Around the Block: 4/21/2023

April 24, 2023 BY JEFF CITY BLOCK

Lovely spring week, our new and current listings, and Philly happenings. If you’d like to discuss real estate or anything in this newsletter please send me an email: [email protected]. This edition of Around the Block was originally published on Saturday, 4/22/23.

4/21/2023

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

Hey everyone,

Really crazy spring market. Lots of action. I love it! Beautiful spring day. Philly real estate market holding the course. Awesome new listing in Northern Liberties and tons of open houses this weekend!

Have a wonderful weekend.

Warm regards,

Jeff

Spotlight Property

NORTHERN LIBERTIES

223 W George Street

Brand New Listing

Perfect townhome on a quiet block in one of Philly’s truly A+ Locations. Excellent layout. Awesome outdoor space. High-end finishes. 2-CAR COVERED PARKING. 10′ ceilings. Wide-plank hardwood floors. Big windows for superb light.

The amazing space includes 4 bedrooms, an office, a huge finished lower level, and 3 full baths. Three outdoor spaces — Large Walk-out patio off of the open main living space. Balcony off of the master bedroom and a roof deck, both with skyline views.

Solid doors and Recessed lighting, and custom top-up/bottom-down shades throughout. Ample storage throughout. Built to passive house standards – the highest level of green building – including energy efficient windows and exterior doors and insulation, 2-zone high efficiency HVAC, and an HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilation) system. Fully sprinklered.

This home also has an agreement for eight years of access to TWO separate pool clubs. The spectacular Aqua Foro Rooftop Pool Club at the Piazza is a brand new resort style pool that includes 25,000 sq. ft of interconnected pools, hot tubs, cabanas, etc. Plus access to The Cove Pool Club at the Piazza, as well as the Cove Fitness & Recovery Center. All within one block and all included through 2031.

Then there is the location—an amazing walkable concentration of Philly’s best restaurants, coffee shops, bars, shopping, and parks/dog park. Totally ideal lifestyle—quiet street, walkable location, spacious bright energy efficient townhome with high ceilings and gorgeous finishes, perfect layout, and 2-CAR PARKING!

View full listing here

Philly Fun This Week

More Newly Opened Seasonal Bars and Attractions

This Monday was the seasonal opening of West Philly’s high-altitude attraction, Sunset Social, located in the center of Cira Green, a 1.2-acre rooftop park. The hangout spot offers a menu of craft beer, fresh and frozen cocktails, burgers and fries, chicken sandwiches, and other quick bites. So bring a blanket, grab something to eat, and enjoy the incredible views of the Philly skyline. Also look out for weekly events, including live music Tuesdays and Wednesday movie nights starting May 1st.
Want to enjoy drinks with your pup? Then visit the brand-new indoor-outdoor club, Bark Social, in Manayunk. This club serves up coffee, over 20 craft beers, and a food menu with treats for humans and their doggy partners. Sign up for a free day pass to check out the new spot and see if you’d like a full membership.
Once again the riverfront hangout spot Morgan’s Pier is open for the season. So visit the pier to enjoy a drink from the impressive beer and cocktail lists and some light bites along with gorgeous views of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge and Delaware River. And at night get ready to put on your dancing shoes and bust some moves on the dance floor.
Put on your skates and roll into the season at the Rothman Orthopaedics Roller Rink in Dilworth Park. This retro-themed rink includes a checkerboard floor and vibrant overhead art, and after you’re done skating grab a bite to eat at the Dilworth Park Café and a drink at the Air Grille pop-up beer garden. It’s recommended to make advance reservations for hour-long sessions. And look out for discounted matinee sessions on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Photograph from thephiladelphiacitizen.org & content courtesy of thephiladelphiacitizen.org and uwishunu.

Featured Listings

NORTHERN LIBERTIES

223 W George Street

BRAND NEW LISTING

4 BD | 3 BA | 3,200 SF | $975,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4721 Chester Avenue

NEW LISTING

6 BD | 3.5 BA | 6,623 SF | $1,300,000

MIDTOWN VILLAGE

105 S 12th Street #201

NEW LISTING

1 BD | 2 BA | 1,333 SF | $675,000

FAIRMOUNT-ART MUSEUM

768 N 24th Street #1

NEW LISTING

2 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,169 SF | $535,000

FAIRMOUNT-ART MUSEUM

768 N 24th Street #2

NEW LISTING

2 BD | 1 BA | 1,183 SF | $435,000

MOUNT AIRY

7111 Germantown Avenue #403

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,775 SF | $830,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4632 Larchwood Avenue

5 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,718 SF | $997,500

UNIVERSITY CITY

245-249 S 44th Street

NEW LISTING

3 Contiguous Properties | 6,726 SF | 1,525,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

249 S 44th Street

NEW LISTING

4 Units | 2,242 SF | $525,000

SOCIETY HILL

742 Lombard Street

3 BD | 2 BA | 1,446 SF | $725,000

WEST POWELTON

321 N 40th Street

5 Units | 5,792 SF | $1,595,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

435 S 46th Street

5 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,721 SF | $750,000

MOYAMENSING

1933 S 6th Street

NEW PRICE

5 BD | 5 BA | 3,250 SF | $569,000

MOUNT AIRY

7111 Germantown Avenue #102

3 BD | 2 BA | 1,670 SF | $540,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

632 S 51st Street

4 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,792 SF | $399,000

SOCIETY HILL

504 S Hancock Street

2 BD | 1 BA | 1,100 SF | $345,000

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Spotlight Property

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Philly Fun This Week

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