Around the Block: 1/22/2021

January 25, 2021 BY JEFF CITY BLOCK

Concise COVID-19 Vaccine information & Philly sign-up. Have you filled out an interest form or registered to get the vaccine? Please send me an email: [email protected]. This edition of Around the Block was originally published on Saturday, 1/23/21.

1/22/21

Relevant Commentary, all information Philly (real estate and otherwise), Open Houses, Listings, Happenings, and More — by Jeff “City” Block

Philadelphia’s COVID-19 Vaccine Interest Form

There has been a lot of confusion regarding the distribution of the COVID-19 Vaccine.

Well, things just got (somewhat) simplified for Philadelphia residents. Within the past 48 hours, Philly launched a COVID-19 Vaccine Interest Form. If you live in Philly, you should complete this form so that you are added to the list. It will help Philly collect data on interest in the vaccine (your information will remain private), which will then facilitate its distribution to as many people as possible. Showing interest essentially registers you to be contacted when you are eligible to receive the initial vaccine dose. To find out more on the distribution timeline, check out this Billy Penn article.

Believe it or not (and this is quite shocking, I must say), Philly has a national reputation for its excellent vaccine program, PhilaVax, which has been in place since 1994. Accordingly, Philadelphia is one of only several cities in the US to work directly with the CDC in securing its own vaccine supply and providing its own distribution (the CDC generally works with the states).

These two Billy Penn pieces provide additional details on this new interest form and how it will help Philadelphia most efficiently vaccinate its residents, and information about The Department of Health’s PhilaVax Program.

Philly’s collar counties, as well as PA, NJ, and DE, have their own registries. It is not clear what the overlapping registries mean or if you should register at both the county and state level.

One thing that is clear is that a fair and efficient distribution of the vaccine in our region, nationwide, and worldwide will both save lives and increase prosperity.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Warm regards,

Jeff

CBT Open Houses on hold. Safe private showings continue.

The City Block Team strives to be a leader in the real estate community, and keeping our clients and community safe is always a primary goal. So our open houses remain on hold until further notice due to the substantial rise in COVID-19 cases in the Philadelphia area.

All of our listings remain available for safe, private showings at your convenience, and we are always available to show.

So if you planned to hit an open house this weekend, just let me know ([email protected]). Or, if you already have a buyer agent, please contact them, and we will set the showing right away, at your convenience.

Thank you for your understanding.

Spotlight Property of the Week

7111 Germantown Avenue

$395,000 – $1,050,000

19 distinctive and dramatic condominium residences with high-end finishes, significant character, and historic charm in the heart of Mount Airy, one of Philly’s hottest and most desirable neighborhoods. On-site covered PARKING INCLUDED. Full 10-YEAR TAX ABATEMENT. Extremely low taxes, condo fees, and utility costs in this ENERGY STAR Rated project. Superior construction includes extra insulation and advanced sound attenuation methods. Many units have SIGNIFICANT OUTDOOR SPACE, including some with ground level space and some with decks with sweeping views.

This is an elevator building and is pet friendly. 7111 is comprised of very spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences, each of which has different layouts and features, including high ceilings, original hardwood floors, and exposed stone and beams. All residences have big windows, open floor plans, excellent space and light, spectacular finishes, ample closets and storage, and hardwood floors throughout. 7111 Germantown Avenue is an adaptive reuse of a historic church annex with all new systems and a newly added, beautifully designed 4th floor. Residences start at $395,000, and there are different price, size, layout, and outdoor options all the way up to magnificent #404 at $1,050,000.

7111 Germantown Avenue is a premier, highly sustainable condominium address in the northwest section of Philadelphia, developed by an award-winning development team. With visually compelling original character and space, along with stunning modern finishes, 7111 Germantown Avenue is easily accessible to so many restaurants, cafes, retail, parks, shopping, library, and more. 5-minute drive to the Wissahickon Valley and miles of wooded trails. 5-minute walk to two SEPTA regional rail lines. And, of course, a quick ride to Chestnut Hill, Center City, Manayunk, and the Main Line.

Note–90 day delivery. Floorplans available for all units. 6 UNITS UNDER CONTRACT. 13 REMAIN AVAILABLE!

Visit website here

(Safe) Philly Fun This Week

Winter at Franklin Square

The Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show has wrapped for the season, but the show’s radiant lights remain shining through the end of February during the extended Winter in Franklin Square, presented by Citizens.

Other activities through the end of February:

the outdoor Chilly Philly Mini Golf course
spins on the Parx Liberty Carousel

Look for reduced capacity at attractions, sanitizing stations, expanded seating options, and more that keeps the park safe.

Photograph & content courtesy of uwishunu.com.

Storytime in the Wintergarden

On Saturday mornings the Wintergarden on the Greenfield Lawn welcomes families for a free storytime for children ages 2-8,

Included are guest readers and special weekly themes.

The Wintergarden Storytime will be held every Saturday morning from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., starting Jan 23rd through Feb 13th.

Photograph & content courtesy of centercityphila.org.

Self-Guided Tour Kits at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

Get outdoors and enjoy a wooded exploration with a quick stop at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education’s Visitor Center.

Themed self-guided tour kits available during Schuylkill Saturdays help adventurers navigate nature. Kits are available between 10 a.m. and noon. This weekend’s themes were movement and sunlight.

Photograph from schuylkillcenter.org & content courtesy of uwishunu.com.

Featured Listings

1725-27 Addison Street Rittenhouse Square 4 Bed \| 4.5 Bath $1,275,000	7111 Germantown Avenue East Mount Airy New Construction $395,000 – $1,050,000
1601 Mt Vernon Street Spring Garden $750,000	408 S Croskey Street, Unit C Fitler Square 3 Bed \| 1.5 Bath $729,500
4 Appletree Court Old City 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath $675,000	250 S 17th Street, Unit 100 Rittenhouse Square 2 Bed \| 2 Bath $624,000
5001 Florence Avenue University City 4 Bed \| 3.5 Bath $619,000	1704 Manning Street Rittenhouse Square 2 Bed \| 2 Bath $595,000
662 N 33rd Street BRAND NEW LISTING Mantua Neighborhood $550,000	2523 Waverly Street NEW LISTING Fitler Square 2 Bed \| 1.5 Bath $539,000
1851 Blair Street Fishtown 4 Bed \| 4 Bath $525,000	4617 Pine Street, Unit H210 University City 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath $449,000
1600 S Beulah Street East Passyunk Crossing $409,000	3224 Marshall Road NEW PRICE Kellyville 3 Bed \| 1 Bath $174,000
1324 Locust Street, Unit 1123 Avenue of the Arts South Studio \| 1 Bath $95,000

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.

Some imagery in this e-newsletter was sourced via Visit Philadelphia®., UWISHUNU Philadelphia, and Canva.

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