Philadelphia, PA Retail Space for Lease

Search 251 retail listings in Philadelphia, PA and find helpful local stats in the Market Overview section below.

New Market Complex

419 South 2nd Street, Society Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Office

50,000 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

2,380 SF
Year Built

1923
For Lease

$10.00 - $24.00/SF/YR
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1,250 SF | 40 E Oregon Ave | New Retail Space in South Philly

40 E Oregon Ave, Whitman, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

6,400 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,250 SF
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2719 W Girard Ave

2719 W Girard Ave, Brewerytown, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

1,200 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,200 SF
Year Built

1915
For Lease

$2,350.00/SF/MO
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1,540 SF | 118 S 7th Street | Boutique Retail/Office Space For Lease

118 S 7th St, Society Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

50,406 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,540 SF
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One Logan Square

130 North 18th Street, Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Office

595,041 SF
Availability

6 Spaces

62,799 SF
Year Built

1981
For Lease

$30.50 - $60.00/SF/YR
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1,200 - 3,200 SF | 3300 Grant Avenue | Endcap & Inline Retail Space For Lease

3300 Grant Avenue, Academy Gardens, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

71,415 SF
Availability

5 Spaces

13,880 SF
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1,300-11,600SF Retail Space for lease - New Development Opportunity

3901 Germantown Ave, Tioga, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

21,542 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

17,900 SF
Year Built

2023
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Schuylkill Yards - 3025 JFK Blvd

3025 John F. Kennedy Blvd, University City, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Office

209,000 SF
Availability

9 Spaces

179,170 SF
Year Built

2023
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2,800 SF | Center City Retail Space Available | 100 N 17th Street

100 N 17th St, Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

125,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,775 SF
Year Built

2012
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1600-50 W Girard Ave

1600-50 W. Girard Ave, Francisville, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

12,224 SF
Availability

3 Spaces

9,003 SF
Year Built

2019
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Northeast Philadelphia Retail

Cottman Ave & Bustleton Ave, Castor Gardens, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

5,450 SF
Availability

2 Spaces

5,450 SF
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One Commerce Square

2005 Market Street, Center City West, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Office

942,866 SF
Availability

22 Spaces

258,952 SF
Year Built

1986
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850 SF | 1607 South Street | Retail/Office Space for Lease

1607 South St, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

2,154 SF
Availability

1 Space

850 SF
Year Built

1915
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1731 Chestnut Street

1731 Chestnut Street, Center City West, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

6,263 SF
Availability

1 Space

2,076 SF
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3,500 SF | 1510 Chestnut Street | Prime Retail Space With Double Wide Storefront For Lease

1510 Chestnut Street, Center City West, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

3,500 SF
Availability

1 Space

3,500 SF
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39 N 3rd St

39 N 3rd St, Old City, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail
Availability

1 Space

1,317 SF
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4524 Walnut Street

4524 Walnut Street, Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail
Availability

1 Space

4,000 SF
For Lease

$20.00/SF/YR
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1,300 SF | 2038 N Front St | Retail/Office Space for Lease

2038 N Front St, Norris Square, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Office

10,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

1,300 SF
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1700 N. Broad St.

1700 N. Broad St., Cecil B Moore, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail
Availability

1 Space

10,403 SF
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1600 Chestnut Street

1600 Chestnut Street, Center City West, Philadelphia, PA
Property

Retail

3,642 SF
Availability

1 Space

3,642 SF
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Retail Space Rents in Philadelphia, PA

Rent costs for this type of commercial space depend on a variety of factors. The foremost of these is location, which will dictate how accessible a business is and how much foot traffic it gets. Other factors, such as space type and lease structure, also come into play. On average, retail space for lease in Philadelphia asks $33.49 per square foot.

Retail Space Lease Types in Philadelphia, PA

The most common type of lease agreement you’ll find here is NNN, with 98 space(s) available under this type of arrangement. The local market is also home to 10 retail space(s) offered under a Full Service lease agreement type, and 8 Modified Gross listing(s).

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Philadelphia, PA

NNN 98
Full Service 10
Modified Gross 8

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Philadelphia, PA

The average size for this type of rental opportunity in Philadelphia is 1,000 sqft to 2,500 sqft. Currently, the local market offers 124 listing(s) within that size range. You can also search 100 listing(s) in the more than 5,000 sqft range. It should be noted that spaces in this real estate category are generally specialized to cater to the needs of a particular business, so the average sizes of different retail space types can vary greatly.

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Philadelphia, PA

Retail space in Philadelphia comes in all types, shapes, and sizes, so you have a good chance to find the right space for your business. The most common type here is listed as Street Retail and you can find 96 such space(s) available.  

Street Retail spaces listed for rent here have an average size of 3,521,513 square feet. You’ll find street retail spaces are mostly located in urban and suburban areas that have high foot traffic. This type of space is often a great choice for smaller retailers that are looking for well-positioned points of sale.

The local market is also home to 12 space(s) listed as Restaurant. The average size you can expect to find for this category is 3,524 square feet. Retail space specialized for restaurants usually includes ample seating areas and enough room for the safe preparation of food. Restaurant spaces may be embedded in a larger mall or can be freestanding buildings.

What’s more, you can find 6 listing(s) in the Regional Mall category, currently available in the average size of 68,280 square feet. Regional shopping centers or regional malls are among the largest retail properties you can find. They tend to bring together a large number of customers with a wide array of businesses ready to cater to a diverse array of needs and interests.

Number of Retail Spaces for Lease in Philadelphia, PA, by Use Type

Street Retail

96

Restaurant

12

Regional Mall

6

Interior Retail

5

Neighborhood Center

1

Average Retail Listing Size in Philadelphia, PA, by Use Type

Street Retail

3,521,513 sq. ft.

Restaurant

3,524 sq. ft.

Regional Mall

68,280 sq. ft.

Interior Retail

3,619 sq. ft.

Neighborhood Center

3,760 sq. ft.

However, besides these popular subtypes, the market has a lot to offer for entrepreneurs looking for the right space to promote their business and get their goods to customers.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Philadelphia, PA

In general, the most successful retail businesses are located within relatively close proximity of each other, which leads to some neighborhoods becoming famous shopping destinations. Even in the case of suburban strip malls, the simple fact that so many different products can be purchased under the same roof can encourage customers to spend more.

Center City West is your top choice for lease opportunities, as it is currently home to the highest number of listings — 38 retail space(s). The most popular space type here is Street Retail. You can find 22 such listing(s) here.

Philadelphia’s second most popular area is Old City, where you can find 32 retail listing(s). The most likely type of space you can rent here is Street Retail. If this is the kind of property you are looking for, you will find 10 listing(s) available here.

Girard Estates is also among the best areas to search for your next commercial space. Here you can find 24 retail space(s) available for consideration by prospective tenants, of which 6 are Regional Mall.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Philadelphia, PA

Center City West

38

Old City

32

Girard Estates

24

Northern Liberties

16

Rittenhouse Square

15

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

When you’re looking to give your business a storefront, there are a lot of decisions to be made. The first choice is, of course, location. You’ll have to decide whether your business would operate better in the heart of the city or if it is more likely to thrive in a suburban setting.

Data based on retail spaces listed for rent on CommercialSearch.com

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Recent Retail Market News

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The property features nearly 40 retailers and restaurants.

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