DesignPhiladelphia and Urban Roots Present the Urban Topiary
If you haven't seen the Urban Topiary yet, here is your chance to see the unique “living” sculpture designed to engage
the community through arts and design. In conjunction with DesignPhiladelphia, JDT International will
dedicate the Urban Topiary on Saturday, October 22.
From the press release:
Designed and constructed by PrePost, the Urban Topiary compliments the newly completed nine-unit housing development, The Flats at Girard Pointe (1221-1233 N. 3rd Street), developed by Jeffrey Tubbs of JDT International Inc and Joseph Matta of CRL2 Associates, LLC. The new housing development is surrounded by over 100 of the Urban Topiary’s digitally fabricated galvanized steel tubes that unite the public sidewalk and the adjacent private yards of the housing development. The tubes make for spiraling armature for flowering vines and ivy to grow, creating an undulating topiary in the heart of Olde Kensington.
This Weekend: Do This and Tour These!
This weekend promises to be another busy fall festival filled one, so why not make a day of it...with an Event and a Show!
If you're heading to Northern Liberties for the Natural Living Expo, why not book a tour with us to see one of these:
Northern Liberties
860 Reserve at 860 N Leithgow Street, $650,000
429 Poplar Street, $530,000
1140 N Orianna Street, $419,900
919 N 2nd Street, $242,500
837 N 2nd Street, 309, $415,000
If you find yourself at the Crane Arts Building for the CAFe (Community Arts Festival) in Old Kensington, add a showing to your schedule!
Old Kensington
1223 N Howard Street, $198,500
1410 N 2nd Street, $239,000
1309 N Lawrence Street, 3 $134,999
Contact the Somers Team to book your tour!
Rent or Buy, You Decide! 1309 N Lawrence Street, 3
We always think of 1309 N Lawrence Street as an oasis in Old Kensington. For one thing, it has a serene patio and a common area featuring a garden fountain atrium. It also happens to be really close to the most charming taqueria in Philly, Taco Riendo. Sheer bliss! Not to mention it's just a short walk to SuperFresh and the Piazza.
This 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath opportunity is one of 4 units. It has an open floor plan, designer lighting package, sprawling custom cabinetry and artfully designed hardware. Of course there is granite in kitchen and baths, floating sink in powder room and recessed lighting throughout. This unit includes a tax abatement and gated parking.
And remember, it's all up to you! Rent it for $1,200 or buy it for $134,999.
Schedule your tour today! Get in touch with the Somers Team for more information.
Fresh Address: 1807 N Hancock Street
This week's Fresh Address is from our crop of fall rentals and is the ideal steal for Temple students at just $950 a month for over 1,000 square feet of space!
This is Where It's At: 1807 N Hancock Street is in Old Kensington, convenient to the Crane Arts Building, Temple University, and Fishtown and Northern Liberties.
Come On In: This 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rental has plenty of space for a roommate or two, with an updated kitchen and lots of closet space. Large bedrooms and hardwood floors are a huge plus. An outdoor patio is perfect for entertaining guests.
Call to schedule a showing today. Contact the Somers Team for more information.
You Can Huff and Puff Over Our Brick Picks!
We all know the story of The Three Little Pigs and that it did not bode so well for the pigs who built their houses out of straw and sticks. But the big bad wolf? He could not blow down the third pig's brick house. Why? Because brick is strong, smart, and classic.
There are homes out there that are just not built to last, but solid brick homes can stand strong for a long time if maintained well. We have a few brick listings that particularly stand out, and even something for those with a modern brick taste, so read on for our Brick Picks!
1140-44 N. Orianna Street and 1146 N Orianna Street is a series of New Construction brick homes in Northern Liberties. These 4 Story 3 Bedroom Homes are simply stunning with enclosed private rear yards and square footage ranging up to 3,000 sf. The neutral brick on these homes is sleek and subtle, incredibly clean-looking.
2415 S. Reese Street (at left) is a completely updated brick 2 Bedroom Home in South Philadelphia. It has a private rear yard and a nicely maintained and handsome brick front.
1903 N 2nd Street (at right) is a 3 Story 4 Bedroom Rehabbed Home in Old Kensington with a rear yard. In addition to a brick exterior, it also features some interior brick.
Come take a tour! Contact the Somers Team for more information.
Just Listed: Tons of New Properties for the Fall Season!
Fall is off to an amazing start for us, with tons of new listings that just rolled in for the season. Click on the properties to check them out! We're excited to show off these fabulous homes with the cooler weather coming, so book your tour today!
Contact the Somers Team for more information.
Fall for the Arts in Old Kensington
Give this spacious 3 Story, 6 Bedroom Home in Old Kensington an artist's touch...With 3 larger bedrooms and 3 smaller bedrooms, it's up to you to decide how to transform this space. Need an at-home studio or workshop? Ready for roommates or have a growing family? There's so much room to play with!
1410 N. 2nd Street is one block from the Crane Arts Building in an incredibly creative arts community. Ready for music, shopping, and culinary inspiration outside your door? Head two blocks to the Piazza in Northern Liberties & the new Superfresh and Liberties Walk.
The open living room has soaring 12+ft ceilings. French doors separate the large formal dining room and there is a huge eat-in kitchen, builder grade wood cabinetry, with all appliances included. The covered rear patio is completely enclosed. This home is like a giant canvas open to your ideas...fall for the arts in Old Kensington and just imagine yourself here.
Want to schedule a tour? Get in touch with the Somers Team for more information.
Fall Farmers’ Market Frenzy
We'll miss the tomatoes and peaches of high summer, but Philadelphia farmers' markets are always just as exciting come fall. Apples, pears, and fall vegetables are heading our way.
The best way to stay on top of it all is to follow @thefoodtrust on Twitter for info on new and ongoing market schedules, which food trucks will be there, special events and recipes from the Food Trust. Also stay tuned for the next Night Market this October in Chinatown!
A few of our choice markets:
Headhouse Square Market, Sundays at 10am, 2nd Street at Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (map)
Fountain Farmers' Market, Wednesdays, 3 to 7 pm, East Passyunk Ave, at 11th and Tasker Streets (map), IPM fruits & vegetables - cheese and eggs - honey - cut flowers - locally-made preserves thru Green Aisle Grocery - vegetable and fruit breads - Amish baked goods - cut flowers, Local partner: East Passyunk Business Improvement District and Passyunk Avenue Revitalization Corporation, Pennsylvania ACCESS, VISA, and MASTER CARDS accepted: : Fruitwood Orchards
Norris Square Farmers' Market, Thursdays, 1pm – 5pm, West Susquehanna Avenue at Howard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122 (map)
Tip Jar: Keep it Real with Real Artwork
The next time you're tempted to buy that mass-produced so-called "art" that you find at one of those home goods stores, think again. Just because it's cheap and your wall needs a little something doesn't make it a good idea!
For Cheap Art that you can Cherish, check out your local galleries. In Philadelphia, we are lucky to have an annual event for the penny-pinching art seekers out there. It's called Art for the Cash Poor and everything is priced under $199!
We've gone every year for the last few years and it is always a great time. The Crane Building is one of the most dynamic buildings in the Kensington South district. This area is also known as Old Kensington. But make no mistake, the Crane Arts Building in the most Southern part of Kensington has been a beacon of culture and advancement of the Arts that has really helped put the Old Kensington neighborhood on the map.
The Crane building is a converted industrial space that is now a facility that houses dozens of art studios, workshops, and gallery space for artists looking for a place to create, network, and show. This year's AFTCP art sale will run on June 11-12, with live music, food, and an outdoor vendor section. Everything is affordable and it is the one place you really can find that special work of art that you will make your home look like a million bucks.
Keep it real, people! There's great art out there at bargain prices.
Kensington for Dummies, Part I.
Are you afflicted with Confused-by-Kensington-itis? Do you find yourself asking "What is Kensington"? We hear this question from buyers, sellers, and Philadelphians from all over and we hear it OFTEN. Not many people can decide on the boundaries, exactly which part of Kensington they're visiting, or if they should just pretend it's Fishtown or Northern Liberties.
Even Kensingtonians themselves are not always sure where exactly they are.
Old Kensington, New Kensington, East Kensington, West Kensington, Kensington South, Port Fishington. There's so much Kensington out there that we decided it was time. Time for what? Kensington for Dummies.
Kensington is a section of Lower Northeast Philadelphia with the boundaries of Lehigh Avenue to the North, North 6th Street and Germantown Avenue to the West, York Street, Norris Street, and Frankford Avenue to the South and East (that sounds confusing but we'll break it down for you below). It's safe to refer to this entire area as Kensington if anyone asks. Remember to K.I.S.S. - Kensington is Simple, Stupid!
Kensington was a manufacturing center in the 18-and-early-1900's and was a hub for the textile industry.
Kensington can be broken up into 3 main areas: West Kensington, Old Kensington, and East or New Kensington.
Now let's start West and go from there:
West Kensington covers a significant chunk of land at 3.72 miles around. Think Lehigh Avenue to Cecil B. Moore Avenue, and N. 6th and Germantown Avenue to Frankford Avenue. The West is generally residential these days, but you can still see the many factories of its early years, that have recently been converted to stylish lofts for local artists -- our favorite woodworking genius has set up shop there.
View West Kensington in a larger map
Ready to move on to the rest of Kensington? Let that sink in and check in with us tomorrow for Part II.
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