If Philadelphia truly is a City of Brotherly Love, then the best parts of South Philadelphia East are right there to discover. Home is a source of great pride for the locals. "You have a good, strong, working population with great cultural diversity," says Michael McCann, a 37-year real estate veteran with Keller Williams. McCann, who goes by the name "Mike McCann the Real Estate Man" around here, claims that residents looking for a more affordable alternative to the bustle of downtown Philadelphia would be wise to consider South Philadelphia East. It's simply less expensive than the actual Center City. Yes, parking is a pain, but it is not impossible. It's close to the heart of Center City. It's close to bus stops, subways and other forms of public transportation. The New Jersey bridges, as well as routes 676 and 95, are easily accessible.
South Philadelphia East
Urban Core Neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County 19112, 19148
Classic Philly row homes are the prime housing stock
South Philadelphia East is a place that transports you to another era. Homes here, mostly brick row houses, were constructed between 1900 and 1930. These houses were constructed with the specific needs of dock workers, tradespeople, electricians and plumbers in mind. This means they aren't particularly luxurious, and McCann quotes square footage ranging from 700 to 1,000. The area has no HOAs, which appeals to many who don’t care for restrictions. According to Anthony Fanelli of AM Realty Advisors, a unique trait of the neighborhood is that the residents don’t leave the neighborhood, and it is very common to see adults who grew up in the area buy homes for themselves. The area has a CAP Index crime score of 4 out of 10, which matches the national average. Although it is not unusual to see properties sell for $600,000 or more, the typical range is $150,00 to $610,000. According to McCann, you may expect to pay $600,000 or more for a three-story mansion that is in pristine shape. And the valuations have been steadily rising over the past few years. Houses with price tags as low as $150,000 can become available on rare occasions. Homebuyers in that price range should be prepared to put much time and money into repairs and renovations. Additionally, there are some million-dollar homes in the area. One nice perk to living in this neighborhood is that residents are within walking distance of Philadelphia’s professional sports complexes. All of Philadelphia's major sports arenas and stadiums are located in South Philadelphia East, making it the sports mecca of the city. Additionally, those who like an active nightlife can check out South Philadelphia East's many bars and pubs.
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Schools are why some people move to the area
Students in South Philadelphia East attend public schools run by the Philadelphia School District and nearby private and charter institutions. Abram Jenks School is where kids in grades kindergarten through fifth go, whereas Francis Scott Key School is where children in grades kindergarten through sixth go. Jenks has a B-plus rating from Niche; Key has a C-minus. Fell D. Newlin School is where kindergarten through eighth grade, while F. Amedee Bregy and John H. Taggart schools are where pre-kindergarten through eight go. Newlin received a C-minus from Niche, while Bregy received a C and Taggart received a C-minus. South Philadelphia High School and Furness Horace High School are two public high schools in the area. Both high schools have a C grade from Niche. The private elementary, middle and high school years are taught at Our Lady of Hope.
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Parks that have lots to do
South Philadelphia East is a neighborhood that welcomes pedestrians and is conveniently located near almost everything one may want or need. Marconi Plaza, Mifflin Park and FDR Park—the biggest park in South Philadelphia—are all great places to take a stroll after. FDR Park has architecture, sporting fields, lakes, and nature paths, among other amenities. With six different strip malls in the area, residents don’t have to go far from home to sh
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Pick your favorite cheesesteak
The Navy Yard is another option; it was once a military installation but has since been transformed into various public art installations, restaurants and housing options. Regarding food, South Philadelphia East is a place where you will never go hungry. Most eateries are within walking distance. A few blocks from East Passyunk Avenue are the world-famous Geno's and Pat's cheesesteaks.
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Local to New Jersey
Yes, parking is a pain, but it is not impossible. It's close to the heart of Center City. It's close to bus stops, subways and other forms of public transportation. The New Jersey bridges, as well as routes 676 and 95, are easily accessible.
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Moderate Crime
The area has a CAP Index crime score of 4 out of 10, which matches the national average.
To sum it all up
The South Philadelphia East is in a prime location—just 5 miles from the airport—so you can be out of town in just 15 minutes if you feel the urge to escape. However, you probably won't want to be away for too long because there's much to accomplish at home.e.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joseph Rey
Joseph Rey
RE/MAX One Realty
(856) 666-7653
169 Total Sales
2 in South Philadelphia East
$250K - $280K Price Range
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Benjamin Wong
Benjamin Wong
BHHS Fox & Roach-Blue Bell
(877) 554-3806
134 Total Sales
1 in South Philadelphia East
$355,000 Price
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Christina Briglia
Christina Briglia
KW Empower
(856) 443-4729
72 Total Sales
1 in South Philadelphia East
$240,000 Price
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Maria Quattrone
Maria Quattrone
RE/MAX @ HOME
(855) 933-5214
494 Total Sales
8 in South Philadelphia East
$210K - $1.2M Price Range
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William Furia
William Furia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(484) 759-8679
91 Total Sales
3 in South Philadelphia East
$185K - $390K Price Range
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Alina Xie
Alina Xie
BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon
(848) 400-4520
24 Total Sales
1 in South Philadelphia East
$160,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mifflin Square Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
League Island Park
- Picnic Area
- Events
- Parking Lot
Marconi Plaza
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Burke Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
FDR Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
Ford Playground
- Playground
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
14 min drive
Subway
Pattison
Bus
12th St & Jackson St
Bus
26th St & Tastykake - 3
Bus
Pattison Av & 7th St
Bus
Flagship Dr & 11th St
Bus
26th St & Tastykake - 1
Bus
Broad St & Langley Av
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Philadelphia East | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Philadelphia East, Philadelphia sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South Philadelphia East, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $259,117, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$245,000
Median Single Family Price
$314,950
Median Townhouse Price
$250,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Number of Homes for Sale
74
Last 12 months Home Sales
222
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$250,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,192
Median Year Built
1925
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,058
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,094
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,771
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,058
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 261 - 2:30pm
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Saturday, Apr 2612 - 2pm
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Sunday, Apr 271:15 - 2:15pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
20,289
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,126
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,662
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
70
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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