Around the Block: 9/30/2022

October 3, 2022 BY JEFF CITY BLOCK

The Eagles and Superbowl LII, 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, 9/30/22.

9/30/2022

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

*Banner picture from philadelphiaeagles.com and Brandon Graham picture from Wikipedia

The Eagles and Superbowl LII

As some of you know (and others may have assumed), I am a huge Eagles fan. I simply love the Birds and I really appreciate how they are playing right now. I have been a season ticket holder since they played at Veterans Stadium. Back then I sat in the 700 Level. When they moved to the Linc, I moved to the Lower Bowl (I miss the 700 level and the Vet for football, by the way. Authentic Philly).

I will never forget traveling to Minneapolis with my uncles and cousins in February 2018 to attend Super Bowl LII. Eagles vs Patriots. Nick Foles and Tom Brady. Doug Pederson and Bill Belichick. The Philly Special. One of the greatest Super Bowls in history. I was pretty ecstatic at the end, as you can tell from this selfie.

And it meant a lot to me later that spring when I got to take my kids to the Linc to see the Lombardi Trophy in person.

Of course, this year, the Eagles are 3-0 and this Sunday at 1:00 pm marks Coach Doug Pederson’s return to Lincoln Financial Field for the first time since he parted ways with the Birds—now as the head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars. I am super pumped for the game…but I have an out-of-town wedding to go to and can’t attend. Note: While I obviously wanted to go to the game, I want to be clear that this wedding is for a very close family member, and I would not miss it for anything.

The good news for ATB readers and Eagles fans (and I guess Jags fans if any of them read the ATB) is that I am raffling off my two tickets for Sunday’s game. (Ticket giveaway is now over.) My seats are in Section 125, towards the corner of the Lower Bowl, and one cool thing about my section is that the rows right behind my seats are often populated by players’ families. Typically Eagles players and sometimes the opposing team (like when DeSean Jackson’s mom sat there and went crazy when DeSean scored a long 4th quarter TD leading the team formerly known as the Redskins to a come-from-behind victory. Exceedingly unpleasant at the time, but while that feeling has long faded, the memory of DeSean’s enthusiastic mom remains).

Let’s get to it, then. The LII reply I receive to this ATB gets the tickets (which I will then transfer electronically). Good luck to you and good luck to the Eagles against the much-improved Jags. (Please note that City of Philadelphia REALTORS® are not eligible for these tickets).

I plan to listen to the game on Sunday as we drive back from the wedding. I can get Merrill and Mike on SiriusXM Channel 226 (leaving this here so I remember what channel to tune into when I look back over the ATB on Sunday). Finally, it was great seeing the GOAT play in Super Bowl LII. And by that, of course, I mean Nick Foles!

Have a great weekend! GO BIRDS! E-A-G-L-E-S!!

Warm regards,

Jeff

Spotlight Property

UNIVERSITY CITY

349 S 47th Street #A310

Brand New Listing

2 BD | 2 BA | 1,481 SF | Striking Original Character | Superb Layout | Professionally Managed Building | $325,000

Gorgeous, spacious, updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence in popular Garden Court Condominium.

Huge spaces and stunning Western light. Striking character (all original), including hardwood floors throughout, crown and baseboard moldings, chair rails, wainscoting, detailed woodwork, and a decorative mantle. Bright, updated kitchen with tons of storage. 2 large bedrooms, both with walk-in closets and celling fans. 2 big baths, including the main which is en-suite and includes the new washer and dryer. Both baths are fully updated yet retain the original classic 1920’s vitreous marble surround, cast iron tubs, and penny round tile floors. Superb layout includes a center hall, large living room, large dining room, and amazing storage with multiple large closets, several walk-ins, 2 pantries, and more. Just Grand.

Garden Court is a professionally managed, wonderful building with spectacular indoor pool, fitness center, club room, and library. Beautiful landscaped grounds & many recent capital improvements. Significant character. Lovely tree-lined block. Walk to Clark Park and its Farmers’ Market, ReAnimator Coffee, Knockbox Café, Green Line Cafe, Local 44 and Bottle Shop, TacoTaco Mexican, Tampopo, Clarkville, Mariposa Food Co-op, University City Swim Club, Baltimore Avenue’s Restaurant Row and more. This location has a 93 WalkScore, 99 BikeScore, and tons of convenient SEPTA options. Easy access to HUP, CHOP Penn, St Joes UCity Campus, Drexel. 12 minutes to Rittenhouse Square by car or bike. Lea School Catchment.

NOTE–

All elevators in building redone. Reasonable condo fee/sq.ft. Condo fee includes Heat, Water/Sewer, Insurance, hot water, reserves, professional Management, Maintenance, Pool/Gym, beautiful landscaping, trash, snow, etc.

This property has original windows and not the new energy efficient windows that can be upgraded through the condo association. This is already factored into this priced-to-sell asking price. Buyer has option to update windows on their timetable, if they choose, in the future (all window updates are through association). Many units in the building still retain the original windows. Seller used window units or portable units to cool entire residence (not included).

View full listing here

Philly Fun This Week

Museum Attractions and More

October is Mural Arts Month and Philly celebrates its many gorgeous wall paintings with special events and attractions throughout the month including a pop-up mural museum at the Independence Visitor Center, a family-friendly Mural Arts Fest in LOVE Park, and Mural Mile walking tours.
Throughout October the Betsy Ross House hosts special twilight tours that focus on the gruesome historic happenings of past Philadelphia. Participants will listen to stories about smallpox, bloodletting, yellow fever, and more while gathered in the courtyard and will then take a spooky tour of the property. Also, catch special deals on Fridays and Saturdays that include a tour for two and a round of Spooky Mini Golf at Franklin Square.
This Saturday is the opening of the new exhibition, Vision & Spirit: African American Art at the African American Museum in Philadelphia. The exhibition features over 100 paintings, mixed-media works, photographs, and drawings from artists born in the 18th and 19th centuries and focuses on the strength of African Americans throughout U.S. history.

Photograph & content courtesy of uwishunu.

New Restaurant Specials

Mondays through Thursdays from 5-6 pm and 9-10 pm enjoy the return of Rex‘s happy hour at the Royal Theater in Graduate Hospital. Happy hour deals include discounts on select small plates, beer, wine, and cocktails. Also, catch these happy hour specials on Sunday from 5-9 pm during dinner service.
Head to the CO-OP Restaurant & Bar in University City to try its brand-new Mid-Atlantic-based menu that includes chicken raised locally at Pennsylvania family farms, locally grown root vegetables, and New Jersey hand-dug clams.

Photograph from @co.opphilly on Instagram & content courtesy of uwishunu.

Featured Listings

UNIVERSITY CITY

349 S 47th Street #A310

BRAND NEW LISTING

2 BD | 2BA | 1,481 SF | $325,000

NEWBOLD

1413 S Chadwick Street

NEW LISTING

3 BD | 3 BA | 2,340 SF | $579,000

MOUNT AIRY

7111 Germantown Avenue

New Construction

$340,000 – $1,200,000

SOCIETY HILL

742 Lombard Street

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

GRADUATE NEIGHBORHOOD

706 S Bancroft Street

3 BD | 3 BA | 1,650 SF | $635,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4601 Springfield Avenue

6 BD | 3 BA | 3,036 SF | $499,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

403 S 42nd Street

6 Units | 4,790 SF | $1,200,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4614 Paschall Avenue

4 BD | 5BA | 2,800 SF | $650,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4928 Pine Street

NEW PRICE

Duplex | 2,025 SF | $479,000

AVENUE OF THE ARTS SOUTH

1324 Locust Street #1517

Studio | 1 BA | 342 SF | $99,000

UNIVERSITY CITY

4627 Paschall Avenue

3 BD | 2BA | 1,082 SF | $250,000

FRANKFORD – PHILADELPHIA

4115 Salem Street

3 BD | 1 BA | 648 SF | $79,900

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