Around the Block 10/25/19

October 28, 2019 BY JEFF CITY BLOCK

Please note that this edition of Around the Block was originally published on Friday, 10/25/19. Our open houses have passed as have the events listed under Philly Stuff. If you see an open house below that you really wanted to see, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. We would be happy to accommodate your busy schedule by arranging a time that’s convenient for you. That goes for open house listings and any of the featured properties below as well. Fall is the perfect time of year to explore your options here in Philadelphia. Fall Market is in full swing and there are many options! Take a look at homes that meet your criteria here. With so many varying property characteristics and price points, there’s something for everyone.

Volume 18: Issue 45 10/25/19

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

Here’s the 311 on Potholes

Philly Streets Department has filled 48,119 Potholes since Jan 1, 2019. (Source: Philadelphia Streets Department).

Did you know that you can submit a repair request online and even attach a photo of the problematic area? Some potholes are addressed by PA Dept. of Transportation or other utilities, while some may be forwarded to organizations such as PennDOT or SEPTA. Click here to request a repair. Learn more about Philly’s “Pothole Killer” machine here.

You can also download the Philly 311 app from the App Store or via Google Play and submit requests that way.
I submitted a request on my block and the pothole was actually repaired within a few weeks. I must say I was pleasantly shocked. They sent me real-time updates through the app too. Pretty cool.

Have a great weekend!

Jeff

CBT Open Houses

Saturday, October 26, 2019

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

2138 Catharine Street

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

2219 S 18th Street

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

264 S 9th Street
JUST REDUCED

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

109-11 Pine Street
NEW LISTING

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

1500 Chestnut Street #19i
NEW LISTING

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

2024 Spruce Street #6

Sunday, October 27, 2019

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

507 S 45th Street

BRAND NEW LISTING

FIRST OPEN HOUSE

Spotlight Property of the Week

264 South 9th Street with PARKING

JUST REDUCED
$1,395,000
OPEN HOUSE: SATURDAY, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

4 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Family Room

Exquisite, Renovated historic home with spectacular character and parking adjacent to the home. Large brick patio. This c. 1816 home has the best of all worlds, a pristine high-end renovation, and a most-convenient location. It also has wonderful light and significant original characters from the early 19th century. The custom renovation was completed by esteemed Philadelphia architects Voith and MacTavish.With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a family room, this home offers high ceilings, original random-width pine floors throughout, huge windows, moldings, Pennsylvania Blue Marble (exterior front steps, mantles), original doors and wood trim. Amazing space and layout. The ground level is actually an “English” Lower Level space (i.e., only a few feet below grade so nice windows and light). It offers an ideal open main living area–high-end chef’s kitchen, open dining area, and comfortable family room. Walkout to patio. The kitchen offers custom Leicht Cabinetry, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, quartz tops, and wonderful storage.

Amazing location with a 98 WalkScore. Close to tons of restaurants, cafes, Whole Foods, dog park, parks, and everything Wash West and Center City have to offer. McCall School Catchment.

NOTE ON PARKING: Seller paid assigned parking space through 12/31/2020 in lot directly adjacent to the home. Also, a 2nd space available for purchase in the French Village Parking Garage at 254 S 9th for $60,000.

View Full Listing Here

Coming Soon

Click here to see all of the Compass Coming Soons listed in the Philadelphia area this weekend. These listings are not listed on any other public site, so you can only see then on Compass.com.

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

4248 Regent Square

University City (Spruce Hill)

5 Bed | 2 Bath | Large Patio
$525,000

Philly Stuff

Enjoy a Spooktacular Saturday on the Square

From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on 10/26. bring the little ones to Rittenhouse Square in costume. Enjoy a Little Friends Costume Parade at 11:00 a.m. (complete with candy and refreshments – face painting too!) followed by a Furry Friends Costume Parade. A lot of local shops also welcome kids with candy on this day as well. Rain date: Sunday, 10/27. More info here.

AJC’s #ShowUpForShabbat Event –
This Weekend: 10/26 & 10/27

On the 1-year anniversary of the Pittsburgh Synagogue attacks, join thousands of Jews and friends and #ShowUpForShabbat this weekend to honor the eleven victims of the Pittsburgh attack. Let’s stand with Pittsburgh’s Jewish community, and raise our voices for a world without antisemitism, hate, and ignorance. You can find a participating local Synagogue here. Help define the future for generations to come. Additional info here. Follow #ShowUpforShabbat on Twitter and Facebook.

HOSR: A Regatta for Everyone in Fairmount Park: 10/26 & 10/27

It’s one of the largest rowing competitions in the world—

pairing more than 9,000 athletes and upwards of 30,000-40,000 spectators. The fall racing event, which began four decades ago, is a festive two-day experience that includes college crews, high school crews, rowing rookies, and world champions. An up-to-date schedule of events can be found here. Note: Kelly Drive will be closed to traffic beginning at 6:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

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 RECENTLY REDUCED OPEN HOUSE: 11:30 – 1:00 p.m. Society Hill 4 Bed \| 3.5 Bath Finished Lower Level $1,700,000
264 S 9th Street Garage Parking JUST REDUCED SPOTLIGHT PROPERTY OPEN HOUSE: SAT 11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Wash West 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath $1,395,000	2138 Catharine Street Garage Parking Graduate Neighborhood 3 Bed \| 2.5 Bath Finished Lower Level $925,000
507 S 45th Street BRAND NEW LISTING 1st OPEN HOUSE: SUN 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. University City (Spruce Hill) 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath $749,900	1807 Addison Street Parking Rittenhouse Square 2 Bed \| 2 Bath $649,900
4602 Springfield Avenue University City (Cedar Park) Duplex Bilevel 3 Beds/2 Baths \| 1 Bed/1 Bath $649,000	2108 Carpenter Street RECENTLY REDUCED Graduate Hospital 4 Bed \| 2.5 Bath Finished Lower Level $640,000
2024 Spruce Street # 6 OPEN HOUSE: SAT 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Rittenhouse Square 1 Bed \| 1 Bath $460,000	1500 Chestnut Street #19i NEW LISTING OPEN HOUSE: SAT 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Avenue of the Arts 1 Bed \| 1 Bath $235,000
2219 S 18th Street RECENTLY REDUCED OPEN HOUSE: SAT 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Newbold 3 Bed \| 1 Bath $232,500	1934 Dudley Street West Passyunk 2 Bed \| 1.5 Bath $220,000
2401 Pennsylvania Avenue #2A2 RECENTLY REDUCED Art Museum 1 Bed \| 1 Bath $200,000	1324 Locust Street #505 Avenue of the Arts Studio $120,000

Now Under Contract

276 S 23rd Street $995,000

312 S Philip Street $975,000

215 Headhouse Court $850,000

304 S Juniper Street $575,000

4710 Kingsessing Avenue $569,000

4521 Osage Avenue $540,000

Have a Fun and SAFE Halloween!

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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