Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/24/2026
Listed
$825,000
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Property Description
Prime mixed-use property located on iconic South Street, one of Philadelphia's most vibrant commercial corridors. This income-producing building features a street-level retail storefront with excellent visibility, large display windows, and heavy pedestrian traffic, ideal for a variety of retail or office uses. Above the commercial space are two residential apartments offering comfortable layouts, bright living areas, functional kitchens, and generous natural light. The residential units have separate access from the storefront, providing privacy and convenience for tenants. Situated in a dynamic neighborhood surrounded by popular restaurants, boutiques, entertainment venues, and public transportation, this property offers strong rental potential and long-term investment value. Ideal opportunity for investors or owner-occupants seeking a live/work setup in a high-demand location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 838 South St
General
- Price: $825,000
- Taxes: $6,983 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Store
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2587280
- Updated: 2/24/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Convenience Store
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19147 (19147)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: between 8 and 7
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Central, Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Masonry
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,001
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 14.00 x 49.00
- Zoning: CMX25
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $3,910
- City/TownTax: $3,072
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $498,900
- Tax Amount: $6,983
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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Schools
Schools serving 838 South St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Meredith William M School 725 South 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 838 South St
Tax History
Tax History for 838 South St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,984
—
$498,900
—
2024
$6,984
41%
$498,900
100%
2021
$4,951
-21%
-100%
2023
$6,257
26%
$447,000
26%
2020
$4,951
1%
$353,700
1%
2019
$4,902
9%
$350,200
9%
2018
$4,498
7%
$321,300
7%
2017
$4,201
—
$300,100
—
2016
$4,201
4%
$300,100
—
2015
$4,021
—
$300,100
—
2014
$4,021
-7%
$300,100
580%
2013
$4,315
—
$44,160
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838 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (MLS# PAPH2587280) is a Store property. 838 South Street is currently listed for $825,000 and was received on February 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 838 South Street? Do you have questions about finding other Store real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.