Why Philadelphia Is Still A Smart Market For Investors In 2025 (And Why You Should List Your Flip With The Shaina McAndrews Team)
Even with higher rates and tighter margins, Philadelphia remains one of the most compelling markets in the country for real estate investors. Regional data shows steady price growth, strong rental demand, and deep discounts on fixer‑uppers compared with turnkey homes—exactly the ingredients flippers look for.
Why investors are still bullish on Philadelphia
Recent market reports put Philadelphia among the top metros for investment potential thanks to population growth, infrastructure upgrades, and a competitive cost of living versus other East Coast cities. In mid‑2025, the median listing price of a single‑family home in the region was about 517,000 dollars, but buyers who targeted fixer‑uppers saw an average discount of roughly 38%, saving close to 197,000 dollars on purchase price.
Multifamily and rental trends are also investor‑friendly: occupancy in the metro is projected to hold above 93%, while rents are expected to grow around 3% annually, with some submarkets seeing 4%‑plus growth due to limited new supply. Those fundamentals support exit strategies that include both flips and rental hold scenarios.
Why your flip needs investor‑savvy listing representation
At the same time, national and local data show that flipping is harder than it used to be: borrowing costs are higher, contractor capacity is tight, and ideal deals are more competitive. That means every decision around layout, finishes, pricing, staging, and launch timing has a real impact on your net profit and days on market.
This is where an investor‑friendly listing team becomes a profit center, not just an expense. The Shaina McAndrews Team at eXp Realty understands cap rates, holding costs, and target buyer profiles, and builds listing strategies around one central metric for investors: total return on investment. From advising on renovation choices to crafting pricing that balances speed and upside, the team is focused on helping you exit each project efficiently and profitably.
How the Shaina McAndrews Team helps you maximize ROI
When you list your flip with the Shaina McAndrews Team, you get:
Pre‑renovation input on layouts, finishes, and features that resonate with current Philadelphia buyers at your price point.
A data‑backed pricing strategy using hyper‑local comps and current days‑on‑market trends.
Professional staging options (including partial and full staging) that make your renovation look model‑home ready online and in person.
Studies in 2025 show that staged homes can sell 33–73% faster and often for 5–10% more than unstaged homes, with many agents reporting a 1–10% bump in offers after staging. For an investor, that can mean lower carrying costs and a higher exit price—an easy math win.
