Neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County 19142, 19143
Elmwood is a neighborhood of increasing cultural diversity, working-class residents and an impressive selection of authentic Ethiopian eateries. “It’s definitely an urban neighborhood and a highly minority-populated area,” says Samantha Robinson, a local Realtor with Long & Foster who grew up in the neighborhood. “It’s got a great location really close to a lot of different things like the airport and Downtown Philly.”
Brick rowhomes with cozy front porches line up along the streets. Some homes are recently renovated, while some are in need of a few updates. Homes range from 900 to 1,500 square feet. Depending on the size of the home and how recently it was updated, homes can range in price from $60,000 to $210,000. The average number of days on the market for Elmwood is higher than the national average. There are about 5,400 total homes in the neighborhood and almost all of them were built in the 1920s. Lots are small, and often nonexistent, with front stoops that connect directly to the sidewalk.
Elmwood residents have convenient access to SEPTA’s Subway-Surface Trolley Route 36 to travel throughout the neighborhood. Downtown Philadelphia is also just a short 10-mile drive northeast. “There’s maybe about four to five different sources of transportation in the area to get people from A to B,” Robinson says. “Lots of people commute on public transportation because it's so close. You can walk out your door and less than a block away there’s a trolley or bus that will take you anywhere you want to go in Philly.”
Students in Elmwood can attend Thomas G. Morton School which has about 420 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. Tilden Middle School has about 350 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. Both schools received a C-minus rating from Niche. John Bartram High School received a D-plus rating from Niche and has about 490 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. They offer sports programs like track and field, baseball and tennis.
Elmwood has no shortage of dining options to choose from. “There’s a place here that locals call Africatown where they’ve got at least 10 different restaurants where you can get different types of international foods,” Robinson says. Fatu’s African is one example that has authentic West African cuisine with organic ingredients and dishes like fried plantains and fish. Aseda International Kitchen specializes in Ghanaian and Jamaican dishes. Minchgirl African is another option with owners straight from Liberia. Locals can pick up their groceries from the nearby ShopRite or from one of the many markets and convenience stores like Liberia Waterside Market.
Paschall Playground has multiple sports fields and basketball courts along with a playground and pool to enjoy on hot days. Buist Park is a dog park that used to be a specialty rose nursery in the 1920s. Park visitors can still enjoy some of that original flora today when taking advantage of the park’s wide-open green spaces and paved walking trail. The nearby Elmwood Park is home to The Labor Monument: Philadelphia’s Tribute to the American Worker, which is a modern sculpture commemorating the contributions of Philadelphia’s working class to the nation’s history.
The nearby Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum has one of the highest-ranking car collections in the country, with over 70 historic racing cars from Ferrari to Bugatti to Porsche. “We hold a Demo Day event twice a month where we drive our racecars and the people in the community just love coming to watch,” says Chris Webb, communications director at the museum. “It's a great neighborhood. The people who come to see us are fantastic. They’re really positive and really enjoy our collection and the programs we provide.” Bartram’s Garden, a historic, 50-acre public garden, is nearby as well. The garden dates back to the 1720s, making it the oldest botanical garden in the United States. Visitors can walk the trails and learn about both local plants and local history. “Bartram’s Garden sits right next to the river and they have kayak floats and things,” Robinson says. “You can also rent your own little space in the gardens to grow veggies or flowers or anything you like.”
Abdulai Diallo
KW Empower
(267) 550-5915
99 Total Sales
6 in Elmwood
$83K - $185K Price Range
Meghan Chorin
Compass RE
(610) 998-3578
404 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood
$79,900 Price
KC
Kendra Chavis
Chennault Real Estate
(833) 359-5811
49 Total Sales
2 in Elmwood
$99K - $155K Price Range
Charissa Prince-Ferdinand
Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
(973) 604-3762
50 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood
$110,000 Price
Madalyn Eleby
Opulent Realty Group LLC
(215) 398-7635
87 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood
$160,000 Price
Angela Floyd
BAE Realty and Investment Services
(267) 508-7313
49 Total Sales
2 in Elmwood
$90K - $100K Price Range
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Airport
Philadelphia International
11 min drive
Subway
Elmwood Avenue And 57Th Street
Subway
Elmwood Avenue And 58Th Street
Subway
Elmwood Avenue And 59Th Street
Subway
Elmwood Avenue And 63Rd Street
Subway
65Th Street And Elmwood Avenue
Subway
Elmwood Avenue And 66Th Street
Subway
Elmwood Avenue And 68Th Street
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Elmwood | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Elmwood, Philadelphia sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Elmwood, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $152,337, up 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$2,000 per month
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