705 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123-2910 $850,000

Beds/Baths: /
Acreage: 0.06
Zoning:
CMX25
MLS#: PAPH2452904
Subdivision: Northern Liberties

Description

A rare chance to develop in the center of one of Philadelphia’s most desirable neighborhoods. This 2,539 square foot CMX2.5-zoned vacant lot offers an exceptional opportunity for investors or developers to build a signature mixed-use or residential project. Situated in a vibrant urban community, the property is a blank canvas ready to become the area’s next landmark destination. With limited available land in Northern Liberties, opportunities like this are truly rare and highly coveted. PROPERTY DETAILS Lot Size: 2,539 sq ft of vacant land Zoning: CMX2.5 (Mixed-Use) – allows multi-story residential over ground-floor commercial Potential Uses: Ideal for luxury condos/apartments, mixed-use development with retail, boutique offices, or other commercial space Adjacent Property: Contiguous to a separately listed 9,700 sq ft commercial building (on a 5,000 sq ft lot) also for sale – offering a combined 7,500 sq ft development site if acquired together Current Use: Parking and play yard for daycare Lease Terms: Subject to (NNN) lease terms for 209-15 Fairmount Ave, expires 12/31/26 This property is just steps away from Philadelphia’s premier dining, art galleries, and nightlife, as well as inviting community parks and green spaces. With both Penn’s Landing and Old City within easy walking distance, its appeal is truly unmatched. Easy accessibility to Public Transit & Highways – Conveniently located near I-95, I-676 on-ramps and steps from the Market- Frankford Line. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY- ADJACENT COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR SALE MLS# PAPH2452892 Address: 209-215 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Lot Size: 5009 Sq Ft Building Size: 9,700 SF Year Built: Circa 1805-1848 Zoning: CMX-2.5 (Commercial Mixed-Use) Current Use: Daycare Facility Lease Terms: Triple Net (NNN) Lease Term: 8 years, commencing December 31, 2026 Net Operating Income (NOI): $183,000 per year Bundling the properties would create the potential for a larger combined development site. Seize the chance to secure a foothold in Northern Liberties’ ongoing success story – opportunities like this are exceedingly rare and won't last long.

Taxes: $3,909
Lot Dimens: 20.00 x 125.00
Front Footage: 20
School Dist: Philadelphia City
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No

Features

Utilities
Public Water, Sewer/Septic - Public Hook/Up Avail, Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Lot
Cleared Lot, Level Lot, Road Frontage, Urban, Paved Road

Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Styer Real Estate , (610) 469-9001, styerrealestate@gmail.com

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