Zillow Investment Listings Ranked by Cash-on-Cash Return
Ten Philadelphia rental listings from Zillow ranked by cash-on-cash return. North and West Philly sub-$100K deals with Realy metrics and investor notes.
These ten listings were pulled from Philadelphia Zillow markets (19132, 19133, 19124, 19140, 19134, 19121, 19145) and ranked by cash-on-cash return (CoC) using Realy’s Chrome extension, sorted by highest CoC first.
All ten listings show positive CoC under lean assumptions. North and West Philly sub-$100K townhomes and SFRs dominate, with several foreclosures and large Zestimate gaps. This is one of the strongest city screens in the Realy dataset.
This is a screening list, not a buy list.
Calculation Assumptions Used
| Input | Setting |
|---|---|
| Down payment | 20% · Closing 1% · Rate 6.5% · 30Y fixed |
| Property taxes | 2% of sale value |
| Insurance, vacancy, maintenance, HOA | $0 (add your quotes) |
| Rent | Zillow Rent Zestimate |
See cash-on-cash formula and NOI guide.
At-a-Glance Ranking
| # | Address | Price | Beds/Baths | CoC | Cap Rate | Mo. CF | Rent/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2323 N 18th St | $50,000 | 3 / 3 | 168.8% | 41.5% | $1,477 | $1,813 |
| 2 | 2745 N Hope St | $45,000 | 2 / 1 | 133.0% | 34.0% | $1,047 | $1,350 |
| 3 | 1717 Harrison St | $99,999 | 7 / 5 | 111.6% | 29.5% | $1,954 | $2,626 |
| 4 | 3442 N Sydenham St | $60,000 | 3 / 1 | 103.6% | 27.8% | $1,088 | $1,491 |
| 5 | 3228 W York St | $65,000 | 3 / 2 | 103.4% | 27.8% | $1,176 | $1,613 |
| 6 | 3156 Weikel St | $62,500 | 2 / 1 | 99.7% | 27.0% | $1,091 | $1,511 |
| 7 | 2431 N 19th St | $89,000 | 5 / 3 | 97.4% | 26.5% | $1,517 | $2,115 |
| 8 | 2530 W York St | $65,000 | 3 / 1 | 91.2% | 25.2% | $1,037 | $1,474 |
| 9 | 2006 N 29th St | $89,500 | 3 / 1 | 80.0% | 22.9% | $1,253 | $1,855 |
| 10 | 2204 S Bonsall St | $80,000 | 3 / 1 | 79.9% | 22.9% | $1,119 | $1,657 |
#1: 2323 N 18th St, Philadelphia PA 19132
Townhouse · 3 bed / 3 bath · 1,558 sqft · $50,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 168.8% |
| Cap rate | 41.5% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,477 |
| Total cash down | $10,500 |
Why it ranks #1: $50K townhouse with $1,813/mo rent. Zestimate ~$158K vs. list.
Investor notes: 6 days on Zillow. Tax assessed $53,600. Large Zestimate gap. Verify condition and why list price sits far below automated value.
#2: 2745 N Hope St, Philadelphia PA 19133
Single family · 2 bed / 1 bath · 828 sqft · $45,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 133.0% |
| Cap rate | 34.0% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,047 |
Investor notes: Lowest list price on screen. 62 days on Zillow. Kensington / 19133. Small lot (600 sqft). Drive the block before offering.
#3: 1717 Harrison St, Philadelphia PA 19124
Multi-family · 7 bed / 5 bath · 1,880 sqft · $99,999
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 111.6% |
| Cap rate | 29.5% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,954 |
Investor notes: $20,001 price cut (Jun 1). 146 days on market. Multi-family in Frankford / 19124. Confirm unit count, leases, and whether Rent Zestimate reflects full building income.
#4: 3442 N Sydenham St, Philadelphia PA 19140
Single family · 3 bed / 1 bath · 940 sqft · $60,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 103.6% |
| Cap rate | 27.8% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,088 |
Investor notes: $10,000 price cut (Jul 3). 48 days on market. Nicetown / Tioga area. Tax assessed $80,700.
#5: 3228 W York St, Philadelphia PA 19132
Townhouse · 3 bed / 2 bath · 1,452 sqft · $65,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 103.4% |
| Cap rate | 27.8% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,176 |
Investor notes: Bank-owned foreclosure. 7 days on Zillow. Zestimate ~$78K vs. $65K list. Extra title and condition diligence.
#6: 3156 Weikel St, Philadelphia PA 19134
Single family · 2 bed / 1 bath · 1,041 sqft · $62,500
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 99.7% |
| Cap rate | 27.0% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,091 |
Investor notes: $7,500 price cut (Jul 2). 41 days on market. Port Richmond / Harrowgate area. Tax assessed $154,900 vs. $62.5K list.
#7: 2431 N 19th St, Philadelphia PA 19132
Townhouse · 5 bed / 3 bath · 1,915 sqft · $89,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 97.4% |
| Cap rate | 26.5% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,517 |
Investor notes: Bank-owned foreclosure. 4 days on Zillow. Large 5-bed footprint. Verify room layout and rehab scope.
#8: 2530 W York St, Philadelphia PA 19132
Townhouse · 3 bed / 1 bath · 994 sqft · $65,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 91.2% |
| Cap rate | 25.2% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,037 |
Investor notes: Brand-new listing. Zestimate ~$120K vs. $65K list. 1 day on Zillow.
#9: 2006 N 29th St, Philadelphia PA 19121
Townhouse · 3 bed / 1 bath · 1,286 sqft · $89,500
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 80.0% |
| Cap rate | 22.9% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,253 |
Investor notes: Brewerytown / 19121. Traditional brick exterior. 1 day on Zillow. Tax assessed $53,800.
#10: 2204 S Bonsall St, Philadelphia PA 19145
Townhouse · 3 bed / 1 bath · 1,120 sqft · $80,000
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cash-on-cash | 79.9% |
| Cap rate | 22.9% |
| Monthly cash flow | $1,119 |
Investor notes: Point Breeze / 19145. Zestimate ~$146K vs. $80K list. 7 days on market. Tax assessed $171,800.
Philadelphia Patterns
| Pattern | Takeaway |
|---|---|
| Sub-$100K sweet spot | All ten listings under $100K with strong Rent Zestimates |
| Zestimate gaps | #1, #8, #10 show automated values 2x+ list price |
| Foreclosure mix | #5 and #7 are bank-owned. Budget extra diligence |
| vs. PA state | Compare Pennsylvania top 10 for Pittsburgh-area contrast |
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