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Many homes have brick exteriors and feature backyard spaces for homeowners to lounge in after a day of work. Bordered by South Broad Street to the west, Washington Avenue to the north, 6th street to the east, and Tasker Street to the south, buyers love this neighborhood because it provides an easy commute to West Philadelphia and Center City. Passyunk holds a place in the hearts of many local residents and tourists because it is the birthplace of the famed Philly Cheesesteak. Introduced in the 1930s by Pat’s King of Steaks, the restaurateur reigned supreme un...

South Philly Review Neighbors, Parks & Rec celebrate renovations to Gold Star Park The renovations to the park include new play equipment, safety surfacing and decorative borders. A basketball court that had previously been at the park was removed in favor of a larger grassy area. Parks & Rec First Deputy Commissioner Patrick Morgan speaks at the ribbon cutting for the renovations to Gold Star Park on Tuesday afternoon. | Photo by Tom Beck. Officials from Friends of Gold Star Park and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation gathered at Gold Star Park Tuesday afternoon to celebrate the space’s l...

Community demands Sanctuary Schools in Philadelphia, a ‘sanctuary city’ By Joe Piette posted on March 3, 2021 “Philadelphia has declared itself a ‘sanctuary city,’ but how can it be a sanctuary city without its schools being sanctuaries for all students?” asked Erika Guadalupe Nuñez of Juntos at a well-attended March 1 press conference outside the School District of Philadelphia headquarters. Erika Guadalupe Nuñez speaking, March 1. A major demand being directed at school officials is to set clear rules and better train staff and teachers on restrictions against Immigration a...

Press release content from Globe Newswire. The AP news staff was not involved in its creation. Rittenhouse Realty Advisors Sells 50 Units in Passyunk Square Section of Philadelphia for ... Rittenhouse Realty AdvisorsFebruary 10, 2021 GMT PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rittenhouse Realty Advisors, a commercial real estate sales brokerage firm, is pleased to announce the sale of 1200 Washington Avenue, a modular luxury apartment building in the Passyunk Square / Avenue of the Arts section of Philadelphia. The property contains 48 apartments and 2 commercial spaces. Built in 20...

Thom Carroll/for PhillyVoice While other cities in America saw a mass migration to the suburbs in 2020, the real estate market in Philadelphia boomed as long-time residents, first-time buyers, and relocating out-of-towners purchased homes throughout the city. First-time buyers interested in picking up prime real estate in Philadelphia should start browsing for their dream home as soon as possible. Local listings are selling quickly so you need to watch closely if you are planning to buy in 2021. Whether you are seeking a newly-co...