About 1516 N 5th St
Since the early 1900s, this historic warehouse has been a cornerstone of Philadelphia’s industrial heritage. Today, Billy Penn Studios is one of the city’s most unique creative workspaces—offering flexible commercial suites for office, e-commerce, photography, production, wellness, and more. With over 180,000 SF of reimagined space, the building supports a wide range of use...featuring original character, modern infrastructure, and a dynamic community of forward-thinking tenants. The oldest sections were constructed in Olde Kensington in the early 1900s as a lumber facility. The building is named after former occupant the Billy Penn Corporation, operator of an an aluminum products facility at 1516 N 5th St for many years. The property has been renovated into into modern business and retail spaces for lease. We also offer co-working desks and offices at Billy Penn Desks. Billy Penn Studios features a stunning lobby with original old growth yellow pine beams, and a one of a kind 3 story atrium. Amenities and Features: Busines spaces ranging from 450 sq ft to 10,000 Diverse and engaged community Flexible lease terms Off Street Parking Custom Office Fit Outs Passenger Elevator Freight Elevator Loading Docks Conference rooms and lounges Plumbing & Kitchen options High Tension 3 Phase Power 1 , 2 and 3 Phase Electric (208 / 120) Co Working Spaces Available
Features of 1516 N 5th St
MLS® # | PAPH2495878 |
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Price | $20 |
Bathrooms | 0.00 |
Square Footage | 140,000 |
Acres | 1.40 |
Year Built | 1950 |
Type | Commercial Lease |
Sub-Type | Office |
Status | Active |
Community Information
Address | 1516 N 5th St |
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Area | 19122 |
Subdivision | OLDE KENSINGTON |
City | PHILADELPHIA |
County | PHILADELPHIA-PA |
State | PA |
Municipality | PHILADELPHIA |
Zip Code | 19122 |
Amenities
Parking | Private |
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View | City |
Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
Heating | Heat Pump(s) |
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Cooling | Heat Pump(s) |
Has Basement | No |
Fireplace | No |
# of Stories | 5 |
Exterior
Lot Description | Private |
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Roof | Flat |
Foundation | Stone |
School Information
District | THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA |
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Additional Information
Date Listed | June 17th, 2025 |
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Days on Market | 118 |
Zoning | COMMERCIAL |
Foreclosure | No |
Short Sale | No |
RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
Office | Quality Real Estate-Broad St |
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Contact Info | 2154572600 |