Away from the bustle of downtown and sandwiched between two popular parks, Mayfair is the kind of walkable neighborhood where residents take pride in their green space and their location northeast of the city. “Mayfair is where the Greater Northeast starts,” says Stacy Stier, a broker/owner of Realty One Group Focus with 20 years of experience selling homes in the Philadelphia area. “It’s the heart of Northeast Philly.” And for those who take pride in their local teams, Mayfair is the place to be after a big game. About 10 miles northeast of downtown, the streets in Mayfair shut down so Eagles, 76ers, Flyers and Phillies fans can celebrate their wins – no matter how small. “Anytime one of our sports teams does mildly good, everyone better get straight to Frankford and Cottman,” says Stier, who grew up near Frankford Avenue.
When a championship is won, everyone comes out to party at Frankford & Cottman in Mayfair.
Center City Philadelphia is only ten miles away from Mayfair.
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Cheesesteaks and brews on The Avenue
The Northeast community gathers to watch the game in bars around the intersection of Frankford and Cottman avenues when a Philadelphia team plays, and the whole city joins them after a big win. “When the fans come to this area, you won’t be able to park or drive for 10 to 20 blocks because people are celebrating in the streets,” Stier says. “First responders grease the poles around Frankford and Cottman, so the extreme fans don’t climb them. It’s one of the most popular areas for passionate Philly fans.” Residents can catch a game while eating a cheesesteak at Frank’s Steak & Burgers, but right across the street, Francesco Steaks is just as popular. Nearby, ChickCoDo serves savory chicken sandwiches and specialty donuts by the dozen. After dinner and dessert, locals might head to Spiked Sports Lounge & Grill or Cappy’s Café for postgame brews and cocktails. In addition to pubs and restaurants, Frankford Avenue is also home to a variety of boutiques, salons, medical services and convenience stores.
Many Mayfair residents like to get their steak sandwiches at Francesco Steaks.
Cappy's Cafe is a nice place to have a drink and watch the games in Mayfair.
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Markets and parades where Frankford meets Cottman
The Mayfair Business Improvement District was formed in 2015 to help the commercial growth of the community. This growth includes attracting Philadelphians from all over the city to Mayfair – not just for sports celebrations. The Mayfair Night Market is an annual family-friendly event that takes place each May on the corner of Frankford and Cottman avenues. Visitors can browse the craft and food tents at the evening market and enjoy happy hour drinks accompanied by live music. This corner is also where the annual Mayfair-Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade comes through, which draws in thousands of people each year. And the Tree Lighting Ceremony in December means free photos with Santa.
Mayfair is hosting some sculptures along Frankford Avenue.
Greetings from Mayfair mural can be scene on Frankford Avenue.
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Traditional Philadelphia-style rowhomes
Sidewalks connect Frankford and Cottman avenues to the residential streets in Mayfair, which are made up of traditional Philadelphia-style row homes and the occasional twin home. These dwellings often feature brick or vinyl siding, and some have decorative stone accents and covered front porches. Unit sizes can range between 1,000 to 1,500 square feet, and prices typically start around $175,000 and increase to about $250,000 for a property with recent upgrades. Around the back of these homes are alleyways where residents can park their cars in attached garages or driveways.
Mayfair rowhomes often come with street parking, typical of the Philadelphia, PA area.
Stone & Brick twin homes are a common home type in Mayfair.
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Tucked between Wissinoming and Pennypack parks
Wissinoming Park, on the south side of town, has athletic fields and courts, including a roller hockey rink. Kids can also run around the playground and use the splash pad, which is open during the warmer months. Just north of Mayfair is the expansive Pennypack Park. With 1,600 acres of woodlands and grassy fields surrounding miles of trails, this park attracts dog walkers and distance cyclists. “Pennypack is enormous," Stier says. "It runs through so many different neighborhoods in Northeast Philly." Centrally located in the community, the Mayfair Recreation Center is mainly used for youth league basketball games and community meetings. Outside of the rec center, there’s a neighborhood playground and baseball diamond.
You can sit on a bench and watch your kids play at Wissinoming Park in Wissinoming
The paved trail at Pennypack Park makes it easy to push a stroller for a nice walk in the park.
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Historic and diverse public schools
Students living in Mayfair are part of The School District of Philadelphia, split between Ethan Allen School and Mayfair School for kindergarten through eighth grade. The former is placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and they both receive a C-minus grade from Niche. Students can advance to Lincoln High School, which Niche grades a C and ranks in the top 6% of the most diverse public high schools in Pennsylvania. A private school option on the south side of Mayfair, Blessed Trinity Catholic School educates students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. This school shares its grounds with Saint Timothy’s Roman Catholic Church, which has been standing tall in a Gothic Revival building since 1928.
Mayfair Elementary School welcomes students in the neighborhood of Mayfair, PA.
Abraham Lincoln High School in Mayfair main entrance.
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Shopping around Roosevelt Mall
Just north of Mayfair on Cottman Avenue is a commercial strip that includes Roosevelt Mall. This open-air shopping center has takeout eateries, fitness gyms and department stores like Macy’s, Ross and Target. After running errands, residents can check off their grocery lists at ACME Markets, located on the west side of town.
Minutes from Mayfair in Rhawnhurst, you can grocery shop at Acme.
Target on Bustleton Avenue is minutes from Mayfair where you can shop.
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Catching the SEPTA bus
Northeast Philly is commuter-friendly, with several SEPTA bus stops dispersed throughout Mayfair. “Wherever you are, you’ll see a SEPTA bus every 10 minutes,” Stier says. U.S. Route 1 runs along the north side of the neighborhood, while U.S. Route 13 runs along the south. Drivers can head toward the Delaware River and easily access Interstate 95, which runs directly into downtown Philadelphia.
You can catch a SEPTA Bus in Mayfair to get round Philadelphia.
Waiting for the SEPTA Bus in Mayfair on Roosevelt Blvd & Cottman Ave.
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Parks in this Area
Roosevelt Playground
Wissinoming Playground
Pool
Playground
Pennypack Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Mayfair Park
Baseball/Softball
Playground
Bradford Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Wissinoming Park
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
34 min drive
Bus
Cottman Av & Rowland Av
Bus
Roosevelt Blvd & Devereaux St
Bus
Roosevelt Blvd & Levick St
Bus
Cottman Av & Frankford Av
Bus
Revere St & Saint Vincent St
Bus
Battersby St & Frankford Av - Fs
Bus
Hawthorne St & Knorr St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mayfair
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mayfair Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mayfair, Philadelphia sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Mayfair, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $240,000, down 1% from the median 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
33,653
Median Age
36
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,303
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,016
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.7%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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