April 7, 2012
Philadelphia Mortgage Update: April 7, 2012 (Click to enlarge image) Here’s the latest from Jason Griesser: Rates have been changing intraday, but we have been advising folks to lock their rates with the volatility going on right now. The net result was a small increase in some loans this week, but overall STILL the lowest fixed rates we’ve ever seen. […]
April 6, 2012
Steven Starr Sells In Rittenhouse Square And Buys In Society Hill Most in the Philadelphia Real Estate community know that famed restauranteur Steven Starr has listed and accepted an agreement on his Rittenhouse Square home pictured above. The property is scheduled to settle on May 29, 2012. Here’s the description of 3 bed/4.5 bath home that was listed for $2,500,000. […]
April 6, 2012
Old City Real Estate @ 101 Walnut Street One of the best examples of Old City Real Estate (and it’s a new construction condo) is 101 Walnut Street. Iconic modern Old City Real Estate design…entire 5th floor residence at 101 Walnut. Boutique, 10-unit condominium tower prominently situated at Society Hill/Old City border. Extraordinary 270 degree views, South/East/West exposures, floor-to-ceiling glass […]
April 4, 2012
Cochon Chef Opening Blue Belly BBQ In Bella Vista Large Marge checked in today with news that the head chef and owner of Cochon, Gene Giuffi, plans to open Blue Belly BBQ on the corner of 6th and Catharine in Bella Vista this summer. Word on the street is that Blue Belly BBQ will have a casual atmosphere and a […]
April 4, 2012
Three New Construction Condos In Graduate Hospital I recently mentioned a development project taking place near the corner of 16th and Christian in Graduate Hospital. A vacant lot sandwiched in between two buildings was being converted into 3 townhome style condos. The condos are nearing completion and are now available for sale at the following prices: 1542 Christian St A […]
April 3, 2012
Franklin Square Gets “The Pavilion” Last week, Deputy Mayor for Environmental and Community Resources Michael DiBerardinis and other city officials opened The Pavilion at Franklin Square. The Pavilion, a 36′ x 36 building, will host functions, be available for public use, and serve as a venue for performances. The grand opening of The Pavilion was celebrated by hosting its first […]
April 1, 2012
New Northern Liberties Apartments at 501 N. Lawrence St There are some new apartments coming to Northern Liberties at 501 N. Lawrence Street: New construction in a great Northern Liberties location. 501 N. Lawrence Street is home to three stunning apartments with dramatic skyline views. Apartment 1 is a spacious 1 BR + Den unit with large south facing windows […]
March 31, 2012
Recently Finished New Construction In Art Museum Area Was driving around the Art Museum Area yesterday and saw a recently completed new construction home. The property is located at 2015 Parrish Street and just hit the MLS at an asking price of $435,000. The home has 3 beds/3.5 baths, 2000+ sq.ft. and a 10 year tax abatement. Fabulous New Construction […]
March 29, 2012
The Industry Replacing Witch In Pennsport Finally heard from Large Marge who provided an update on Witch’s replacement in Pennsport courtesy of http://mybeerbuzz.blogspot.com. Good Dog Bar owners Dave Garry and Heather Gleason and partner Tom Darby will open The Industry at the location which formerly housed Witch at 1401-1403 East Moyamensing Avenue in Pennsport. The industry will serve “seasonal American […]