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Grocery-Front Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$225,000

2838 WHARTON Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Commercial Sale - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.03 Acres
Days on Market47

Property Features for 2838 WHARTON Street

General Information

Property type Other
Property subtype Retail
Elementary school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Middle school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
High school district PHILADELPHIA CITY
Standard status Active
Lot size 0.03 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 2418

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air

Building Details

Year built 1925
Number of units 2
Building materials Masonry
Listing Agency: Triamond Realty
Listed By: Suqing Fan · License #RS304225
Added: Jun 27 Last Checked: Aug 12 at 1:06AM
MLS# PAPH2641972

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

2838 Wharton Street is a mixed-use property with income-producing retail on the first floor. The ground level is operated as a grocery with a food license, while the upper floor is configured as a residence featuring five bedrooms, a large living area, and an eat-in kitchen. The property also includes a large yard and a dry basement.

This building must be sold together with 2836 Wharton as a package transaction. The two buildings have separate deed and tax records, and the sale is described as including two mixed-use properties along with a grocery business. The listing notes the site is in a rapidly developing area with new construction surrounding it, and it is within minutes of Penn, CHOP, HUP, and Drexel University.

For operators, this layout supports an owner-occupant or investor strategy that pairs retail grocery operations with dedicated residential space above. The combination of a food-licensed commercial first floor and a substantial upper living arrangement can be suitable for tenants looking for a live-work setup or buyers seeking a mixed-use asset with both income and on-site accommodations.

Key Highlights

  • Sold together with 2836 Wharton for one price of $449,900; both properties have separated deed and tax records.
  • 2838 Wharton offers a grocery on the first floor with a food license generating income.
  • Upper floor features 5 bedrooms, a large living area, and an eat‑in kitchen.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Live-work space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Accounting Firm Electrical Service Real Estate Agency Tech Support Center

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,091
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19146, PA

41,920
Population
22,182
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
65%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
1.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
24,659
Density / Sq Mi
$99,702
Median Household Income
$68,849
Median Earnings
$1,708
Median Rent
$452,200
Median Home Value

Market

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Live-work space - First-floor grocery income with an upper residential layout, plus a large yard and dry basement.
Where is this live-work space located?
The property is located at 2838 WHARTON Street Philadelphia, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $225,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Sold together with 2836 Wharton for one price of $449,900; both properties have separated deed and tax records.; 2838 Wharton offers a grocery on the first floor with a food license generating income.; Upper floor features 5 bedrooms, a large living area, and an eat‑in kitchen.
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