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$599,900

1221 2nd St

Philadelphia, PA
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
6
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
3,000
Square Feet
0.03
Lot Size (acres)
1915
Year Built
62
Days On Market

1221 N 2nd Street | Prime Redevelopment Opportunity at the Nexus of NoLibs, Kensington & Fishtown! Price reduction! A rare 20-foot wide parcel in a top-notch location! Situated directly at the epicenter where Northern Liberties, Fishtown, and Kensington meet, this multi-story property offers a blank canvas on a 20' wide lot—a true rarity for the area. With some single-family homes in the neighboring vicinity selling for over $1,000,000, this property presents a substantial development potential. To help spark design inspiration and showcase layout possibilities, three conceptual floor plan options are included for informational purposes only: Option 1: A single-family layout featuring a dedicated primary suite. Option 2: A duplex layout configured with three bedrooms per unit. Option 3: An expanded single-family variation featuring a luxe primary suite and a roof deck. Note: Conceptual floor plans are provided strictly for illustrative purposes without warranty and are subject to buyer verification. Buyer is strictly responsible for conducting their own due diligence regarding all zoning, permits, structural requirements, municipal approvals, etc. Original architectural character is anchored throughout the interior, featuring high ceilings, a grand entryway, a sweeping curved staircase rising through the levels, and an upper “studio" illuminated by abundant skylights. The location offers unparalleled public transit access and neighborhood convenience. The Route 57 bus runs right down 2nd Street, with the Girard Trolley line, the Market-Frankford Line, the Piazza, Acme, and local dining and retail along Frankford, 2nd Street and Girard Avenues all nearby. A 20-foot wide property with this level of square footage, multi-million dollar comps nearby, and conceptual layout options included presents a rare market opportunity. Please schedule your showing!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
22 days ago
Listed By
Todd Hovanec, 2122032016 · Prevu Real Estate, LLC, 6466036868
MLS#
PAPH2662994
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1221 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
City
Philadelphia
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
NORTHERN LIBERTIES
Zip Code
19122

Architecture

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
1.5
Year Built
1915
Style
Traditional
Building Area
3,000 sq. ft.
Foundation
Other
Levels
Three Or More
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
None

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Cooling
None
Heating
Natural Gas, Radiant

Property Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
3,000 sq. ft.
Total
3,000 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$599,900
Annual Taxes
$6,300

Schools

75/100
Bodine William W High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
547
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
46% Black · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 15% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7630
72/100
The U School: Innovative Lab
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
282
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
74% Black · 21% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 400-7450
71/100
Adaire Alexander School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
416
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
78% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(215) 400-7480
56/100
Ludlow James R School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.4 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
215
Student body
74% Black · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
94%
Phone
(215) 400-7430
54/100
McKinley William School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
306
Student body
58% Hispanic / Latino · 39% Black · 2% White
Free/reduced lunch
106%
Phone
(215) 400-7440
53/100
Kearny Gen Philip School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
272
Student body
84% Black · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 400-7590
53/100
Penn Treaty School
High · Grades 06–12 · 0.7 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
398
Student body
40% Black · 33% Hispanic / Latino · 21% White
Free/reduced lunch
107%
Phone
(215) 400-3800
52/100
Young Scholars Charter School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.5 mi
City
Philadelphia
Students
284
Student body
94% Black · 3% Two or More Races · 3% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(215) 232-9727

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/24/2026Listed for sale$599,900

Listed by Todd Hovanec · Prevu Real Estate, LLC · 6466036868

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 2, 2026 at 3:53 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: PAPH2662994

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