1201-15 Vine Street. Photo by Jamie Meller. May 2025

Construction Nears Completion at 1201-15 Callowhill Street in Callowhill, Lower North Philadelphia

Philadelphia YIMBY’s recent site visit has observed that construction work is nearing completion at a six-story, 65-unit mixed-use building at 1201-15 Callowhill Street in Callowhill, Lower North Philadelphia. Designed by JKRP Architects, the structure will feature 83,667 square feet of residential area. All units will be designated as co-living spaces, boasting 239 beds in total. The project will also include 3,989 square feet of retail on the ground floor and 8,854 square feet of office and amenity space. A 17,790-square-foot underground garage will hold 41 parking spaces, with two being ADA-compliant and three designated for electric vehicles. A total of 22 bicycle spaces will be included, as well. Permits list a construction cost of $17.2 million.

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1421-29 North 17th Street Elevation

Permits Issued for 21 Units at 1421-29 North 17th Street in North Central Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the development of a new multi-family complex at 1421-29 North 17th Street in North Central Philadelphia. The scope of work includes developing a three-story housing complex that will offer 21 residential units. The project site is a vacant lot on the west side of the block, located between Master Street to the north and Willington Street to the west. Seiler + Drury Architecture is responsible for the designs. Ruggiero Plante Land Design LLC is listed as the engineer. Domus, Inc. is the general contractor.

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879 Moss Street Floor Plan

Permits Issued for Residence at 879 Moss Street in Mill Creek, Philadelphia

Permits have been issued for the construction of a new three-story single-family residence at 879 Moss Street in Mill Creek, West Philadelphia. The property site is located on a narrow residential block and will feature a basement, a roof deck, and a small rooftop access structure. The project is being developed by property owner Cornelius Cheesboro. H.A. Blacksmiths is listed as the general contractor, and 24/7 Designs is responsible for the designs.

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