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Over the last five or so years, we’ve seen development from Fishtown make a strong push outward into South Kensington, East Kensington, Olde Richmond, and even further. Only a few years ago, there was not a ton of new construction north of York Street in Kensington. Now, hundreds of units are under development and more
It seems like at least once a month we’re covering a significant project on North Broad Street. Just about 10 days ago, we told you about a 50-unit proposal that will replace the gas station at Broad and Parrish. Alterra Property Group currently has a 410-unit mixed-use building under construction at Broad and Spring Garden.
North Broad St. continues to see more project proposals and developments moving forward. We’ve covered multiple projects between Vine and Girard amounting to over 1,000 units (check out our map for links to articles about these projects). We also covered a 225-unit tower proposal at Broad and Jefferson that seems to be held up in
Large, developable parcels along the East Passyunk commercial corridor have become few and far between as this section of South Philadelphia has morphed into a restaurant mecca. Home prices and rents have skyrocketed as amenities have been added to the neighborhood. Walk down Passyunk Ave. today and you won’t just find cheesesteaks and pasta. Various
In February of 2018, a fire ripped through the building at 239 Chestnut St. in Old City. The beautiful 5-story structure, built in 1852, was ravaged by the tragic fire that started in the basement. Several other buildings on the picturesque block of 19th century mixed-use buildings were also damaged from the blaze and subsequent
At the end of April, we told you about a warehouse in Norris Square that was approved for a 31 unit mixed-use project. Check out that article for some background information on the property. We mentioned that the warehouse at 2155-61 N 2nd St. was purchased for $350,000 in 2018 and noted that we thought this
It looks like another parcel on Frankford Avenue in Fishtown will change hands in the near future. 1831-33 Frankford Ave. just hit the market last Friday for $1.2 million. This 2,934 square foot, CMX-2 zoned corner lot sits at Frankford Ave. and Berks St. within a federal Opportunity Zone. There is a one-story garage on
The building at 3701 Chestnut St. is hitting the market. The International House Philadelphia announced today that it will be selling the building and setting a new course for the organization. The non-profit was founded in 1908 and has made it its mission to house foreign students and promote international cultures. The 14-story building at
The Spring Garden St. corridor surrounding the elevated viaduct at 9th St. has been flourishing lately with new residential units, offices, and retail hitting the market. 990 Spring Garden St. is a large seven-story warehouse built in 1927. It now houses creative, loft-style offices on the upper floors. Roy-Pitz Barrel House occupies the first floor
Frankford Avenue has seen an explosion of development over the last several years. We have seen multiple condo and apartment buildings rise, with a few currently under construction. A 30-unit mixed-use building is wrapping up at Frankford and Belgrade. Across the street, a 24-unit building with retail is beginning to rise. Just north of these