There is no doubt Benjamin Franklin left a mark on Philadelphia, with the Founding Father’s name imprinted throughout the city, from the monumental Benjamin Franklin Bridge to the beautiful green space of Franklin Square. Then, there’s Franklinville, a busy and colorful neighborhood of North Philadelphia. Located about 5 miles from Center City, nearby rail line stations and bus routes provide residents with easy commutes around town. Brimming with blocks of rowhomes and small businesses, Max’s Steaks stands out as the community’s gem in the rough. “Max’s has the best cheesesteaks in town,” says Scott Waters, a former resident. “It’s a hole in the wall. No matter what time of the day, there’s always people there, even at 1 a.m.”
Franklinville is minutes from Center City Philadelphia.
Stop by Germantown Avenue in the Franklinville neighborhood to do your shopping.
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The best cheesesteaks in town
In Franklinville, residents can find anything from Vietnamese to Italian to classic Philadelphia staples. Max’s Steaks sits at the intersection of Erie Avenue, Germantown Avenue and North Broad Street. This popular little restaurant has made headlines for its famous two-foot “Giant” cheesesteak. It also made its T.V. debut as a background in NBC’s “This Is Us” and in Creed I and Creed II. Early mornings can be enjoyed at Erie Square Restaurants, while spots like King of Pizza and Venango Barbecue Restaurant are scattered throughout the neighborhood. Porky’s Point Restaurant, known for its Puerto Rican-style roast pork sandwiches, is another favorite. Franklinville residents can pick up groceries at Cousin’s Supermarket along North Fifth Street or pick up items at one of the various corner stores.
Max's is a Franklinville neighborhood favorite.
Porky's Point take out is a very popular restaurant minutes from Franklinville.
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Blocks of rowhomes
Urban residential streets give way to Italianate rowhomes and townhouses built in the early to mid-20th century. Bursts of color add to Franklinville’s vibrancy, with facades ranging from traditional red brick homes to hues of tan and blue vinyl siding and the occasional stone accents. Most properties boast small front stoops and fenced-in backyards. Walking down any block, newly renovated homes with updated kitchens and new flooring that range from the mid $100,000s to mid $200,000s sit next to dilapidated homes or vacant lots that sell for as low as $20,000. “There are a ton of investment opportunities in the area,” says local Realtor Brian Lanoza with Century 21 Advantage Gold, who has been in the industry since 2004. Small retail stores with second-story studios are common and priced from $160,000 to $500,000. Wrought iron bars on first-floor windows and doors are a common sight, as Franklinville garners a CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10 compared to the national average of 4.
You can buy a house that has the 1st floor available for your business in Franklinville.
You can find a bargain in Franklinville and fix it up.
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SEPTA commutes through the city
Like most major cities, SEPTA offers residents a range of public transit options. Bus stops are scattered throughout Franklinville, and both the Erie and Allegheny light rail stations are located off North Broad Street. Center City is about 5 miles away for commuters, while nearby roads like Interstate 76 and U.S Routes 1 and 13 lead to the surrounding suburbs. Jetsetters looking to catch a flight have about a 15 mile drive along Interstate 95 to Philadelphia International Airport. Franklinville is also home to Shriners Children’s Philadelphia Hospital and Temple University Hospital along Broad Street. Temple’s hospital is ranked 15th in the state by U.S. News & World Report, offering locals convenient and excellent medical care.
SEPTA has many bus routes that run in the Franklinville neighborhood.
Temple University Hospital is in the Franklinville neighborhood for emergencies.
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Recreation at Hunting Park
Although urban streetscapes comprise most of the neighborhood, Franklinville has two small pocket parks. Williams Moore Reed Memorial Park features a playground, a basketball court, and a small tricycle track. This park is named after Keisha Williams and her family, who passed away while raising money for a new community playground. At North Seventh Street and West Schiller Street intersection, rowhomes surround an open green space with a small neighborhood park. Less than 1 mile north, residents can enjoy the afternoon at Hunting Park, with amenities that range from sports fields to small playgrounds and the Lil’ Philly Safety Village. The village, also called a traffic park, aims to teach youngsters how to move safely through urban streets. Other amenities include a community garden, an outdoor pool for hot summer days and a recreation center with an indoor gymnasium.
Hunting Park has many playground areas for your children to play.
Your children will like playing at the Williams Moore Reed Memorial Park in Franklinville.
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Events at the rec center
Every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., residents can peruse a range of vendors at Hunting Park’s seasonal farmers market. With rotating vendors each week, locals can pick up fresh produce for the week, farm-fresh eggs and more. Hunting Park Recreation Center hosts occasional events like resource fairs, where families can connect with various local agencies and service providers, whether seeking mentoring, tutoring or employment opportunities. The nearby 12th and Cambria Recreation Center also hosts seasonal events like the Annual Community Day, where locals can enjoy activities, food, live music and face painting. “It’s held every August, and everything is free. People from all around town are welcome,” says Ronnie Smith, a volunteer at the 12th & Cambria Recreation Center.
12th & Cambria Playground has many activities for your children.
Play flag football at Hunting Park with friends.
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C-rated schools in Franklinville
The Philadelphia City School District serves the community, scoring below average ratings on Niche. Students who live on the east side of Franklinville may attend C-minus-rated schools like Bayard Taylor Elementary School, Roberto Clemente Middle School and Thomas Edison High School. Kindergarten through eighth-grade students on the west side attend Mary McLeod Bethune School, which also earns a C-minus on Niche. They feed into Mastery Charter School at Gratz, which provides opportunities to earn college credits and industry certifications in communications technology, healthcare and culinary arts. Temple University’s main campus is less than 2 miles away, while its Health Sciences Center and hospital are in the heart of the neighborhood.
Roberto Clemente Middle School is near the Franklinville neighborhood.
The Taylor Bayard School is the elementary school kids attend in the Franklinville neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Franklinville
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Franklinville, Philadelphia sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Franklinville, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $98,098, down 20% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,294
Median Age
37
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,951
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$35,575
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
69.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.7%
% Population in Labor Force
52.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
75/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
