Around the Block: 5/26/2023

May 30, 2023 BY JEFF CITY BLOCK

Memorial Day, 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 Friday, 5/26/23.

5/26/2023

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

Hey everyone,

It has been a busy spring, and I hope you find a chance to relax this holiday weekend. There is a great list of fun events to check out below, as well as a full slate of open houses. And a brand-new listing in Chestnut Hill.

As always, I am available to answer any questions about real estate, Philly, or otherwise, and of course, to help with the sale of a home or the purchase of a new one.

I hope you have a great weekend.

Warm regards,

Jeff

Spotlight Property

CHESTNUT HILL

10 Station Lane

Brand New Listing

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,632 SF | Superb Natural Light | Renovated Kitchens and Baths | Wonderful Outdoor Space | Driveway Parking | $650,000

On a tree-lined, secluded block with the ideal Chestnut Hill location. Lovingly renovated, updated, and maintained. This perfectly-sized 3 bedroom 2.5 bath twin offers superb natural light from three exposures (south, East, and North), wonderful outdoor space for relaxing and entertaining, renovated kitchens and baths, driveway parking (with plentiful, additional street parking), and a sloped-wooded view to the rear with the open fields of Water Tower Rec Center beyond. Renovated, eat-in kitchen with south-facing sliders to the large, private deck.

The kitchen is open and airy with ample storage and newer, high-end Samsung appliances. The kitchen opens to the dining room and living room with high ceilings and wood-burning fire place. Coat closet. Half bath. The Trex deck offers southern light and views in the winter and shade from the lovely river birches in the summer. There is a private brick side patio to boot.

Upstairs is a spacious primary bedroom with full bath, two walk-in closets, and open views. Two other nice-sized bedrooms with closets. Each bedroom has a ceiling fan. Large hall bath with linen closet. Both a hallway Laundry closet and storage closet. Clean, spacious, dry basement for storage, work shop, etc. Includes ample shelving, and two extra refrigerators. Mechanicals. Newer whole-house Generac generator included. Front garden. Secure storage shed.

Ideal Chestnut Hill location, on a charming, quiet no-outlet block just off Gravers Lane, within easy walking distance to the Gravers Lane regional Rail Station (Chestnut Hill East line) and all that Germantown Avenue has to offer.

View full listing here

Philly Fun This Week

Fun Ongoing Happenings

What’s better than enjoying a beautiful summer night and watching a movie under the stars? At Clark Park, you can do just that since its film series, cinéSPEAK Under the Stars, just returned last Friday. The three upcoming films are Hung Up On A Dream on June 2nd, Black Orpheus, on June 9th, and Little Richard: I Am Everything, on June 16th. Participants should bring their own blankets and chairs, and prior to the movies, there will be food trucks and DJs. Tickets are free.
Let lose after a long week with the After Work Sessions at the Waterfront on Friday evenings through September 22nd. This happy hour dance party runs from 7:30 to 10:30 pm and takes place at Spruce Street Harbor Park. The event is hosted by Shekhinah B. of The Women’s Coalition for Empowerment.
Head to a special bench near historic sites in Old City to hear tales about the history of our nation and Philly from award-winning storytellers. The program runs Tuesdays through Saturdays from June 15 through September 4th. You can find the benches at the following locations: Independence Visitor Center, Independence Square (behind Independence Hall), Signer’s Garden, Franklin Court, Betsy Ross House, and Franklin Square.
Celebrate Latino filmmakers and their awesome works during the annual Philadelphia Latino Film Festival that started Sunday. The festival features animations, feature films, web series, documentaries, and shorts in addition to discussions and workshops. The festival runs through July 9th and you can stay updated on the event schedule and details by checking out the official website.

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

Food & Drink Happenings, Tours, and Newly Opened Attractions

Eastern State Penitentiary’s seasonal programming Summer Twilight is back with art installations, historic tours, exhibits, hands-on activities, new events, and monthly themes. In addition to all the fun activities the historic prison also offers tasty drinks at its Fair Chance Beer Garden which features craft brews from Triple Bottom Brewing Co.
Once again the Morris Arboretum & Gardens‘ iconic outdoor model train display is back. This is its 25th year and the track has been expanded by 300 feet making it nearly one-third of a mile long and one of the largest outdoor model train displays in the country. This year’s display celebrates public gardens with miniature replicas of structures at some of the country’s most famous public gardens including the Science Pyramid at Denver Botanic Gardens and the Pavilion at Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
For some relaxing time out on the water head to Paddle Penn’s Landing on the Delaware River. This fun seasonal spot offers boat rentals and exciting kayak excursions for the whole family. One new offering this year is late-night Starlit Paddles on select Saturdays in June and July.
Enjoy lovely summer cocktails, beer, small plates, and music in a beautiful garden oasis at the Rodin Museum’s seasonal pop-up bar. The bar is open on Fridays from 4:00 to 8:30 pm through August 25th, and while there you can also explore the Museum’s wonderful exhibits.
Midtown Village‘s Drury Beer Garden just transitioned into the newly opened DBG Burger Bar with a menu that includes 15 extravagant burgers. Two of these burgers include the El Diablo which is slathered in pepperjack cheese and jalapeno and the Pizza burger which has pepperoni cups, marinara sauce, and fresh mozzarella. If you’re feeling like going all out, order the $700 Gold Standard burger which is piled high with wagyu beef, flambeed lobster, caviar, black truffle, and a gold leaf.

Photograph from & content courtesy of uwishunu.

Featured Listings

CHESTNUT HILL

10 Station Lane

BRAND NEW LISTING

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,632 SF| $650,000

MANAYUNK

4555 Riverside Way

3 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,190 SF | $1,050,000

QUEEN VILLAGE

316 Queen Street

NEW LISTING

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,953 SF | $800,000

COBBS CREEK

35 Property Portfolio in West Philly

35 Single-family Properties | $7,000,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4721 Chester Avenue

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

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 | $967,500

FAIRMOUNT-ART MUSEUM

768 N 24th Street #1

NEW PRICE

2 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,169 SF | $509,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

435 S 46th Street

5 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,721 SF | $725,000

WEST POWELTON

321 N 40th Street

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

MIDTOWN VILLAGE

105 S 12th Street #201

NEW PRICE

1 BD | 2 BA | 1,333 SF | $645,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

255 S 44th Street

4 Units | 2,000 SF | $550,000

FAIRMOUNT-ART MUSEUM

768 N 24th Street #2

NEW PRICE

2 BD | 1 BA | 1,183 SF | $399,000

MOUNT AIRY

7111 Germantown Avenue #102

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

UNIVERSITY CITY

4616 Paschall Avenue

3 BD | 3 BA | 2,800 SF | $550,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

632 S 51st Street

4 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,792 SF | $375,000

WEST MOUNT AIRY

153 W Weaver Street

4 BD | 1.5 BA | 1,240 SF | $289,000

SOCIETY HILL

504 S Hancock Street

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

WEST KENSINGTON

2545 N 6th Street

NEW LISTING

3 BD | 1 BA | 1,305 SF | $225,000

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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 UWISHUNU, cinespeak.org, and Canva.

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