Prime development opportunity in the heart of West Philadelphia. 4900 Reno Street offers a rare by-right opportunity to construct four single-family homes in a rapidly evolving and highly accessible location. Positioned just minutes from University City, City Line Avenue, and Center City, this site provides seamless access to I-76 and major commuter routes, making it ideal for both end users and investors. Surrounded by ongoing development and neighborhood revitalization, the property benefits from proximity to major employment hubs, public transportation, parks, and local amenities. The by-right zoning allows for a streamlined path to development, presenting an exceptional opportunity to capitalize on strong buyer demand in this growing corridor. Whether you’re a builder looking for your next project or an investor seeking a well-located addition to your portfolio, 4900 Reno Street delivers location, scale, and upside potential.
Mill Creek, located between Mantua and Haddington, is a residential and institutional Philadelphia neighborhood with rowhouse blocks and broad arterial corridors. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around Lancaster Avenue at 52nd Street, where corner stores, takeout counters, and SEPTA stops line the sidewalks. Community life often orbits the Lee Cultural Center and the nearby Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall. Brick twins and porch-front rows sit beside larger campus-style buildings tied to Drexel University and Penn. Malcolm X Park adds a green pause along the creek’s former path, while Market Street and Lancaster Avenue set a steady city rhythm.
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Property details
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Interior features
Vacant
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 70 x 75
No tidal water
Home design
Fee simple ownership
Construction not completed
Construction
Construction not completed
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Financial info
2026 tax year; annual tax amount approximately $954
Other
Additional parcels present
Property currently used as vacant land
Electricity and solar
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The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly / meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Aug 26, 2024 • Final
Zoning
Erect a detached structure according to the provided plans.
Addition
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19139
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Sun exposure
60/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4900 Reno St
$174,259
$15K under list price of $189K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $175K to $369K.