PHILADELPHIA | Lowrise/General Developments Thread II

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Hey all! My Philadelphia 2022 Photo Thread Part 3 is up! Check it out!

https://skyscraperpage.com/forum/sho...20#post9856820

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Some great Old City updates.

Very pleased to read that the 5th & Wood project will be designed by Canno instead of JKRP.

Something New Heading to a Far-flung Corner of Old City
https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...er-of-old-city

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Originally Posted by Holt

Some exiciting development news in South Philly:

https://skyrem.com/historic-quarterm...chnology-park/

I actually think this looks pretty good and has a chance to land some tenants. I didn't know Indego is headquartered here already. Think about it.... this not only sits between University City and the Navy Yard, but also next to the up-and-coming Bellwether District, and the Lower Schuylkill Biotech Campus.

Renderings look like a good reuse, and I hope to god the South Quarter Crossing project gets going too... that would be a HUGE boon for the area and the Girard Estates neighborhood.























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https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...sciences-scene

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Originally Posted by PHLtoNYC

Some great Old City updates.

Very pleased to read that the 5th & Wood project will be designed by Canno instead of JKRP.

Something New Heading to a Far-flung Corner of Old City
https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...er-of-old-city

Love it! Will be a much better design from CannoDesign that the below:



Also, kinda forgot about the 400 block of Vine project:

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5th & Callowhill update from Naked Philly





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https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...er-of-old-city

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120 Units Coming to the Banks of the Schuylkill River in Manayunk

As you make your way through the heart of Manayunk, you will come across a somewhat hidden and easily forgettable property at 3900 Main St., where a low-rise structure and a surface lot are surrounded by trees right along the Schuylkill River.

Thanks to an upcoming trip to the Civic Design Review (CDR), we now know there’s a new proposal for the site. This strip of Manayunk has seen a sizable amount of development in recent years, with projects popping up along the river, and the new owners of this property want to join the party. A three-building project is proposed here now, with 120 units and three ground-floor retail spaces extending downtown Manayunk. Interestingly, despite the close distance to the flood-prone Schuylkill River, there are also plans to add 52 underground parking spaces for residents and folks visiting the commercial spaces.

Read/view more here:
https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...er-in-manayunk

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More Clarity on a Big Addition to Former Viking Mill in East Kensington

Building to be demolished:


Site plans and renderings:

Back in August, we stopped by several busy blocks in East Kensington near the York-Dauphin Station where 600+ units are in various stages of construction between a mix of adaptive reuse and ground-up projects. Just a few weeks later, we found ourselves back in the area to check out a proposal at 2019-53 E. Boston St. which would incorporate the long-running Viking Mill artist studios with new construction to take the place of the to-be-demolished home of Urban Axes.

There has been a bit of a rocky road for this project since we last stopped by. Unfortunately, in September 2022, current tenants of Viking Mill were requested to leave their studios within 30 days or face eviction. According to a story from Billy Penn, there may have been some confusion between old and new ownership around communicating the sale in a timely and straightforward manner to the many artisans who worked there. In a move that was extra surprising, the water was also turned off to the property, leaving those still there high and dry.

However, new owners Chatham Bay are moving forward with plans that appear to keep some of the industrial/artisanal vibe of the area. 100 new units with ground floor industrial will rise on the former Urban Axes site, with 72 units and ground floor industrial/studio space remaining in the five-story building. These two structures will be connected, forming one large project with a total of 172 units.

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https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...ast-kensington

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Olde Kensington updates from Naked Philly

1705 N. American Street

Looking north from Cecil B. Moore Ave., 1705 N. American St. is making its presence felt as it receives its facade. Already topped out since our visit last summer, most of the structure is in place, with windows in throughout. This mixed-use project from developers Urban Intent will offer 179 units over nearly 10K sqft of ground floor retail space.

1801 N. American Street

1801 N. American St., where a similarly transformational project is in its early stages of construction. This project sits on a giant property, with the low-rise warehouse on the northern side of the property to remain, and the L-shaped remainder making a wildly luxurious turn. We knew previously that HDO Architecture was handling the design, with 110 units and commercial space fronting both N. American St. to the west and N. 2nd St. to the east for a total of over 13K sqft joining the party. The project will also include 60 parking spaces, but some further digging revealed some other interesting findings.

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https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...merican-street

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More Olde Kensington updates from Naked Philly

1730-54 N. 2nd Street

1730-54 N. 2nd St., which sits just to the south of the construction already taking place to the north. We covered this property back in 2021, when a proposal for a funky mixed-use building was pitched in what we assumed was a lead up to a Civic Design Review presentation. Plans here called for 115 units, with 27 parking spaces and 9,000 sqft of retail space.

Construction going on in the background of this image:


Project renderings:






1701 N. 2nd Street

We first told you about the plans at 1701 N. 2nd St. a little more than four years ago, when the warehouses on site were scheduled to come down to make way for a 92-unit apartment project. Things look wildly different now, as this mixed-use project from Brick Capital makes its way towards the finish line. The industrial-inspired design from SgRA rises six floors and now includes 88 units, with dark gray brick broken up by the large industrial style windows. Perhaps the biggest design feature, however, is the cut-out along the 2nd St. side, which does a great job of breaking up the otherwise heavy massing while providing additional light and circulation. 8,500 sqft of retail space will make up the ground floor, while 32 underground parking spaces are also included.

1641-45 N. 2nd Street

1641-45 N. 2nd St., just across the street to the south. This project is a joint venture from BKP Development Group and RM Development Partners and will be bringing 20 more units and even more commercial space to this growing commercial corridor. This light-brick building called The Cecil from CANNOdesign features their signature geometric facade and intricate brickwork to bring the structure to life.

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https://www.ocfrealty.com/naked-phil...i-n-2nd-street

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96-Unit, Adaptive Reuse Project Planned at Delaware Ave and Spring Garden

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https://www.rising.realestate/96-uni...spring-garden/

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The 400 Vine project is just perfect.

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46-Unit Building Planned Next to 40th Street El Station

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https://www.rising.realestate/46-uni...et-el-station/

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61-Unit, Mixed-Use Project Breaks Ground in Fishtown on Frankford Avenue

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https://www.rising.realestate/61-uni...nkford-avenue/

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404-Unit Project Under Construction on Edge of Northern Liberties

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https://www.rising.realestate/404-un...ern-liberties/

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Foundation Work Underway At 841-51 South 2nd Street In Queen Village

Philly YIMBY’s recent visit has observed sustained foundation work progress at a four-story, 42-unit mixed-use structure at 841-51 South 2nd Street in Queen Village, South Philadelphia. The structure will rise at the northeast corner of 2nd and Christian streets. Designed by Harman Deutsch Ohler Architecture, the development will span 54,313 square feet, with a plaza at the street corner and retail on the ground floor, as well as a roof deck. Permits list Indian Harbour Asset Management LLC as the contractor and a construction cost of $6.79 million.

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https://phillyyimby.com/2023/02/31654.html

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Construction Nears Completion At 943-49 Washington Avenue In Bella Vista

Philly YIMBY’s recent site visit has observed that construction work is nearly complete at a five-story, 24-unit residential building underway at 943-49 Washington Avenue in Bella Vista, South Philadelphia. The project rises on the northeast corner of the intersection of Washington Avenue and South 10th Street, just to the north of the Italian Market. Upon completion, The building will span 29,535 square feet and will feature ground-level retail. Permits list TBC LLC as the contractor and Lonny Rossman as the design professional. Construction costs are specified at $4.2 million.

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https://phillyyimby.com/2023/02/cons...ladelphia.html

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Construction Underway At 300 Christian Street In Queen Village

Philly YIMBY’s recent site visit has observed that construction is progressing at 300 Christian Street, a multi-family development in Queen Village, South Philadelphia. Designed by Ambit Architecture, the new building will rise three stories tall and hold 30 residential units, as well as underground parking for 11 cars and 14 bicycles and include a roof deck.

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https://phillyyimby.com/2023/02/cons...ladelphia.html

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Construction Underway At Garden Court Plaza At 4701-29 Pine Street In Garden Court

Philly YIMBY’s recent site visit has observed that construction is progressing at Garden Court, a seven-story, 220-unit extension of an existing building at 4746-48 Spruce Street in Garden Court (alternately Walnut Hill), West Philadelphia. Designed by PZS Architects, the project will allocate 149,590 square feet for apartments, 5,700 square feet of residential amenities, around 29,000 square feet of indoor commercial space (plus a 1,500-square-foot commercial tenant terrace) and parking for around 28 cars and 76 bicycles.

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https://phillyyimby.com/2023/01/cons...ladelphia.html

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YIMBY Looks At Recently Completed Ludlow 43 In Spruce Hill

Philadelphia YIMBY has recently visited Ludlow 43, a recently completed residential building at 12-14 South 43rd Street in Spruce Hill, West Philadelphia. The building rises six stories and 76 feet tall, making it one of the larger buildings in the area. The development features 18 residential units, which include eight one-bedrooms, five two-bedroom, three three-bedroom, and two four-bedroom apartments. Also featured in the development will be five parking spaces, a fitness center, and a roof deck.

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https://phillyyimby.com/2023/01/yimb...ladelphia.html

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Construction Underway At 741 Spring Garden Street In Poplar

A recent site visit by Philly YIMBY has revealed that construction is underway at a seven-story, 146-unit mixed-use building at 741 Spring Garden Street in Poplar, Lower North Philadelphia. Designed by JKRP Architects and developed by Arts + Crafts Holdings, the project will span 99,114 square feet, which includes retail, as well as car and bicycle parking. Permits list Camfred Construction as the contractor and a construction cost of $4.95 million.

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https://phillyyimby.com/2023/01/cons...ladelphia.html