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Development Opportunity Near Center City

838-840 N 12TH Street Philadelphia, PA 19123

838-840 N 12TH Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19123
$599,985
For Sale
$599,985

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property Size1,796 SF
Lot Size0.02 Acres
Price / SF$334.07
Days on Market109

Property Features for 838-840 N 12TH Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Parking features
Driveway
Standard status
Active
Size
1,796 SF
Lot size
0.02 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
2364

Utilities

Heating system
Hot Water(Heating)
Cooling system
Wall Unit(s)

Building Details

Year built
1920
Number of units
2
Building materials
Masonry
Architectural style
Other
Listing agency Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing
Listed by steven lee sims Jr. · License #RS289603
Added: Apr 6 Updated: Jun 9 at 11:48AM Checked: Jul 23 at 7:06AM
MLS# PAPH2601504

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located eight blocks from Center City in the Spring Garden area, this property presents a development opportunity. The offering includes two separate parcels, providing added flexibility and scale for development. Parcel 1 measures 15 x 58, while Parcel 2 measures 18 x 55. Both parcels, totaling 0.0197 acres, must be sold together as a package. The property, with a size of 1796 square feet, is currently configured as a former funeral home with two residential units: one 1-bedroom apartment and one 2-bedroom apartment. This property presents a prime redevelopment opportunity with the potential to build three 3-story homes, making it suitable for builders looking to maximize return in a high-growth area. The location is surrounded by active new construction and offers strong upside potential for resale or long-term hold. The parcels can be developed individually or as a larger combined project. The former funeral home is still in operation.

Key Highlights

  • Prime redevelopment opportunity in a high‑growth area near Center City and Broad Street.
  • Two separate parcels included (15 x 58 and 18 x 55) offering flexibility and scale for development.
  • Potential to build three 3‑story homes.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Residential land & home ...

Suggested Use

(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Plumbing Service Butcher Clothing & Fashion Store Clothing & Fashion Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Mobile Phone Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Residential land & home lot - Two parcels for redevelopment near Center City and Broad Street.
Where is this residential land & home lot located?
The property is located at 838-840 N 12TH Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $599,985.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime redevelopment opportunity in a high‑growth area near Center City and Broad Street.; Two separate parcels included (15 x 58 and 18 x 55) offering flexibility and scale for development.; Potential to build three 3‑story homes.
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