About 705 N AMERICAN STREET, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19123
A rare chance to develop in the center of one of Philadelphia’s most desirable neighborhoods. This 2,539 square foot CMX2.5-zoned vacant lot offers an exceptional opportunity for investors or developers to build a signature mixed-use or residential project. Situated in a vibrant urban community, the property is a blank canvas ready to become the area’s next landmark destination. With limited available land in Northern Liberties, opportunities like this are truly rare and highly coveted. PROPERTY DETAILS Lot Size: 2,539 sq ft of vacant land Zoning: CMX2.5 (Mixed-Use) – allows multi-story residential over ground-floor commercial Potential Uses: Ideal for luxury condos/apartments, mixed-use development with retail, boutique offices, or other commercial space Adjacent Property: Contiguous to a separately listed 9,700 sq ft commercial building (on a 5,000 sq ft lot) also for sale – offering a combined 7,500 sq ft development site if acquired together Current Use: Parking and play yard for daycare Lease Terms: Subject to (NNN) lease terms for 209-15 Fairmount Ave, expires 12/31/26 This property is just steps away from Philadelphia’s premier dining, art galleries, and nightlife, as well as inviting community parks and green spaces. With both Penn’s Landing and Old City within easy walking distance, its appeal is truly unmatched. Easy accessibility to Public Transit & Highways – Conveniently located near I-95, I-676 on-ramps and steps from the Market- Frankford Line. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY- ADJACENT COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR SALE MLS# PAPH2452892 Address: 209-215 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Lot Size: 5009 Sq Ft Building Size: 9,700 SF Year Built: Circa 1805-1848 Zoning: CMX-2.5 (Commercial Mixed-Use) Current Use: Daycare Facility Lease Terms: Triple Net (NNN) Lease Term: 8 years, commencing December 31, 2026 Net Operating Income (NOI): $183,000 per year Bundling the properties would create the potential for a larger combined development site. Seize the chance to secure a foothold in Northern Liberties’ ongoing success story – opportunities like this are exceedingly rare and won't last long.
Utilities:Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer: Public Hook/Up Avail
Water Source: Public
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Road Frontage
Current Use: Parking, School
Road Surface: Paved
Road Frontage Length: 20
Location: Urban
Building Permits: No Building Permits
Exclusions: Tenants property
Other Structures List: Shed
MLS Area: 19123 (19123)
Zoning: CMX25
Zoning Description: Neighborhood Commercial Mixed-Use Districts Neighborhood-serving retail and service uses, including pedestrian friendly retail
Utilities:Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer: Public Hook/Up Avail
Water Source: Public
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Road Frontage
Current Use: Parking, School
Road Surface: Paved
Road Frontage Length: 20
Location: Urban
Building Permits: No Building Permits
Exclusions: Tenants property
Other Structures List: Shed
MLS Area: 19123 (19123)
Zoning: CMX25
Zoning Description: Neighborhood Commercial Mixed-Use Districts Neighborhood-serving retail and service uses, including pedestrian friendly retail

Street Address: 705 N AMERICAN STREET
City: Philadelphia
State: Pennsylvania
Postal Code: 19123
County: Philadelphia
Directions: From Fairmount Ave, right on N. American St., property on right

Property Information :
Listing Status: Active
Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
MLS #: PAPH2452904
Bedrooms:
Bathrooms:
Price: $850,000
Tax Amount: 3909.00
Last Modified : Aug 18 2025 1:57AM

Courtesy of: Jennifer Gezon, Styer Real Estate (MLS# STYER1)
Source MLS: BRIGHT