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PHILADELPHIA - Is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth most populous city in the United States. It is commonly referred to as the 'City of Brotherly Love' which is derived from the Greek language 'philos' meaning Love, and 'adelphos' which means brother.

Philadelphia is a city rich in history, but it is also continues to be a progressive city leading the nation as a major cultural, commercial, and educational center of influence. In 2005 the United States Census Bureau estimated the city proper to have a population of 1.4 Million. The Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area was estimated to have a population of 5.8 million in 2006 making it the fifth largest in the United States.

In the 18th century, Philadelphia was the most populous city in the United States. It was also the nation's 1st capital. It was also the 2nd largest city in the British Empire behind London. During this time, Philadelphia also eclipsed New York City, and Boston as a center of political and social importance. While William Penn was credited as the 'Absolute Proprietor' of Pennsylvania, it was Benjamin Franklin who was largely responsible for Philadelphia's rise. It was in this city that the American ideals of liberty, democracy, and independence took root and gave birth to the American Revolution.

CENTER CITY - is the downtown section of Philadelphia, PA that is bounded by Vine Street or Spring Garden to the North, South Street to the South, the Delaware River to the East, and Schuylkill River to the West.

Most of Philadelphia's skyscrapers are located here. City Hall continues to be the tallest and largest Masonry building in the world. Before its completion in 1901, it was intended to be the largest building in the world, but was eclipsed by the Eiffel Tower and the Washington Monument. From 1901 until the late 1980's City Hall was the tallest building in Philadelphia with William Penn's Statue set as the marker. The gentlemen's agreement to keep it the tallest building was broke in 1987 when One Liberty Place was completed. Since that time, seven other buildings exceed the statue including Two Liberty Place, which offers premium residential suites and a panoramic view of the Philadelphia skyline. Several other buildings are under construction.


Center City's neighborhoods and districts include Penn's Landing, Old City (holding the historic district, many restaurants & bars, and numerous art galleries and collectives), Society Hill, Washington Square West, Market East, Chinatown, Museum District (Located along Ben Franklin Parkway), Logan Circle, Avenue of the Arts (South Broad Street), Rittenhouse Square, and Jeweler's Row.


Neighborhoods In Center City:

AVENUE OF THE ARTS - In Philadelphia, this is a section of Broad Street that includes many of the city's cultural institutions, most notably The Academy of Music, The Kimmel Center, and The Merriam and Wilma theatres, which are located in the theater and museum districts just south of City Hall. (This area is called Avenue of the Arts South.)

The Avenue of The Arts begins north of Temple University at Broad Street and Gleenwood Avenue. It runs south along Broad Street to Washington Avenue. The University of the Arts campus is situated within the theater district along Broad Street, interspersed among the many restaurants and theatres. Widely regarded as one of the most affluent sections of the city, the Avenue of The Arts is perhaps second only to Rittenhouse Square.

'The Avenue' is also highly accessible via public transportation provided by SEPTA. This includes the Broad Street Line, Regional Rail Service, several bus stops, Suburban Station, and Market East Station, and nearby stops of the PATCO Speedline.

CALLOWHILL -is a neighborhood in Center City located in the vicinity of Callowhill Street, between Vine Street, Spring Garden Street, Broad Street, and 8th Street. The Vine Street Expressway separates Callowhill and its neighbor to the south, Chinatown.

Callowhill has recently been termed 'The Loft District' as developers have started to employ adaptive reuse projects, converting them into loft style housing. Logically, the area was once home to large scale manufacturing companies and industries.

The Reading Viaduct, the former Reading Railroad train trestle that opened in 1893, is a defining feature of the neighborhood. Although the structure is now abandoned, neighborhood groups have proposed that the structure be converted and maintained as a public park much like Manhattan's High Line.

CHINATOWN -Philadelphia's Chinatown is a neighborhood located in Center City. While similar in many aspects to Chinatowns of other cities, there is a great deal of distinctly Philadelphian architecture and cultural character here.

Chinatown stretches from Arch to Vine Streets, and from 8th to 11th Streets. The area grew from a much smaller semblance of a neighborhood in the form of a laundry on Tenth and Race Streets in 1870. Common referral to the neighborhood as it is known today began in 1926. Chinatown is a center of culture in the Delaware Valley metropolitan area. The neighborhood also serves as a center of trade, a tourist destination, and holds many of the city's finest ethnic restaurants and bakeries.

A prominent landmark in Chinatown is the 'Friendship Arch' which is call a paifang in the Chinese language, meaning 'marker edifice'. Though it is common to see a paifang in many North American Chinatowns, the arch in Philadelphia is more ornate than most.

FITLER SQUARE - In Center City, Fitler Square is a city park bounded on the north by Panama Street, and on the south by Pine Street. To the east it is bounded by 23rd Street, and to the west, by 24th Street. It was named after the late 19th century Philadelphia mayor, Edwin Henry Fitler. The neighborhood is mostly residential and composed of single-family homes. Fitler Square is also within a short walk of the commercial area of Center City. The area was also featured on a TV show simply titled 'Philly' where Kim DelaneyÕs character lived in a small apartment building there overlooking the park.


The designated neighborhood of Fitler Square is also used to term the area surrounding the square. Specifically, this area is bounded by Locust Street to the north, South Street to the south, and arguably 21st Street to the east, and the Schuylkill River on the west.

Some refer to the area surrounding Fitler Square, and the neighborhood of Rittenhouse Square as 'Rit-Fit,' given the close proximity of the 2 parks. Features of Fitler Square include a sculpture of three turtles, as well as sculptures of a Grizzly Bear and a Ram. A Victorian-era fountain is the centerpiece of the park and the fountain flows for most of the year.

Besides being a neighbor of Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square is also a neighbor of University City to the west (which is home to the University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University.), and Southwest Center City to the south, which is also known as 'South of South', or the 'Graduate Hospital Area'.

FRANKLINTOWN - An area in Center City, Philadelphia that lies north of the Vine Street Expressway, south of Spring Garden Street, and west of Broad Street. It is sometimes considered to be the southernmost part of both the Fairmount or Spring Garden neighborhoods. Franklintown consists mostly of newer high-rise and mid-rise buildings with several large parking lots. The Community College of Philadelphia is located in Franklintown.

LOGAN SQUARE - in Center City, Philadelphia is an area that lies north of Market Street, south of Spring Garden Street, east of the Schuylkill River, and west of Broad Street. This contains the Franklintown neighborhood. In addition it contains Penn Center and much of Philadelphia's Central Business District. Logan Square is one of the five squares, or parks, central to William Penn's design for Philadelphia. Logan square is named after James Logan, a late eighteenth-century mayor of Philadelphia.

MARKET EAST- is part of the downtown district in Center City, Philadelphia. Market East corresponds to the area along Market Street between Arch Street to the north, Sansom Street or Walnut Street to the south, 6th street or Independence Mall West to the east, and Broad Street to the west. Market East has served as a major retail center in the city since the early 1800's, and is the home of the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Market East has also attracted a strong corporate presence. The Philadelphia Savings Fund Society (PSFS) opened their headquarters on the southwest corner of 12th and Market Streets in 1932. Also, the federal government has established presence in Market East with a Federal Reserve regional headquarters, United States Courthouse, postal facilities, and other government agencies built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Other sites of interest here include the Wanamaker Building and Wanamaker Organ, Thomas Jefferson University and Hospital, Reading Terminal and Reading Terminal Market, The Gallery at Market East, and the Atwater Kent Museum. Market East continues to be a retail and transportation hub for the city, as well as the convention district.

OLD CITY- or 'Olde City' is a Center City neighborhood located near the Delaware River in an area first settled by William Penn and the Quakers. Tourists visiting this area will want to see Elfreth's Alley, a residential alley that is the oldest continuously inhabited residential street in the country dating back to the early 1700's. For this reason it is a National Historic Landmark. The alley is located of Second Street between Arch and Race Streets.

Present day Old City is bounded by Vine Street to the north and Walnut Street to the south, Front Street to the east, and Sixth Street to the west. The neighborhood is a popular bohemian hangout, a sought after destination for its fashionable restaurants and bars. One of Old City's most popular traditions is First Friday, a monthly event showcasing several 'open houses' by many neighborhood art galleries.

PENN CENTER - In Center City, this is the heart of Philadelphia's Central Business District. It is located north of Rittenhouse Square, south of Spring Garden, east of the Schuylkill River, and west of Chinatown.

In the mid to late 20th century, planning efforts moved the city's office sector west into the Penn Center area. As an increasing suburban population commuted into the city for office-related work, the need for convenient access to Suburban Station became more imperative than local city transit access. The rise of Penn Center is largely credited to the efforts of Ed Bacon, who was a Director of the Philadelphia City Planning Commission. He is also the father of actor, Kevin Bacon.

PENN'S LANDING - is the waterfront area of Center City, Philadelphia. Located along the Delaware River, it is named after the Founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn, who was storied to have docked here in 1682. The area is bounded by Spring Garden St. to the north, Washington Ave. to the south, the Delaware River to the east, and Front St. to the west.

Several events for the city are held at Penn's landing's two main facilities: The Great Plaza, located along the Delaware River at Columbus Blvd and Chestnut St., and Festival Pier, located on Columbus Blvd., and Spring Garden Street. There are a number of restaurants along the Delaware River, one being The Moshulu, an impressive barque moored there as a floating restaurant. There are also plans for two casinos to be built in this area with one to be owned by the Planet Hollywood parent company. Condo residences are located along the waterfront, one being Waterfront Square, which boasts river views and an outdoor park that is securely located above the building parking garage.

Several historic ships are moored at Penn's Landing. Two of these, The USS Olympia, and the USS Becuna are open to the public for touring and are part of the Independence Seaport Museum.

RITTENHOUSE SQUARE - In Center City this square is one of the five original parks planned by William Penn during the late 17th century. Rittenhouse Square was named after David Rittenhouse, a descendant of William Rittenhouse who was the first papermaker in Philadelphia. David Rittenhouse was a clockmaker and supporter of the American Revolution. Additionally, he was a noted astronomer. A lunar crater is named after him.

Today, the beautiful tree-filled park is surrounded by fine restaurants and trendy shops, 2 hotels including the five-star, The Rittenhouse Hotel (which also holds a flagship office of Prudential Fox & Roach, REALTORS*), and there are many luxury apartment buildings which include The Barclay.

The beauty of this Park can mostly be attributed to the efforts of 'Friends of Rittenhouse Square', a public-private partnership with Fairmount Park. Their contributions have included restoration of fountains and fencing, landscaping, lighting, and even the installation and stocking of doggie bag dispensers.

Generally, the name Rittenhouse Square is used to designate the neighborhood surrounding the square, and even encompassing most of the western half of Center city. In particular, the blocks to the south of the Square contain the most expensive real estate in Philadelphia. This neighborhood is also home to many cultural institutions which include the Curtis Institute of Music, the Rosenbach Museum & Library, The Philadelphia Art Alliance, and the Civil War and Underground Railroad Museum.

SCHUYLKILL RIVER - Generally pronounced 'Skoo-kull,' this is the river that borders Fitler Square and University City. If you are driving you can see the river alongside interstate I-76. It is also visible from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Boathouse Row in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park, The Strawberry Mansion Bridge, Fairmount Water Works, Bartram's Garden, and at the former Philadelphia Naval Yard which is located near the Schuylkill's confluence with the Delaware River.

For recreation, the Schuylkill River Trail is a multi-use trail for jogging, walking, rollerblading, bicycling, and other outdoor activities. The trail generally follows the river bank, and currently runs from Philadelphia to the Perkiomen Creek, just beyond Valley Forge Park. The Schuylkill River is also very popular with watersports enthusiasts, and the Dad Vail Regatta, and annual crew competition is held on the river at Boathouse Row.

SOCIETY HILL - A neighborhood in Center City defined as the area between Walnut, South, Front and 8th Streets. It contains the largest concentration of original 18th and early 19th century architecture of any place in the United States. Society Hill is a charming District with brick row-houses in Federal and Georgian styles, and cobblestone streets much like Beacon Hill in Boston.

Historically, the district is named after the 18th century Society of Free Traders, which had its offices at Front Street on the hill above Dock Creek. The neighborhood quickly became one of the most populous areas due to its location near the Delaware River and Philadelphia's civic buildings, including Independence Hall.

In the 19th century, the city moved westward and the area had lost its appeal. It wasn't until the 1950's when the city, state and federal governments started one of the first re-development and preservation programs that the area's potential was again realized. Many of the historic houses were sold to individuals who restored the exteriors. Replicas of 18th century street furniture were added to enhance the colonial atmosphere. Parks, Modern buildings, and walkways replaced empty lots and demolished buildings. Continuing the restoration of Society Hill in the 1960's, I.M Pei, noted as the last master of high modernist architecture designed Society Hill Towers, a three tower high-rise building with beautiful views of the city, and the Delaware River. Louis Sauer, one of the most prolific American architects designed dozens of row-house projects for the area around Society Hill.

Historic buildings in the district include the Society Hill Synagogue, which was originally built in 1829 as a Baptist church. Another building of note is the St. Peter's Church, which was constructed between the years 1758 - 1761. Society Hill is now a sought after destination for tourists as well as a desired residential area in the city. Besides its charming and elegant appeal, Society Hill is also conveniently located near the energy and nightlife of Old City and Abbott's Square.

SOUTH STREET - Located in Center City / Philadelphia, South Street runs from west to east and is known for its 'bohemian' atmosphere, especially present along the stretch between Seventh Street and Front Street. The area is also known for its variety of eateries and eclectic shops. One of the best cheesesteaks in town can be eaten at Jim's Steaks located on the corner of 4th and South Streets. Comparable to a large outdoor mall, South Street is one of Philadelphia's most popular tourist attractions.

Historically called Cedar Street, this street became known as South Street because it was the traditional southern boundary of Philadelphia's city limits before the townships of Passyunk, Southwark, and Moyamensing were annexed to the city.

It was on South Street that the local music community took root in the 1960's and 1970's. Artists such as George Thorogood, and Kenn Kweder among others got signed because of a loyal following of fans on South Street. Because of its growing music scene this street quickly transformed from a garment district into the famously popular clubbing and live music hotspot in the mid 1960's, to the vibrant shopping and restaurant area that it is at present. Music venues like the (TLA) Theater of the Living Arts keep the music scene alive by hosting mostly big name indie-rock, and hip-hop artists in the 1, 000 seat venue.

WASHINGTON SQUARE WEST - Is a neighborhood in downtown Center City that is named after Washington Square, the urban park on its eastern boundary. This area is located roughly between 7th and Broad Streets, and between Walnut and South Streets. It borders the neighborhoods of Chinatown to the north, Bella Vista and Hawthorne to the south, Society Hill to the east, and the Avenue of the Arts and Rittenhouse Square to the west.
Washington Square West is home to some of the oldest artists clubs in the nation. Camac Street, in the heart of the neighborhood, has officially been named the Avenue of the Artists by the city. The Philadelphia Sketch Club, founded in 1860 is the oldest existing artists club in America.

The area is also home to Philadelphia's Antique Row, and to many hospitals including that of Thomas Jefferson University, and the nation's oldest, Pennsylvania Hospital.

North Philadelphia Neighborhoods:

Lower North:
Brewerytown - is a neighborhood in the North Philadelphia district of the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. An unofficial region; Brewerytown runs approximately between the Schuylkill River's eastern bank and 23rd Street, bounded by Cecil B. Moore Avenue in the north and Parrish Street in the south. Brewerytown got its name from the many breweries that were located along the Schuylkill during the late 19th century and early 20th century. Today, it is primarily a residential neighborhood, with an active commercial sector along Girard Avenue. Brewerytown has seen a recent influx of young professionals, and it is considered a neighborhood on the rise.

Fairmount - is a neighborhood in North Philadelphia. The name "Fairmount" itself derives from the prominent hill on which the Philadelphia Museum of Art now sits, and where William Penn originally intended to build his own manor house. Real estate agents and tourists sometimes refer it to as the "Art Museum Area," for its proximity and association with the Art Museum.
Definitions for the boundaries of Fairmount vary. The most general definition of the boundaries of the neighborhood place it roughly between Vine Street to the south, Girard Avenue to the north, Broad Street to the east, and the Schuylkill River to the west.This definition places the neighborhood in both the North and Center City sections of Philadelphia, encompassing the neighborhoods of Spring Garden, Francisville, and Franklintown. Another definition of the neighborhood places the boundaries at Fairmount Avenue to the south, Girard Avenue to the north, Corinthian or 19th Streets to the east, and the Schuylkill River to the west. There are other definitions but the north and south coordinates are mostly agreed.

FISHTOWN - is a neighborhood in lower North Philadelphia. It is located immediately northeast of Center City. This neighborhoodÕs borders are roughly defined by the triangle created by the Delaware River, Frankford Avenue, and York Street. Newer residents of the area consider it to go all the way up to Lehigh Avenue. Property values have risen rapidly in recent years as the neighborhood has seen an influx of artists and professionals in a wave of gentrification.
Before the year 1800, the area was originally inhabited by members of the Lenni Lenape Indian tribe, before European settlers arrived.
The name "Fishtown" is derived from the area's former role as the center of the shad fishing industry on the Delaware River. A number of 18th and early 19th century families here bought up the fishing rights on both sides of the Delaware River from Trenton Falls down to Cape May, NJ.
Local legend traces the name of Fishtown to Charles Dickens, who purportedly visited the neighborhood in March 1842. Records show this to be false however, as it was named Fishtown prior to his visiting.
NORTHERN LIBERTIES - is part of lower North Philadelphia, located north of Center City (specifically, Old City) and is bordered by Girard Avenue to the north, Callowhill Street to the south, the Delaware River to the east, and North 6th Street to the west (from Callowhill Street to Laurel Street; from Laurel Street to Girard Avenue the eastern boundary is North Front Street).
In recent years, Northern Liberties has become a center for artists and musicians. Large improvement and revitalization projects have also been undertaken, causing a large jump in property values. The neighborhood has been targeted for revitalization because it is very close to Center City. Yet, it contains many vacant lots and abandoned historic properties. The housing stock is primarily made up of rowhouses.
Northern Liberties contains 2 public parks, both are owned by non-profit groups, run by the neighbors. One, Orianna Hill Park, is an off-leash dog run; the other, Liberty Lands, is a two-acre park and playground.
Northern Liberties is served by SEPTA's Market-Frankford EL, with stops at Spring Garden and Girard. The station at Spring Garden is unique for being in the median of interstate I-95. The elevated line's tracks then break away from the expressway's right-of-way to tower over Front Street through the neighborhood as it heads north away from Center City.

SPRING GARDEN: This neighborhood in Lower North Philadelphia has been riding the wave of Center City's economic revitalization, and it has been a prime place to live for Center City office workers. Gentrification has been a welcome reversal of earlier decline. It is also a source of concern for long-term residents who do not want their neighborhood's identity to be simply overtaken by the highest bidders.

South Philadelphia:

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - Or 'South Philly' as it's commonly called, is the section of Philadelphia bounded by South Street to the north, the Delaware River to the south and east, and the Schuylkill River to the west. This is an area rich in immigrant culture, and it is home to many whose ancestors settled in the area in the late 19th and 20th century.

The intersection of 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue is home to the locally famous and competitive Pat's King of Steaks and Geno's Steaks cheesesteak shops. Also, nearby is the city's open-air Italian Market specializing in meats, fresh produce, and other foods, which is internationally known from the film Rocky and its sequels (the actual market in the Rocky movie series is Giordano's, and owner - Paul Giordano, is seen assisting Rocky/Sylvester Stallone.)

The most famous landmark in South Philadelphia is arguably the sports complex at the corner of Broad Street and Pattison Avenue. It is home to the Philadelphia Eagles (professional football), Philadelphia Phillies (professional baseball), Philadelphia 76ers (professional basketball), and Philadelphia Flyers (professional hockey). The city is also home to several minor league teams. The annual Wing Bowl, an event sponsored by the sports talk radio station 610-WIP, make their home in the sports arenas surrounding the well-known intersection: Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field, the Wachovia Spectrum, and the Wachovia Center.

BELLA VISTA - is a neighborhood in South Philadelphia. Bella Vista means "beautiful view" in the Italian Language. The neighborhood was named by realtors, because of its view of Center City. It is bounded by South Street to the north, Washington Avenue to the south, 6th Street to the east, and 11th Street to the west. Bella Vista is home to the country's oldest open-air market, the Italian Market.

ITALIAN MARKET - In South Philadelphia, the term 'Italian Market' is also used to describe the surrounding neighborhood that's nestled between South Street to the north, and Wharton Street to the south, in South Philadelphia.

The Italian Market is an "outdoor" market. The area is bustling with activity. Bright and colorful metal awnings cover the sidewalks where vendors offer fruit, vegetables, fish, poultry, cheese, and housewares. Ground floor shops in traditional Philadelphia rowhouses line the street. Owners traditionally lived above their shops, and many still do.
The market is open year round, generally from 9 am to 5 pm. Most businesses are closed on Monday. The broad awnings shield shoppers from rain, sun, or snow. Vendors set up burn barrels during the winter season in the street near their stands, which adds warmth and character.
As much of Philadelphia has gentrified, so has the Italian Market. Today, cozy cafes, upscale gift stores, and renowned gourmet shops are thriving among the markets traditional vendors.

PACKER PARK - is a neighborhood located in the South Philadelphia that includes 1,200 homes built in two unique builder developments of Packer Park 1950's, and Brinton Estates 1990's. It is one of four residential communities that form Philadelphia's special Sports Complex District. The boundaries are Packer Avenue to the north, Hartranft Street to the south, Broad Street to the east, and 20th Street to the west.
The Reserve at Packer Park, another separate housing development of 230 homes was built in 2004 on a land area to the west of 20th Street.
This urban townhouse community distinguishes itself in South Philadelphia by providing a greater green park setting, and air-lite homes with a unique style of step down living rooms. It was named after the main Avenue by the primary real estate developer, Ludwig Capozzi. Packer Avenue itself was named in honor of William Fisher Packer, a governor of Pennsylvania, and was built as an approach to the American International exposition grounds of the Sesquicentennial Exposition of 1926. Following the exposition, the US Navy built temporary housing on the site. In the 1950's the Navy moved to the Capehart site and this opened up the site to development of Packer Park. To the east is the South Philadelphia sports complex.

PENNSPORT - is a neighborhood in South Philadelphia. It is bounded on the north by Washington Avenue, on the south by Snyder Avenue, on the east by the Delaware River, and on the west by Fourth Street. The name "Pennsport" was coined roughly 30 years ago when the federal government was spending money on urban renewal. As boundary lines were drawn, the city named certain communities.

The area of Pennsport was originally developed during the colonial period, and is rich in architecture. The area is also considered one of the oldest sections of South Philadelphia, and the neighborhood has properties with great historical significance. Some homes date back to 1815.
The newly revitalized Jefferson Square Park, at Third and Federal streets, is also a historic landmark. While President Lincoln was more than 100 miles away reciting the famous Gettysburg Address, his wife Mary was also giving the very same speech to soldiers camped at this very site.
Later, the neighborhood became the city's manufacturing sector. As a result of this era of increased job opportunities, many of the same families have been living there for generations.
Now a great Philadelphia tradition, The first official Mummers Parade in 1901 brought something unique to the community. String bands joined the uniquely dressed-up marchers a year later. Traditionally, the marchers would go door-to-door reciting a phrase that requested a 'steaming hot bowl of Pepper Pot Soup'. This soup was originally created during the winter of 1777-1778, when George Washington's army was down to tripe, peppercorns and various scraps of other food. The cook devised this dish and named it in honor of his hometown, Philadelphia.
Today, a century later, Mummer mania is still alive and strong. The main 'New Year's Parade' returned to South Broad Street last year, but the annual "Two Street" march never left.

QUEEN VILLAGE - A neighborhood in South Philadelphia. Historically, it is said that the area was named Wiccaco, or 'pleasant place' and was named by the Lenni Lenape Indian Tribe. Later, the area became a Swedish settlement long before the founding of Philadelphia in 1682. William Penn changed the name of Wiccaco to Southwark, after a similarly situated neighborhood on the south bank of the Thames in London.
In the late 1970s, Southwark was renamed Queen Village after Queen Christina of Sweden, to recognize her role in promoting the original settlements. A prominent landmark from the original Swedish settlement is Gloria Dei (Old Swedes') Church. Completed in 1700, the impressive brick church between Christian Street and Washington Avenue is constructed in the Flemish Bond style, alternating red and black header bricks. After serving as the Swedish Lutheran Church for more than 150 years, it has been a part of the Episcopal Church since 1845. It is the oldest church in Pennsylvania.

SOUTHWEST CENTER CITY (SWCC) - is a neighborhood in South Philadelphia. The neighborhood is bordered on the north by South Street, on the south by Washington Avenue, Broad Street on the east, and by the Schuylkill River on the west. It has been referred to as the Graduate Hospital area for roughly the past 20 years, and also South of South.
It is rich in history and architectural landmarks, and charming nineteenth-century rowhomes are abundant. It is a transitional area between Center City and Point Breeze. (SWCC) is home to several community service organizations, churches, a few retail establishments and a light industry. In recent years the area has experienced exponential growth and gentrification with hundreds of single family homes and condominium units and dozens of new retail establishments.

West Philadelphia:

UNIVERSITY CITY - is a district in West Philadelphia whose name reflects the proximity of several educational institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College, and Lincoln University Urban Center.
University City's current boundaries are Spring Garden, Market Street, and Powelton Avenue to the north, University Avenue and part of Woodland Avenue to the south, 29th Street and the Schuylkill River to the east, and 50th Street to the west. These boundaries are defined by the nonprofit University City District organization. The boundaries include the West Philadelphia Streetcar Suburb District.
University City's boundaries also include many buildings of science, such as the Monell Chemical Senses Center, and the Wistar Institute
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Northwest Philadelphia:

Northwest Philadelphia

CHESTNUT HILL - The village of Chestnut Hill is located in Northwest Philadelphia. During the U.S. Revolutionary War era (late 18th century), the area was one of many summer vacation spots due to its higher elevation (400-500 feet above sea level) and cooler temperatures than Center City.
The area is also an early "streetcar suburb" of Philadelphia, and contains a variety of 19th and early - 20th century residential buildings by many prominent Philadelphia architects.
In 2005, Chestnut Hill had a median home sale price of $397,500 -the highest of any Philadelphia neighborhood outside of Center City. This price was a decline of 2% from its 2004 median price.
Some historic and notable properties designed by renowned architects in this neighborhood are the Esherick House, designed by Louis Kahn, the Vanna Venturi House by Robert Venturi, and the estate of Frederick Winslow Taylor.

Manayunk is a neighborhood in the northwestern section of Philadelphia. Located on the banks of the Schuylkill River, it is known to have the first canal begun in the United States. The name comes from the language of the Lenape Indians. The Lenape referred to the Schuylkill River as "Manaiung" translated as 'place to drink' in papers between William Penn and the Lenape In l686, a name that was later altered and adopted as the town's name. In recent years the neighborhood has been substantially gentrified]. Manayunk has enjoyed a vibrant resurgence and growth.

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