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Property Description
Invest in yourself and step into the energy of the Italian Market; one of Philadelphia's most iconic and vibrant destinations. Known for its unmatched atmosphere, steady foot traffic, and dynamic mix of retail and dining, this is a prime opportunity to grow your business while building long-term real estate value. As one of the oldest and largest open-air markets in the country, the Italian Market is a true destination; home to outdoor produce stands, butcher shops, seafood markets, bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and specialty retailers offering fresh pasta, cheeses, meats, and imported goods. It consistently draws both locals and visitors, creating a built-in customer base. 947 S. 9th St is the turnkey opportunity you've been waiting for. Fully renovated, it offers a blank canvas vanilla box on the ground-floor commercial space; ready for your concept, plus a spacious, bi-level apartment above that is move-in ready. Whether you choose to rent it out for immediate income or live above your business, the flexibility is there from day one. With commercial space below and residential above, you can operate your business while generating rental income; creating multiple streams of revenue in one property. Zoned CMX-2, the possibilities are wide open. And for those thinking bigger, 949 S. 9th St next door offers additional upside as a value-added opportunity. Start generating income at 947 while bringing your vision to life at 949. Purchase individually or combine both properties to maximize scale, presence, and long-term growth. The choice is yours; launch, expand, invest, and secure your place in one of Philadelphia's most dynamic corridors
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 947 S 9th St
General
- Price: $579,999
- Taxes: $4,227 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Service
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2612452
- Updated: 5/21/2026
- Added to Site: 81 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Day Care Facility, Hotel/Motel, Hair Salon and Spa, O
Interior
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19147 (19147)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: ITALIAN MARKET
- Cross Streets: Christian
- Driving Directions: Please use GPS
- Location Details: Business District
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
- Doors: Insulated
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Building Size: 1605
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent, Very Good
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Single
Lot Features
- Property View: Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 585
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 15.00 x 39.00
- Frontage Feet: 15
- Street/Road Desc.: Black Top
- Zoning: CMX2
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $361.37
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $2,367
- City/TownTax: $1,860
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $302,000
- Tax Amount: $4,227
- Tax Year: 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: None
- Lot Number: 201
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Stefania A Zuccarini
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Schools
Schools serving 947 S 9th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Nebinger George W School 601 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 947 S 9th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/24/2026
Listed
$579,999
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 947 S 9th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,227
13%
$302,000
13%
2024
$3,737
34%
$267,000
100%
2021
$2,780
-13%
-100%
2023
$3,182
14%
$227,300
14%
2020
$2,780
1%
$198,600
1%
2019
$2,753
-10%
$196,700
-10%
2018
$3,057
85%
$218,400
85%
2017
$1,653
—
$118,100
—
2016
$1,653
-51%
$118,100
-53%
2015
$3,373
—
$251,700
—
2014
$3,373
80%
$251,700
1211%
2013
$1,876
—
$19,200
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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947 S 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (MLS# PAPH2612452) is a Commercial Service property. 947 S 9th Street is currently listed for $579,999 and was received on April 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 947 S 9th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Service real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

