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Creative Flex Space with Fabrication Shop
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5438-5440 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Adjoining commercial buildings combine fabrication, studio, gallery, office, and storage capabilities within a flexible creative-work setting.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market30

Property Features for 5438-5440 Penn Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Office, Industrial, Mixed Use
Zoning Commercial

Property Condition

Severity Major Repairs Needed
Evidence substantially gutted

Site & Location

Road Access Yes
Outdoor Storage Yes
Utilities to Site Yes

Amenities

Kitchen/Break Room
Conference Space

Building Details

Buildings 2
Listing Agency: Ion Tank
Listed By: S Ginsburg · License #PA
Source: Crexi
Added: Aug 3 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 1:52AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The offering includes two adjoining commercial buildings at 5438-5440 Penn Ave that will be conveyed together. The principal building at 5440 Penn Ave contains approximately 14,000 square feet of design and fabrication space, with an industrial first floor, open studio areas, tall ceilings, extensive windows, radiant concrete and terrazzo flooring, a cargo ramp, heated garage, and oversized glass garage door. The property also includes accessible bathrooms on both floors, separate HVAC and utility systems, alarm zones, keyed steel doors, a kitchen and break room, conference space, and an elevator pit for a future lift.

The neighboring 5438 Penn Ave building has two 1,400-square-foot floors, a full basement, and a gated yard reached from the private alley. Its roof was replaced in 2023, and the facade was repointed in 2021. The building is currently used for storage and parking. The properties are located along Penn Avenue in Pittsburgh’s Friendship neighborhood and Arts corridor.

Key Highlights

  • 5440 Penn Ave provides approximately 14,000 square feet of design and fabrication space
  • Industrial first floor includes terrazzo and radiant concrete floors, steel beams, and a cargo loading ramp
  • 22' wide x 11'9" high glass garage door connects the shop to a double‑height gallery

Property Analytics

Current Use

Flex space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Electrical Service HVAC Service Accounting Firm Travel Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) 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

Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,863
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 15206, PA

28,774
Population
17,004
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
59%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
4.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,995
Density / Sq Mi
$69,906
Median Household Income
$49,009
Median Earnings
$1,284
Median Rent
$288,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Pittsburgh, PA

10.2% 2019
12.2% 2020
14.6% 2021
13.9% 2022
16.1% 2023
17.5% 2024
17.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Flex space - Adjoining commercial buildings combine fabrication, studio, gallery, office, and storage capabilities within a flexible creative-work setting.
Where is this flex space located?
The property is located at 5438-5440 Penn Ave Pittsburgh, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5440 Penn Ave provides approximately 14,000 square feet of design and fabrication space; Industrial first floor includes terrazzo and radiant concrete floors, steel beams, and a cargo loading ramp; 22' wide x 11'9" high glass garage door connects the shop to a double‑height gallery
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