Situated along the vibrant Girard Avenue corridor in the heart of Fishtown, 408 E Girard Avenue presents a prime mixed-use opportunity with strong in-place income and long-term upside.
The first-floor commercial space is home to Lot 49 Books, a well-established bookstore with excellent street presence and consistent foot traffic. The space is approximately 700 square feet, plus a full basement of roughly 650 square feet with high ceilings—ideal for storage or additional use. The commercial lease is in place at $1,600/month. The Rent in this unit will increase to $1,800/month on 9.1.26, with $100 annual increases and runs through August 31, 2031, offering stable, increasing income.
Above, the bi-level residential unit features 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths with a thoughtfully designed layout and quality finishes throughout. The front bedroom includes a Juliet balcony overlooking Girard Avenue, while the rear bedroom opens to a large private deck. The unit is currently leased at $2,350/month through July 31, 2026, with flexibility for a buyer to either occupy or continue leasing for additional income.
Positioned in one of Philadelphia’s most sought-after neighborhoods, the property offers immediate access to Fishtown’s renowned dining and retail scene, as well as convenient connectivity to Center City, I-95, and public transportation.
A versatile asset well-suited for investors seeking stable returns or owner-users looking to occupy while benefiting from supplemental income.
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| List Price | $679,000 |
| Property Type | Duplex (2-units) |
| Usable Sqft | 2,577 |
| Number of Stories | 0 stories |
| Parking Spots | 0 spots |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Last Sold | Unknown |
| Sold Price | Unknown |
| APN # | 181338100 |
| MLS # | PAPH2612872 |
| Property ID | 294299709 |
| Lot Sqft | 805 |
| Zoning | CMX2 |
| Total Units | 2 |
| Days on Market | 33 |
| Original List Price | Unknown |
| Date Updated | May 04, 2026 |
| Date Created | April 29, 2026 |
| Unit # | Beds | Baths | Current Rent | Proforma Rent |
| Unit #1 | $3,950 | $0 |
Andre Quain an agent of . Lic #RS339578
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