Historic Church Redevelopment
1409 W MASTER STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Prime location near Center City, ideal for redevelopment.
Type:Commercial/Industrial
Lot size:
0.13 Acres- Added:
- Mar 24, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 59
- Last Refresh:
- Feb 10 at 10:31 am
Property Features for 1409 W MASTER STREET
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Lot size
- 0.13 Acres
- Property subtype
- Commercial/Industrial
Building Details
- Year Built
- 1899
Listing agent Lacenia Bridges License #RS303907
Listing office Realty Mark Associates-CC (215) 376-4444
Listing date Mar 24, 2026
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HighLights
- Prime central location near Center City Philadelphia and major landmarks, offering exceptional access and visibility.
- Redevelopment opportunity: Historic church with immense potential for revitalization and adaptation, sold as‑is.
- Strategic location nestled within the burgeoning Cabot neighborhood, near Temple University and other key areas.
- Excellent transportation access, less than a block from Broad Street with access to bus, train, and bike‑share.
- Rare corner lot offers a unique opportunity in a sought‑after location.
- Captivating architecture features stone, brick, and stucco construction with grand stained‑glass windows and a spacious entrance.
Overview
This property presents an exceptional redevelopment opportunity in a prime central location. Dating back to 1873, the historic church has a documented century-long history and holds immense potential for revitalization and adaptation. Situated a few miles from Center City Philadelphia, it is strategically located near the Art Museum, Franklin Institute, Boathouse Row, Fairmount Park, the Philadelphia Zoo, and the Community College of Philadelphia. The property is nestled within the burgeoning Cabot neighborhood, at the crossroads of Temple Town, Brewery Town, and Yorktown, with proximity to Temple University and adjacent to The Freedom Theater, and the Colombia North YMCA. It is less than a block away from Broad Street, granting easy access to public transportation by bus or train, and adjacent to a city bike-share location. Philadelphia International Airport is 13 miles away, and New Jersey is easily accessible. The area has seen substantial new construction and redevelopment. The church's architecture features a combination of stone, brick, and stucco, with grand stained-glass windows and a spacious double-wide front entrance. The property is being sold as-is, providing a blank canvas for creative ideas and designs, with countless possibilities for future use. This corner lot opportunity is rare in this sought-after location. The current zoning is CMX2, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence regarding zoning and variances.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
ART CARE - Home ...
Home Health Care Service
Greater Harvest Baptist ...
Church
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Philadelphia
- County
- Delaware
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Longitude
- -75.1595121
- Latitude
- 39.9747339
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Church & religious facility - Prime location near Center City, ideal for redevelopment.
Where is this church & religious facility located?
The property is located at 1409 W MASTER STREET Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,900,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime central location near Center City Philadelphia and major landmarks, offering exceptional access and visibility.; Redevelopment opportunity: Historic church with immense potential for revitalization and adaptation, sold as‑is.; Strategic location nestled within the burgeoning Cabot neighborhood, near Temple University and other key areas.
