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    1516 N 5TH Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122

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    $20 SF/Yr $300,000/Mo (calc)

    CommercialLease - PHILADELPHIA, PA

    Type:Office
    Property size:
    180,000 SF
    Lot size:
    1.40 Acres
    Added:
    Jun 17, 2025
    Days on Market:
    363
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 14 at 5:06 am

    Property Features for 1516 N 5TH Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Other
    Property subtype
    Office
    Parking
    100
    Parking features
    Parking Lot
    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    1.40 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Heat Pump (Heating)
    Cooling system
    Heat Pump

    Building Details

    Year built
    1950
    Building materials
    Masonry

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    Tobias Lee Biddle

    Listing agent Tobias Lee Biddle License #RM050948A

    Listing office Quality Real Estate-Broad St 4823 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA

    Listing date Jun 17, 2025

    MLS# PAPH2495878

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    HighLights

    • Unique creative workspace in a historic, renovated warehouse with original character and modern infrastructure.
    • Flexible commercial suites available, ranging from 450 sq ft to 10,000 sq ft, suitable for diverse business needs.
    • Amenities include off‑street parking, conference rooms, lounges, loading docks, and passenger/freight elevators.
    • High tension 3‑phase power and diverse electrical options (1, 2, and 3 phase) available.
    • Dynamic community of forward‑thinking tenants and co‑working spaces available.
    • Stunning lobby with original old growth yellow pine beams and a unique 3‑story atrium.

    Overview

    This renovated historic warehouse has been converted into Billy Penn Studios, providing flexible commercial space for office, e-commerce, photography, production, and wellness, among other concepts. Suites range from 450 square feet to 10,000 square feet, and the building also offers co-working desks and offices. The lobby features original old growth yellow pine beams, and a distinctive three-story atrium adds character to the interior layout. The space includes conference rooms and lounges, with plumbing and kitchen options available for compatible tenants. Building power is described as high tension three-phase with options including 1, 2, and 3 phase electricity (208/120).

    The property is located at 1516 N 5th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and includes original early-1900s construction elements tied to its history as a lumber facility in Olde Kensington. The campus includes off-street parking and is served by both passenger and freight elevators, along with loading docks for move-in and operations that require freight access.

    Suites at Billy Penn Studios are designed for tenants who need adaptable office space and the ability to tailor their interiors, supported by custom office fit-outs and flexible lease terms. Tenant use is supported across a range of creative and business-oriented activities, making the property well-suited for teams that want a workspace with on-site collaboration areas, practical building services, and convenient vertical access for personnel and goods.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    WeBuyHouses.com Philadelphia Real Estate Agency Perla Cafe Restaurant Nosey Palate Bar & Pub Spire Abstract Title Company Billy Penn Studios Business Service Center

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Real Estate Agency Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Daycare Center Accounting Firm

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

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    City
    Philadelphia
    County
    Delaware
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -75.14428
    Latitude
    39.97451

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Creative space - Renovated warehouse offers flexible creative suites plus coworking options, with freight and passenger elevators and loading docks.
    Where is this creative space located?
    The property is located at 1516 N 5TH Street Philadelphia, PA.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $20 SF/Yr.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Unique creative workspace in a historic, renovated warehouse with original character and modern infrastructure.; Flexible commercial suites available, ranging from 450 sq ft to 10,000 sq ft, suitable for diverse business needs.; Amenities include off‑street parking, conference rooms, lounges, loading docks, and passenger/freight elevators.
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