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Listed by Sam A Akif • Keller Williams Main Line
$ 215,000
Est. payment /mo
Active
1520 W ONTARIO ST Philadelphia, PA 19140
1,292 Sqft Lot
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Mixed Use
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
MLS Listing ID PAPH2518836
Year Built 1930
Annual Tax Amount $1,559
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 1,292 Sqft
Acres 0.03
Lot Dimensions 16.00 x 81.00
Property Sub-Type Mixed Use
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Prime Corner Mixed-Use Building Near Temple Hospital
Nestled on a prominent corner in the Tioga–Nicetown neighborhood, 1520 W Ontario St presents a valuable mixed-use opportunity just three blocks from Temple University Hospital. This 3-story property features a vacant commercial space on the ground floor and two residential units above, offering a versatile layout ideal for investors or owner-users.
Property Highlights
Built in 1930 with a classic stucco façade and strong street presence
Ground floor commercial unit ( 1,000 SF)—ideal for retail, office, or service use; currently vacant
Unit 2R: Studio apartment (vacant)
Unit 3: 4-bedroom, 2-bath unit with two rooms currently occupied
Unfinished basement providing additional storage or utility space
Location Advantages
Only 3 blocks (≈0.1 miles) from Temple University Hospital, ensuring strong foot traffic and tenant demand
Excellent accessibility: Walk Score of 81 and Transit Score of 81 with nearby Allegheny and Erie stations
Close to shops, restaurants, and other neighborhood amenities—ideal for tenants and commercial patrons alike
Lot & Zoning Details
Lot size: 1,292 SF (building footprint closely matches)
Total building area: Approximately 2,032 SF above grade
Zoning permits commercial use on the ground floor and residential units above, supporting flexible use strategies
This is a strong value-add or income-producing opportunity with upside in both the commercial and residential components.
Nestled on a prominent corner in the Tioga–Nicetown neighborhood, 1520 W Ontario St presents a valuable mixed-use opportunity just three blocks from Temple University Hospital. This 3-story property features a vacant commercial space on the ground floor and two residential units above, offering a versatile layout ideal for investors or owner-users.
Property Highlights
Built in 1930 with a classic stucco façade and strong street presence
Ground floor commercial unit ( 1,000 SF)—ideal for retail, office, or service use; currently vacant
Unit 2R: Studio apartment (vacant)
Unit 3: 4-bedroom, 2-bath unit with two rooms currently occupied
Unfinished basement providing additional storage or utility space
Location Advantages
Only 3 blocks (≈0.1 miles) from Temple University Hospital, ensuring strong foot traffic and tenant demand
Excellent accessibility: Walk Score of 81 and Transit Score of 81 with nearby Allegheny and Erie stations
Close to shops, restaurants, and other neighborhood amenities—ideal for tenants and commercial patrons alike
Lot & Zoning Details
Lot size: 1,292 SF (building footprint closely matches)
Total building area: Approximately 2,032 SF above grade
Zoning permits commercial use on the ground floor and residential units above, supporting flexible use strategies
This is a strong value-add or income-producing opportunity with upside in both the commercial and residential components.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19140 (19140)
Zoning RSA5
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Baseboard - Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Inclusions All appliances
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Garage N
Building
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction N
Schools
School District Philadelphia City
Others
Tax ID 871078500
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition Standard
