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Historic Brick Mixed-Use Building

226 N 2ND STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19106

For Sale
$6,750,000

Flexible CMX-3 zoning and open floor plates support a range of commercial configurations.

Property Size28,470 SF
Price / SF$237.09
Days on Market209

Property Features for 226 N 2ND STREET

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 28,470 SF
Property subtype MixedUse
Zoning CMX-3

Site & Location

Neighborhood Center City

Additional Details

Asking Price $6,750,000
Tenant in Place Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $46,176

Building Details

Building Size 28,470 SF
Year Built 1920
Buildings 1
Construction brick
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Listed By: Michael D Phillips · License PA RS327662
Source: Desantis-realestate
Added: Apr 16 Changed: Nov 7 Last Checked: Nov 10 at 1:17PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

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Investment Insights

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Built in 1920, this 28,470-SF historic brick property combines exposed masonry, tall ceilings and large windows. Its open floor plates have no interior load-bearing walls, allowing the space to be configured for retail, showroom, production, office or hybrid uses. More than 20,000 SF, representing over 60% of the building, is expected to be available for immediate use at closing. The property also includes a double-height event venue, a photo studio and a basement with 13-foot ceilings.

The building is located in Old City, Philadelphia, and carries CMX-3 zoning. A restored 200-foot smokestack is a prominent feature of the property. Remaining suites have short-term, flexible leases, with a stated path to full building control in approximately 24 months.

Key Highlights

  • 28,470‑SF historic brick building, constructed in 1920
  • More than 20,000 SF, or over 60% of the building, available for immediate use at closing
  • Open floor plates without interior load‑bearing walls

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$374,652
Cap Rate
5.55%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$7,493,040 $7.5M
Cap Rate 7%
$5,352,171 $5.4M
Cap Rate 9%
$4,162,800 $4.2M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 28,470 SF
Gross rent
$625.2K $21.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$125.7K −$4.41/SF
EGI
$499.5K $17.55/SF
− OpEx
−$124.9K −$4.39/SF
NOI
$374.7K $13.16/SF
Area
Philadelphia, PA
Vacancy
20.10%
Lease Rate
$21.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$7,493,040
Cap Rate 7%
$5,352,171
Cap Rate 9%
$4,162,800

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$5.35M
$4.68M – $6.24M (±1% cap)
NOI $374,652 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.55%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$4.83M
$4.23M – $5.64M (±1% cap)
NOI $338,224 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.01%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$6.94M
$6.07M – $8.10M (±1% cap)
NOI $485,838 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.20%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Tanning Salon Home Appliance Store Adult Day Care Auto Parts Store Carpet & Flooring 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.

Lease Details

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

13,449
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19106, PA

15,190
Population
9,913
Households
1.5
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
80%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
0.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
16,878
Density / Sq Mi
$129,779
Median Household Income
$93,953
Median Earnings
$2,219
Median Rent
$528,700
Median Home Value

Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Mixed-use properties in Philadelphia, PA

$234 Jul
$225 Aug
$209 Sep
$208 Oct

Properties on Market for Mixed-use properties in Philadelphia

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Philadelphia, PA

14.2% 2019
14.1% 2020
16.2% 2021
19% 2022
20.5% 2023
19.6% 2024
19.7% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Flexible CMX-3 zoning and open floor plates support a range of commercial configurations.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 226 N 2ND STREET Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $6,750,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 28,470‑SF historic brick building, constructed in 1920; More than 20,000 SF, or over 60% of the building, available for immediate use at closing; Open floor plates without interior load‑bearing walls
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