Situated along the vibrant Girard Avenue corridor in the heart of Fishtown, 408 E Girard Avenue presents a rare mixed-use opportunity with exceptional flexibility for investors and owner-occupants alike. The property features a first-floor commercial space that is currently leased to Lot 49 Books. The tenant may remain in place for a buyer seeking immediate income, or the space may be delivered vacant, creating a unique opportunity for an owner-user or business operator. Above, the bi-level residential unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, including a Juliet balcony overlooking Girard Avenue and a large private rear deck. The residential unit will be delivered vacant by August 1, providing immediate flexibility for an owner-occupant or the opportunity to secure a new tenant at market rent. Located in the heart of Fishtown and surrounded by some of Philadelphia’s most popular restaurants, cafes, shops, and entertainment destinations, the property also offers convenient access to Center City, I-95, and public transportation.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (6/20)
$649,000
408 E Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
3beds
--baths
2,577sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$635,700 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bi-level residential unitLarge private rear deck
- 132 days
- 509
- 36
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andre Quain 215-500-9180,
KW Empower 215-627-3500
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2612872
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 650
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Other
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,577
- Total interior livable area: 2,577 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 805 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 58.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 181338100
- Zoning: CMX2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $380,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,325
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 3950
Estimated market value
$635,700
$604,000 - $667,000
$2,285/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Price change | $649,000-4.4%$252/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $679,000+36.1%$263/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/1/2022 | Sold | $499,000$194/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/16/2022 | Contingent | $499,000$194/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 1/10/2022 | Price change | $499,000-3.1%$194/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/22/2021 | Price change | $515,000-1.9%$200/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/16/2021 | Price change | $525,000-4.4%$204/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 11/12/2021 | Price change | $549,000-2.8%$213/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/27/2021 | Price change | $565,000-4.1%$219/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/20/2021 | Price change | $589,000-1.7%$229/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/16/2021 | Listed for sale | $599,000$232/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/20/2021 | Listing removed | $599,000+1.7%$232/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 8/18/2021 | Price change | $589,000-21.5%$229/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/28/2021 | Listed for sale | $750,000+52.5%$291/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2020 | Listing removed | $491,900$191/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH727368 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2019 | Price change | $491,900-6.3%$191/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH727368 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2019 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$204/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH727368 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2019 | Listed for sale | $549,900$213/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Philly #PAPH727368 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,325 +17% | $380,400 +17% |
| 2024 | $4,552 | $325,200 |
| 2023 | $4,552 +9.1% | $325,200 |
| 2022 | $4,171 | -- |
| 2021 | $4,171 +7.7% | -- |
| 2018 | $3,872 | -- |
| 2017 | $3,872 +44.7% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,675 +26750100% | -- |
| 2015 | $0 | -- |
| 2014 | $0 | $177,500 +2136.6% |
| 2012 | $2,379 | $7,936 |
| 2011 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2010 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2009 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2008 | -- | $7,936 |
| 2007 | -- | $7,936 +7.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2005 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2003 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2002 | -- | $7,392 |
| 2000 | -- | $7,392 |
| 1999 | -- | $7,392 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fishtown
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







