Around the Block: 6/20/25

Private Client Network, Witty takes, can’t-miss Philly updates, insider info, and curated listings – by Jeff “City” Block

Blog Copy of JCB 6/20/25 | ATB

6/20/25

Witty takes, can't-miss Philly updates, insider info, and curated listings - by Jeff "City" Block

Private Client Network

I am honored to be a member of the top network of luxury real estate professionals in the country. While The Private Client Network sold more than $7B in real estate in 2024, for me, being a long-time member of PCN has nothing to do with sales volume or number of transactions. It has to do with my ability to confidently extend my reach of Expert Real Estate Representation nationwide. In other words, when my clients come to me and ask if I can set them up with the “Jeff ‘City’ Block” of real estate brokers in some other city or state, I can make a personal introduction to the local PCN member, and they will treat that client like gold.

 

And today, I am thrilled to share that PCN, the most influential network in the residential real estate industry, is featured in a full-page advertisement on the back cover of the Wall Street Journal. You can see me right there, in alphabetical order by state—Philly, PA, comes right between Wilmington, NC, and Newport, RI. Don’t have today’s Journal? Well, if you look real close in the graphic above, you can see me right at the bottom center.

 

So, for Expert Real Estate Representation in Philly since 2001, I am the guy. And for stellar, five-star service anywhere else in the country, I can introduce you to a vetted, reliable, and industry-leading Compass Agent!  I can even provide recommendations throughout North America and some international locations as well. I take pride in recommending only the best for those who put their trust in me.


So, whether for yourself, friends, family, colleagues, or clients, please reach out for all of your real estate needs.

 

I hope you have a great weekend.

 

Warm regards,

 

Jeff

 


Please contact Jeff for information and property addresses for all Private Exclusive Listings


Spotlight Property

Rittenhouse Square

1710-12 Locust Street

7 BD | 8 BA | 9500 SF | $4,750,000

CMX-3 Zoning | Ideal Location | Customizable Opportunity | On-site Parking

This important, significant double property, steps from Rittenhouse Square is a rare opportunity offering several different flexible possibilities for use. This historic building (c. 1853) is superbly and completely renovated throughout with tasteful, bespoke finishes—all finely crafted. In absolute pristine condition and impeccably maintained.


1710-1712 Locust offers 9,500 Sq ft, CMX-3 zoning, 3 to 4 car parking, and THE premier Rittenhouse Square location--multiple opportunities await—such as—


1. Currently set up as a spacious office building with elevator, reception, multiple offices and conference rooms, kitchen, eating area, and significant storage. A turn-key, exquisite, high-end professional office building. NOTE: 1710-12 Locust is the current home of one of the nation’s premier Aviation Law Firms, and such is evident in the quality of fit and finish throughout.


2. Readily convert to a Live-Work space or office/residential mixed-use.


3. Easily convert, with minimal modifications, to one single family mansion just off Rittenhouse Square with 3 to 4 car parking. This space is readily convertible from office to residential.


4. Convert back to two spacious Rittenhouse Square townhomes.


5. Convert to a condominium conversion with various residential configurations possible to best meet your plans.


6. Any combination of the above uses.


This historic property is 34’ wide and offers a gorgeous, historic brick façade (with large window assembly that inundates the property with light). This property offers multiple conference rooms, offices, many other significant spaces, bathrooms, multi-car parking/outdoor space—all ready to go as an office or easily convertible to residential, multi-family, or mixed-use.

1710-1712 Locust Street is located in the heart of Philadelphia’s premier residential and commercial neighborhood. Within a half block of Rittenhouse Square itself and just steps from the city’s finest dining and shopping. An unequivocal A+ location.



Featured Listings

West Mount Airy

116 W Mt Pleasant Avenue

6 BD | 4.5 BA | 4250 SF | $1,525,000

University City

New Price!

4518 Walnut Street

8 BD | 3.5 BA | 4300 SF | $925,000

University City

PENDING!

429 S 45th Street

5 BD | 2.5 BA | 2958 SF | $929,000

University City

526 S 46th Street

6 BD | 3 BA | 3785 SF | $1,140,000

University City

New Price!

251 S 46th Street

7 BD | 3.5 BA | 3557 SF | $899,000

University City - triplex

COMING SOON!

4419 Baltimore Avenue

7 BD | 4 BA | 3496 SF | $860,000

University City

NEW LISTING!

Pending!

424 S 44th Street

5 BD | 2.5 BA | 3100 SF | $850,000

Ludlow - Duplex

new listing!

1302 N Marshall Street

6 BD | 5 BA | 2615 SF | $795,000

Rittenhouse

1710-12 Locust Street

7 BD | 8 BA | 9500 SF | $4,750,000

Albany Township/Berks County

333 New Bethel Church Road

6 BD | 4.5 BA | 2507 SF | $1,690,000

University City

4517 Springfield Avenue

6 BD | 4 BA | 2500 SF | $695,000

Graduate Hospital

2434 Carpenter Street

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 2029 SF | $620,000

Queen Village

PENDING!

945 S 3rd Street

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 2500 SF | $625,000

University City

818 S 49th Street

5 BD | 3 BA | 2805 SF | $639,000

University City

new listing!

New Price!

4957 Pine Street

4 BD | 1.5 BA | 2356 SF | $579,000

University City - Triplex

new listing!

4947 Catharine Street

6 BD | 3 BA | 3081 SF | $599,000

University City

Brand New Listing!

PEnding!

5015 Osage Avenue

4 BD | 1.5 BA | 1700 SF | $549,000

Society HILL

Pending!

408 S 7th Street

2 BD | 2.5 BA | 1100 SF | $495,000

University City

Pending!

5040 Larchwood Avenue

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1700 SF | $525,000

East Oak Lane

new listing!

6607 N 13th Street

5 BD | 2 BA | 2300 SF | $430,000

Fox Chase

709 Chandler Street

3 BD | 2 BA | 1600 SF | $445,000

University City - Duplex

1259 S 46th Street

4 BD | 2 BA | 1600 SF | $400,000

Graduate Hospital

1704 Webster Street

2 BD | 1 BA | 874 SF | $389,000

Cobbs Creek

NEW PRICE!

5542 Larchwood Avenue

22 Property Portfolio | $2,860,000

Southwest Schuylkill

new PRICE!

4734 Upland Street

3 BD | 1 BA | 1260 SF | $299,000

Cobbs Creek

PENDING!

5553 Hazel Avenue

3 BD | 1.2 BA | 1950 SF | $340,000

Avenue of the Arts South

Brand new listing!

1425 Locust Street #7D

1 BD | 1 BA | 883 SF | $265,000

Fairmount-Art Museum

2601 Pennsylvania Ave #952

2 BD | 1 BA | 958 SF | $265,000

Cobbs Creek

Brand new listing!

5717 Addison Street

3 BD | 1.5 BA | 1140 SF | $195,000

Logan Square

Pending!

1900 John F Kennedy Blvd #806

1 BD | 1 BA | 750 SF | $140,000

Cobbs Creek

Pending!

5745 Addison Street

3 BD | 1.5 BA | 1140 SF | $189,900

Know Someone Looking to Buy or Sell?

As always, please know that I’m humbled by and appreciative of your introductions and referrals. If you have a friend, colleague, or family member that is in need of Expert Real Estate Representation, please have them contact me.


Be assured, I will do my best to exceed their expectations! Thanks for taking the time to read this issue of Around the Block.


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