4912 Griscom St: three-story, 44-unit building

The full picture AI research · Nov 2, 2026

Project HOME, a Philadelphia nonprofit housing organization, plans a new three-story apartment building with 44 one-bedroom units at 4912 Griscom Street in Frankford. It would replace a vacant lot between Harrison and Wakeling Streets, one block from Frankford Avenue and across from Jefferson Frankford Hospital. The lot was reportedly donated by Jefferson Health.

The building would be about 33,000 square feet and roughly 34 feet to the roofline. It would be fully sprinklered. Plans show 10 outdoor parking spaces and indoor bike storage. Shared spaces would include laundry, a gym, an office and meeting rooms.

City permits have been issued, and Domus, Inc. is the contractor. Coverage does not say who the residents will be. Project HOME's other buildings offer affordable and supportive housing. No opposition was found. Reported cost figures differ, from $13 million for construction to about $22 million in total development cost.

What it could mean nearby

• Adds 44 new homes on a vacant lot, near a hospital and the Frankford Avenue commercial area.
• Plans show 10 on-site parking spaces and 18 indoor bike spots, so some residents may not have cars.
• The permit includes new curb and sidewalk work along the site.
• Construction would temporarily bring work crews and activity to the block.

Where it stands

Permits have been issued and the city has completed an environmental review for the federally linked funding. Construction is the usual next step, followed by inspections and occupancy approval. No construction start or opening date was found.

• Aug 27, 2026 Local news reported that permits were issued for the 44-unit building
• Aug 25, 2026 Latest county filing
• Jun 24, 2026 City issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (environmental review)

Want to weigh in? Permits are already issued, so there is no known open hearing; residents can contact Project HOME or the city's Department of Planning and Development with questions.

Who's behind it

Project HOME · A Philadelphia nonprofit that develops affordable and supportive housing; it reports over 1,000 units in the city.

Around the web

• Permits Issued for 44-Unit Building at 4912 Griscom Street in Frankford, Northeast PhiladelphiaPhilly YIMBY · Aug 27, 2026Gives size, permit details, parking and the project team of owner, architect and contractor.
• FONSI for 4912 GriscomCity of Philadelphia · Jun 24, 2026City environmental finding; search summaries describe 44 one-bedroom units and a total cost of about $22 million on donated land.
• Northeast TimesNortheast TimesReports permits for the 44-unit building with Project HOME as owner and Domus as contractor.

Researched by AI from public sources on Nov 2, 2026. It can make mistakes, so check the linked sources and the municipality before relying on it.