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538 FEDERAL STREET #109, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Adaptive reuse project pairing original industrial character with contemporary apartment finishes.

Property Size520 SF
Price / SF$2.60
Days on Market5

Property Features for 538 FEDERAL STREET #109

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 520 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 21

Building Details

Year Built 1930
Listing Agency: JBMP Group
Listed By: Maria A. Pacitti
Source: Cummingsrealtors
Added: Sep 15 Changed: Sep 18 Last Checked: Sep 19 at 10:01AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This apartment building conversion repurposes a 1930 industrial structure into a 21-unit residential property. The project retains the character of the former PECO substation while introducing updated interior finishes and a boutique apartment format.

The building combines nearly a century of architectural history with a contemporary residential program. Its adaptive-reuse design distinguishes the property from conventional multifamily construction and creates a defined identity for the completed apartment community.

Key Highlights

  • 21‑unit apartment building conversion
  • 1930 construction date
  • Adaptive reuse of a former PECO substation

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Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Nursing Home Electrical Service Coworking & Hybrid Office (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Clothing & Fashion 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

21
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,041
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19147, PA

41,096
Population
20,735
Households
2
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
69%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
1.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
31,612
Density / Sq Mi
$104,190
Median Household Income
$71,905
Median Earnings
$1,679
Median Rent
$524,900
Median Home Value
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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 - Adaptive reuse project pairing original industrial character with contemporary apartment finishes.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 538 FEDERAL STREET #109 Philadelphia, PA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 21‑unit apartment building conversion; 1930 construction date; Adaptive reuse of a former PECO substation
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