The Widener Building

1 South Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107

  • For Lease Contact for pricing
  • Property Type Office - General Office
  • Property Size 433,959 SF
  • Lot Size 0.69 Acre
  • Parking Spaces Avail. 182
  • Parking Ratio 0.42 / 1,000 SF
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Building Class A
  • Year Built 1916
  • Date Updated Mar 13, 2025

The Widener Building is a 433,959-square-foot office property sitting on a 0.69-acre lot in the heart of Philadelphia. This Class 2 building offers 182 parking spaces with a parking ratio of 0.42, providing convenience for tenants and visitors. Its historic architecture, dating back to 1916, adds character while accommodating modern business needs. The property is situated within Market East, a vibrant hub for commerce and activity.

The surrounding Market East neighborhood is rich with amenities, offering unparalleled accessibility and convenience. Just steps away, you'll find the 13th Street Station and Broad Street Line entrance, ideal for public transit commuters. Dining options abound, with nearby establishments like Fogo de Chao, The Capital Grille, and Dunkin' all within 0.1 miles. For out-of-town visitors, The Ritz-Carlton, Residence Inn, and W Hotel & Element are all within a one-minute walk. The Shops at Liberty Place Food Court and Jefferson Station are also within easy reach, offering additional dining and transportation options.

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Location

Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    100/100 Walker's Paradise

  • Transit Score ®

    100/100 Rider's Paradise

  • Bike Score ®

    84/100 Very Bikeable
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  • City Philadelphia, PA
  • Neighborhood Market East
  • Zip Code 19107
  • Market Philadelphia

Points of Interest

  • Broad Street Line Entrance

    0.08 miles

  • Eastbound MFL Entrance

    0.09 miles

  • 13th Street

    0.09 miles

  • 15th Street

    0.15 miles

  • 12th-13th & Locust

    0.25 miles

  • Jefferson Station

    0.28 miles

  • 15th-16th & Locust

    0.29 miles

  • 8th Street

    0.49 miles

  • 8th & Market

    0.50 miles

  • Chinatown

    0.60 miles

  • Shell

    0.51 miles

  • Sunoco

    0.76 miles

  • Gulf

    1.10 miles

  • Lukoil

    1.19 miles

  • BP gas

    1.43 miles

  • Liberty

    1.48 miles

  • Blink

    1.92 miles

  • J&H Car Charging Station

    2.30 miles

  • ChargePoint

    2.63 miles

  • EVgo

    2.75 miles

  • The Lift at Juniper

    0.09 miles

  • Midtown Garage

    0.12 miles

  • 12th & Walnut Garage

    0.18 miles

  • 12th and Filbert Garage

    0.18 miles

  • Convention Center Parking Facility

    0.19 miles

  • LOVE Park Parking Garage

    0.26 miles

  • DoubleTree Parking Garage

    0.26 miles

  • Autopark at Jefferson

    0.29 miles

  • TJU Hamilton Garage

    0.31 miles

  • Convention Center Parking

    0.32 miles

  • The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia

    0.08 miles

  • Residence Inn Philadelphia Center City

    0.09 miles

  • W Hotel & Element by Westin Philadelphia

    0.11 miles

  • The Inn At The Union League

    0.12 miles

  • The Notary Hotel

    0.13 miles

  • Holiday Inn Express

    0.14 miles

  • Loews Philadelphia Hotel

    0.15 miles

  • The Inn at the League

    0.15 miles

  • Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

    0.15 miles

  • Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City

    0.17 miles

  • Fogo de Chao

    0.03 miles

  • The Capital Grille

    0.06 miles

  • Dunkin'

    0.08 miles

  • HipCityVeg

    0.09 miles

  • Time

    0.09 miles

  • DBG

    0.10 miles

  • Barbuzzo

    0.10 miles

  • Zio's Brickoven Pizzeria

    0.11 miles

  • El Vez

    0.13 miles

  • Sampan

    0.13 miles

  • Thomas R. Kline School of Law

    0.15 miles

  • Philadelphia Classical School

    0.29 miles

  • Thomas Jefferson University

    0.38 miles

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    0.38 miles

  • Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions

    0.39 miles

  • University of the Arts

    0.40 miles

  • Friends Select School

    0.40 miles

  • Drexel University - Center City Campus

    0.43 miles

  • Peirce College

    0.45 miles

  • Curtis Institute of Music

    0.45 miles

  • Right Steps

    0.30 miles

  • Little Scholars Academy

    0.39 miles

  • Chinatown Learning Center

    0.46 miles

  • Moonstone Preschool

    0.74 miles

  • Point Breeze Head Start Center

    1.32 miles

  • The Joshua Tree Early Learning Center

    1.42 miles

  • Chesterbrook Academy Preschool

    1.43 miles

  • Shake Rattle Roll Inc

    1.45 miles

  • Caring Center Pre-K

    1.57 miles

  • Acelero Learning

    1.71 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of office space is available to lease at The Widener Building?

The property includes 7 Office spaces located on 6 floors. Availabilities total 81,966 square feet of office space. The property offers Multi-Tenant commercial space.

Is The Widener Building suitable for a small business?

Yes, availabilities here may be suitable for small businesses with 3 office spaces under 5,000 square feet available. Space sizes here start at 1,799 square feet.

Does The Widener Building have enough space for a large business?

Yes, availabilities here could accommodate larger businesses with 3 office spaces larger than 10,000 square feet available for lease. The largest office size is 26,585 SF, available on 2 different floors. For a better understanding of how this space could work for you, reach out to schedule a tour.

Does The Widener Building have parking?
Yes, the property offers 182 parking spaces with a parking ratio of 0.42 / 1,000 SF.
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