September 12, 2014
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Weekend Open House Roundup 9/12 – 14: Rockin’ Rittenhouse

This weekend brings us back to one of my favorite Center City neighborhoods, Rittenhouse Square! Not for nothing is Rittenhouse considered one of Philly’s best nabes – the homes are beautiful and meticulously maintained, the streets are lovely, and you are always within footsteps of world-class entertainment, dining, and shopping! 1725 Lombard Street 4 beds / 3 baths, 1,887 sqft. […]
September 11, 2014

Just Listed: 2000 Kater St A, Philadelphia, PA 19146

2000 Kater St A, Philadelphia, PA 19146 Just Listed: $599,999 Move in ready, extra-wide, 2bed/3bath Graduate Hospital corner property with private, gated 2 CAR PARKING! This 20′ ft wide, 1700 sq.ft home is located on an ultra prime Graduate Hospital block and features open layout living/dining area, hardwood floors, and renovated kitchen with heated kitchen floors and slider access to rear […]
September 11, 2014
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The Thursday Three: A Garden of One’s Own

In any big city, green space is at a premium. Oh, sure, Philly has its public parks and gardens – and in Center City, with our squares, we are spoiled for choicer in that regard – but there’s something special about a bit of greenery that belongs to you. A garden of one’s own, if you will. There’s nothing like […]
September 10, 2014
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The CENTERfold: I Left My Heart In Washington Square

There’s nothing that swoons me quite like a gorgeous old house, unless it’s a gorgeous old loft home. Guess what I found? This is 227-31 S. 6th St. #2SW, and I’m pretty sure it’s my new favorite CENTERfold home. I know I’ve said that before, but I’M SERIOUS THIS TIME, GUYS. This 2 bed/3 bath home overlooks Washington Square and […]
September 9, 2014
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Just Listed: And Now, For Something Completely Different (Rittenhouse Square Home)

Every now and then, the team lists something that is, as the title states, completely different. 1706 Locust St. is exactly that. For rent at $4,000/month, this Rittenhouse Square nest is wholly extraordinary. This townhome is located above an organic sweets shop and cafe, which – if you ask me – sounds like a little piece of heaven. Original Description: […]
September 8, 2014
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Just Listed: Kater Street Cool (Graduate Hospital Home)

What sits on a corner, has a sexy case of the blues (door-wise, that is), and is about as light, bright, and spacious as you could hope for? It’s no riddle, really – the answer is 2000 Kater St. #A, located in hip GradHosp. As far as Graduate Hospital homes go, this one is a standout. With two beds and […]
September 5, 2014
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Weekend Open House Roundup 9/5-7: North By Northwest

Trendsetters, listen up! We’re taking a look at some open houses in northwest Center City today – arguably the hippest quadrant around. If you’ve been seeking a nest in red-hot Brewerytown, Fairmount, or the Art Museum Area, one of these beautiful homes could be just right for you. 922 N Bambrey St 2 beds / 2 baths, 648 sqft $199,000 […]
September 3, 2014
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The CENTERfold: Every Little Luxury In Logan Square

Be prepared to fall hard for this gorgeous Logan Square townhome, located in Kings Court Mansion. With 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, as well as 4,341 square feet of living space, you are getting an abundance of roomy, open spaciousness so seldom seen in Center City. For the money, 2132 Race Street is the epitome of livable luxury. This is […]
September 2, 2014
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PSA: Center City, You Are Better Than Sh!%%y Photos Like This

True story: Frank lets me write just about whatever I want. (He may change that policy after he reads this.) So when I compliment his practices on this blog, it’s solely because I feel like it. I was browsing Zillow – as a real estate blogger does – this morning, looking for fodder. In my clicky travels, I came across […]