A Promising Week for Philadelphia Planning
Last night's meeting at the Festival Pier revealed details of the Central Delaware Master Plan. Accessibility, building development, and a visit from Mayor Nutter all gave hope for a riverfront gathering space that would appeal to Philadelphia's burgeoning identity as a green city.
Yesterday also saw ground breaking on a project that will transform the Ben Franklin Parkway. Streetscaping is under way with an addition of greenery and lanes that will be shifted along the Parkway for a more organized boulevard. Plans for the Rodin Museum courtyard include restoration and landscaping. Sister Cities Park will receive an entirely new plaza. According to the City of Philadelphia blog:
“Work will soon be underway, from JFK Plaza to Eakins Oval, to remake the Benjamin Franklin Parkway as a great urban thoroughfare worthy of the cultural treasures that sit along it,” said Donald Kimelman, managing director of Pew’s Philadelphia Program. “The exciting designs for the Rodin Museum and Sister Cities Park, as well as the parkway streetscape itself, are a testament to the creativity, hard work and cooperation of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Center City District, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and the state and city governments. Those of us in the philanthropic community applaud their efforts and eagerly await a transformed parkway.”
Ready for more good city planning news? Temple's Rail Station will also receive some fine-tuning with a mixed-use development set for 9th Street between Berks and Norris Street. It'll include 164 apartments and retail space, which we know is needed in North Philadelphia and the Temple University area. How's that for awesome?
Alright, Tuesday: make things happen.
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2nd floor could be used as a hall or private club. 3rd floor rental with 3 rooms ($900/month).
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3 Must See Open Houses in Northern Liberties – Sunday, March 21st – 1:00 – 3:00pm
3 Open Houses in Northern Liberties
Sunday, March 21st
1:00 – 3:00pm
813 N Hancock St, Unit 3 - Open Contemporary Condo w/ High Ceilings Exposed Beams Hardwoods
This Condo in the heart of Northern Liberties has over 1400 sq feet of living space.
There is 8 years left on the 10 year tax abatement, 1 car off street deeded parking, and easy street parking. The master bedroom suite has a master bath with 20' high ceilings, painted brick, a formal vanity space, and exposed timber beams.
The main gathering room is enormous with 20' tall ceilings and 20' high timber beams. The original brick has been white washed and offers a perfect background for art, decorative textile, or hanging sculpture.
The contemporary and restoration style architectural elements are not overwhelmingly industrial. There are skylights, hardwood floors, and a full open kitchen. A fabulous space for entertaining. The main floor also includes a large back room with recessed lighting, 2 closets and views of the great room. There is a 2nd floor loft level w/ a bedroom suite including a full bath with washer and dryer.
This home can easily be converted from a 3 bedroom to a practical live/work space.
1027-31 N 4th Street, Unit L - Northern Liberties Contemporary/Chic Condo
Condominium development located in the heart of Northern Liberties. Walk to your favorite coffee shop, cafe, or restaurant. The Piazza and Liberties Walk are a stone's throw from this chic 3 story.
Enter through the gated courtyard with communal brick patio outdoor space. There is a 1st floor private entrance to your unit. The second floor has an open layout with a modern kitchen with cherry wood cabinets, pristine granite counters, stainless appliances and hardwood throughout.
The living room has a romantic gas fireplace with plenty of room for your flat screen and comfy furniture. There is a half bath off of the living room. Step out on to the terrace and enjoy overlooking the beautiful courtyard.
The third floor has a spacious bedroom with skylight, slider glass door with Juliette Balcony, a full master bath, washer and dryer. All baths have a contemporary Euro-style vanities and beautiful Italian tiles. There is a tax abatement along with low condo fees.
1136 Oneil Street - Remodeled Northern Liberties 3 BR Home w/ Amazing Views from Roof Deck Must See!
Beautiful 3 bedroom home-magnificent panoramic view of the city skyline from the roof deck.
Completely remodeled interior-hardwood floors, granite counter tops in modern kitchen with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, gas range, microwave over the oven and exit to concrete rear yard. Partial basement with sump pump and laundry area.
Master bedroom and bath with Kohler fixtures, whirlpool tub, high grade ceramic tile and linen closet. 3rd fl. 2 bedrooms and a hallway pull down staircase leading to the roof deck.
The deck features a magnificent view of the city and is made of Trex wood which requires no maintenance.
Additional features of this home: ceiling fans throughout, central air conditioning, new wall to wall carpet throughout 2nd and 3rd floors, hard wired smoke detectors, all rooms cable ready.
In walking distance to the Piazza and Johnny Brendas. A must see!
Discover more about Northern Liberties Life
Since the weather forecast has beautiful weather in store for Philadelphia for Sunday, why not make a day of it and tour all of these great homes. We look forward to your visits!
The Somers Team - Chris and Stephanie Somers
RE/MAX Access
215-400-2620
A Photo Tour of Fresh Grocer in North Philadelphia
North Philadelphia is a section of the city that has been ripe for another supermarket. The North Broad stretch which includes the Temple University main campus, has shown particular need for a grocery store that could provide the community with organic produce and healthier items, all at a fair price point.
The Fresh Grocer at Progress Plaza on North Broad answered the call. The market, which opened in December 2009, received partial funding from the Pennsylvania Fresh Food Financing Initiative. First lady Michelle Obama recently visited the store while in town to promote her campaign against child obesity, "Let's Move!" She commended the Fresh Grocer for its nutritious selections that appeal to children and stopped by the store's smoothie bar for a strawberry banana smoothie.
While some refer to the neigborhood as Templetown, it's not just college students who live here. The area is home to many families who are excited to have a full grocery at their doorstep. The supermarket not only means fresh food access, it also means jobs for locals. Fresh Grocer even provides a ride home to customers that live within three miles of the store and spend $50 or more on their groceries. The bright, clean, and modern store is a huge asset for the surrounding neighborhood, inspiring further economic development and promoting a healthier lifestyle for residents.
You can even follow the socially savvy supermarket on Twitter through @thefreshgrocer, from which they link to nutrition tips and store updates. Click Continue Reading to view more photos.
