Around the Block 10/18/19

October 21, 2019 BY JEFF CITY BLOCK

Please note that this edition of Around the Block was originally posted on Friday, 10/18/19. The events listed under “Fun Stuff in Philly” may have already passed. Additionally, Open Houses have passed, but there will be more next weekend. To stay up to date on all Open Houses and featured listings, please sign up for our e-newsletter at cityblockteam.com. If you’d like to arrange a private tour of any of the homes below, please reach out to [email protected] and we’ll get you all set up. We’re happy to accommodate your busy schedule.

Volume 18: Issue 44 10/18/19

Your Weekly Dose of Real Estate News, Open Houses, Listings and More — by Jeff “City” Block

A Sign of Good Things To Come

I have been in the business a long time. Since 2001, my team and I have sold over $800,000,000 in real estate. I was named the Top Seller in Center City by the Greater Philadelphia Association of Realtors. I was a Top 20 Agent in the Berkshire Hathaway network throughout the entire United States. And now I am honored to be a Founding Agent at Compass Philly. But I am not jaded. I love my job and my enthusiasm and grit are as strong now as any other point in my career.

So let me tell you that I am super pumped with my new SEPTA bus shelter ad at the corner of 20th & Walnut. Probably no surprise here, but my kids are too! I hope you like it.

Also, the phrase “Expert Real Estate Representation” means a lot to me. It is what I demand of myself when representing every client.

Finally, here is a tie-in from my youth: In the early 80’s, I took the 42 bus and the 21 (née, the D bus) to and from school every day. Caught them both at 5th & Walnut and got off at 17th, on my way to Friends Select. About 35 years ago. #Philly.

Enjoy the weekend!

Jeff

CBT Open Houses

Saturday, October 19, 2019

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2024 Spruce Street #6

12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

215 Headhouse Court
BRAND NEW LISTING

FIRST OPEN HOUSE

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
109-11 Pine Street

NEW LISTING

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
264 S 9th Street

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
1500 Chestnut Street #19i
BRAND NEW LISTING

FIRST OPEN HOUSE

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
2401 Pennsylvania Avenue #2A2
JUST REDUCED

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

2219 S 18th Street

JUST REDUCED

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
2138 Catharine Street

JUST REDUCED

Sunday, October 20, 2019

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2108 Carpenter Street
JUST REDUCED

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
1807 Addison Street

12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
215 Headhouse Court

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
276 S 23rd Street

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
109-11 Pine Street
NEW LISTING

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

304 S Juniper Street
JUST REDUCED

Spotlight Property of the Week

1807 Addison Street
Rittenhouse Square

OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2 Bed | 2 Bath | PARKING
$649,900

Well-maintained historic townhome (c. 1860) with PARKING on a most desirable, quiet, tree-lined Rittenhouse neighborhood block. Occupied by a single owner for the last forty years, this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath home offers significant character and charm, and is waiting for your finishing touches. The 1st Floor offers an open living and dining space and a tidy kitchen. The 2nd Floor and the 3rd floor each have generous full floor bedroom suites. Large basement with laundry and ample storage.

This lovely brick townhouse comes with one rear parking spot. PERFECT LOCATION. 99 WalkScore and 100 TransitScore. Easy walk to so many restaurants, coffee shops, nightspots, shopping, Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square, University City, and Center City. GREENFIELD CATCHMENT.

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Coming Soon

Compass has many Coming Soon listings in the Philadelphia area. Click here to see all of the Compass Coming Soon Listings in Philly this week. This information is exclusive to Compass. And

If you have any interest or questions, please contact me to discuss. Below are Coming Soon listings from the
City Block Team.

507 S 45th Street

University City (Spruce Hill)

4 Bed | 2.5 Bath

$749,000

1934 Dudley Street

West Passyunk

2 Bed | 1.5 Bath

$220,000

Fun Stuff in Philly

First Annual Philly Grocery Co-op Day

On Saturday, 10/19/19, this day of fun activities and special offers includes Weavers Way Co-op, Mariposa Food Co-op, Kensington Community Food Co-op, South Philly Food Co-op, and Swarthmore Co-op. Expect raffles, money-saving deals, and educational programming for the entire family. Check out the official “Passport” here. You can earn a $25 Gift Card at your local Co-op (mine is Weaver’s Way in Mt. Airy.) More info here.

Proud to Support University City’s Halloween Tot Parade

This annual event is organized by the Spruce Hill Community Association and the awesome neighbors on the 4200 block of Osage Avenue (“Little Osage”). It’s a really fun afternoon of trick-or-treating for young children, which concludes with a block-party style Halloween celebration treating the kids to warm apple cider and other seasonal goodies.

Check it out on Halloween, 4:00 p.m. at 45th & Larchwood (then walk a few blocks, collecting candy, and end up at Little Osage).

Reading Terminal Harvest Fest–

Hay Rides, a Beer Garden, and Arts & Crafts for the Kids

An urban farm is popping up for only one day! Saturday, 10/19/19, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (11th and Filbert Sts.) There are great seasonal displays which make for awesome pictures as well as amazing food from vendors inside and outside RTM. Enjoy live music and animals from the Philadelphia Zoo too. This event is always a hit with the little ones. Adults love it too because the good eats are plentiful. Get there early to avoid crowds.

Formerly Known As the Harry potter Festival…

This most popular, annual Chestnut Hill festival is free to attend and includes both free and ticketed events. The celebration kicks off tonight with a “Brews & Broomsticks” Pub Craw and continues with family-friendly programming on Saturday 10/19. Fun hands-on craft activities, live entertainment, whimsically decorated shops, and more along the Avenue. You can get a whole lot more information (including a festival map) by visiting this site. New: Don’t miss the Wizarding Run on Saturday!

This Week’s Featured Listings

2004 Delancey Street 2-Car Garage Rittenhouse Square 6 Bed \| 5 Bath \| 2 Half-Bath $4,195,000	109-11 Pine Street Garage Parking NEW LISTING OPEN HOUSES: SAT 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. SUN 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Society Hill 4 Bed \| 3.5 Bath Finished Lower Level $1,700,000
264 S 9th Street Garage Parking OPEN HOUSE: SAT 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Wash West 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath $1,495,000	276 S 23rd Street Garage Parking Available OPEN HOUSE: SUN 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Fitler Square 4 Bed \| 3 Bath $995,000
2138 Catharine Street Garage Parking OPEN HOUSE: SAT 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Graduate Neighborhood 3 Bed \| 2.5 Bath Finished Lower Level $925,000	215 Headhouse Court Deeded Parking BRAND NEW LISTING 1st OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND! SAT & SUN 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Queen Village 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath $850,000
1807 Addison Street Parking OPEN HOUSE: SUN 11:30 – 1:00 p.m. SPOTLIGHT PROPERTY OF THE WEEK Rittenhouse Square 2 Bed \| 2 Bath $649,900	4602 Springfield Avenue JUST LISTED University City (Cedar Park) DUPLEX Bilevel 3 Beds/2 Baths \| 1 Bed/1 Bath $649,000
2108 Carpenter Street JUST REDUCED OPEN HOUSE: SUN 11:30 – 1:00 p.m. Graduate Hospital 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath Finished Lower Level $640,000	304 S Juniper Street JUST REDUCED OPEN HOUSE: SUN 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Avenue of the Arts 3 Bed \| 3 Bath \| Finished Lower Level $575,000
2024 Spruce Street # 6 OPEN HOUSE: SAT 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Rittenhouse Square 1 Bed \| 1 Bath $460,000	1500 Chestnut Street #19i BRAND NEW LISTING 1st OPEN HOUSE: SAT 12:30 – 2:00 Avenue of the Arts 1 Bed \| 1 Bath $235,000
2219 S 18th Street JUST REDUCED OPEN HOUSE: SAT 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Newbold 3 Bed \| 1 Bath $232,500	2401 Pennsylvania Avenue JUST REDUCED OPEN HOUSE: SAT 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Art Museum 1 Bed \| 1 Bath $200,000
1324 Locust Street #505 Avenue of the Arts Studio $120,000	If you’re interested in Compass Exclusives, just contact me. I’m happy to help you! [email protected]

Just a quick reminder that I’m always humbled by and appreciative of your introductions and referrals. If you have a friend or family member that is in need of expert real estate representation, please send them my way. 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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