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1423-25 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Development site with 31 active rooming licenses and a former rooming hotel building, currently non-operational after a March 2023 fire.

Property Size13,530 SF
Lot Size0.20 Acres
Days on Market111

Property Features for 1423-25 Poplar St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 13,530 SF
Lot size 0.20 Acres
Property subtype Multifamily
Zoning RM-1
Listing Agency: LPT Realty, LLC
Listed By: Maria Elena Quattrone · License #RB069792
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 12 Changed: Jul 23 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 4:07PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This development property is located at 1421–25 W Poplar St and was previously operated as a rooming hotel. The building has 31 active rooming licenses; however, the hotel is no longer operating following a fire on the top floor in March 2023. The property is approximately 13,530 square feet, set on a lot of approximately 8,880 square feet.

The site is zoned RM-1, providing flexibility to either renovate the existing structure or demolish and redevelop. The property is described as being just minutes from the Girard Ave Broad St Line Subway stop, with the MET noted as being the next block over.

With its existing licensing history and RM-1 zoning, the site may support redevelopment or renovation planning based on the buyer’s approach.

Key Highlights

  • 1421‑25 W Poplar St Philadelphia PA 19130 development site with a former rooming hotel building
  • 31 active rooming licenses on the property; hotel is currently non‑operational after a March 2023 top‑floor fire
  • Approximately 13,530 Sq Ft building on an 8,880 Sq Ft lot

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Accounting Firm (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Butcher Kitchen & Bath Showroom Home Appliance Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,508
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19130, PA

31,477
Population
18,178
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
78%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
1.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
26,231
Density / Sq Mi
$110,436
Median Household Income
$76,051
Median Earnings
$1,836
Median Rent
$483,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Development site with 31 active rooming licenses and a former rooming hotel building, currently non-operational after a March 2023 fire.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1423-25 Poplar St Philadelphia, PA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1421‑25 W Poplar St Philadelphia PA 19130 development site with a former rooming hotel building; 31 active rooming licenses on the property; hotel is currently non‑operational after a March 2023 top‑floor fire; Approximately 13,530 Sq Ft building on an 8,880 Sq Ft lot
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