east kensington: Is Port Richmond the Next Hot 'Hood?
- 06/25/13 05:20 AM
The Inquirer makes a case for Port Richmond in this spotlight on one of our favorite neighborhoods. But it's not just the awesome pierogi and Polish specialties that makes Port Richmond hot. The article points out something that we have indeed been noticing, that Port Richmond is getting younger, with its affordable pricing drawing in buyers, mainly in their late 20s and early 30s. Our own Chris Somers of the Somers Team was quoted in the article: "The sections of [zip code] 19125 that are not really Fishtown still get more attention, such as East Kensington west of Frankford Avenue and north of … (0 comments)
east kensington: Caught on Video: 1912 E Firth Street
- 02/03/13 11:48 PM
Located in the fast developing area between Frankford and Front, 1912 E Firth Street is a single family 2 bedroom converted into two 1 bedroom private apartments. Enter in to a common hall/vestibule. The 1st floor has a living room galley style kitchen, full tile bath, a flex space and bedroom in the rear that exits to a cement rear yard. Built in wall A/C unit on the first floor and access the the full unfinished basement with laundry. The living room can be separated by hinged doors or opened to the rest of the first floor. The second floor has dual … (0 comments)
east kensington: Video from the Trenton Ave Arts Fest!
- 05/21/12 06:00 AM
Just one of the many great activities in the Fishtown area that really brings the community together is East Kensington's annualTrenton Avenue Arts Festival. Coupled with the Kinetic Sculpture Derby, this event gets bigger and better every year. Highbrow? No. Fun? Yes. Did you attend this year? What did you think? … (0 comments)
east kensington: Fresh Address: 2408 Amber Street
- 11/14/11 05:25 AM
We introduced this new listing to you last week and this week we take a closer look at East Kensington's newest gem... This is Where It's At: 2408 Amber Street is in East Kensington, near the Philadelphia Brewing Company, Walking Fish Theatre, Leotah's Place, the East Kensington Neighbors Association, and Atlantis: the Lost Bar. Come On In: Step inside this 3 Story 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home with a modern, open floorplan, full unfinished basement, and a fantastic yard. Priced at $199,900. This property features hardwood floors throughout, recessed lighting, with a spacious living area and dining area. The kitchen … (1 comments)
east kensington: All About Amber...and Harold! New Listings in East Kensington.
- 11/11/11 01:02 AM
The action is on Amber Street this season as we welcome 3 new Amber Street listings to the fold. All are priced under $200K! The best part is that if you're looking in Fishtown and East Kensington, there is a good chance that 1 of these 4 properties will be right up your alley. Why not book a tour to see all of them with us? These properties are all near the Philadelphia Brewing Company, Walking Fish Theatre, Leotah's Place, the East Kensington Neighbors Association, and Atlantis: the Lost Bar. Just a few of our favorites! Now, let's check out the … (2 comments)
east kensington: Realtors Against Selling Properties in East Kensington/Fishtown
- 06/20/11 04:26 AM
You read it correctly. Realtors AGAINST selling Real Estate. It is unusual, we agree, but sometimes you just have to say NO to development in order to embrace progress. We are talking about saying NO to selling and developing a piece of land located at Emerald Street and Dauphin Street in the East Kensington neighborhood close to Fishtown. This parcel of land if sold will be developed into a townhouse. That alone is not the problem. The issue is that this land is located smack dab in the middle of a community park and green space! Developing this parcel will destroy … (3 comments)
east kensington: Save Emerald Park!
- 06/17/11 06:50 AM
A section of Emerald Park in East Kensington has been placed up for sale. The lot, which runs in the middle of the park, is to be developed into a townhouse, if the community cannot save it. The East Kensington Neighbors Association is asking that folks help them to purchase the lot and preserve Emerald Park. You can donate today by emailing EKNACommunity@gmail.com or via the Paypal link on the EKNA website. Any amount helps! [photo via EKNA] … (3 comments)
east kensington: It's a Kensington Double Date: Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby and Trenton Ave Arts Fest
- 05/13/11 01:11 AM
It seems like these two events have been going on forever, but it's only year six for what is possibly the most bizarre weekend event that Fishtown and Kensington has to offer. That said, we would not miss it. If you ever had any question that Philadelphians are a creative force to be reckoned with, this is 100 proof. Related: A Giant Caterpillar in Old City Go for the Glory at the Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby
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east kensington: Kensington for Dummies, Part II.
- 04/13/11 04:12 AM
We're back to clear up your Confused-by-Kensington-itis. We discovered the ever-confouding West Kensington in Part I and now we're going to finish up with Kensingtons both Old and New. Below West Kensington, you'll venture into Old Kensington, which borders Northern Liberties and is commonly referred to as Northern Liberties by those who are afflicted with Confused-by-Kensington-itis. We're all guilty of this at times -- Northern Liberties clicks with people who are new to the area and is closer to Center City. If we say "Old Kensington", sometimes it's harder to get people interested! But Old Kensington is one of the coolest fringe neighborhoods in … (0 comments)
east kensington: Kensington for Dummies, Part I.
- 04/12/11 08:09 AM
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 … (1 comments)
We mentioned it earlier this month in Tip Jar and we'll say it again: Don't fight the Spring Cleaning Fever! All around the city on April 2nd, you can join in on cleanups in your community. To get involved, visit Philly Spring Cleanup 2011.
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east kensington: Warm and Inviting Living Room? Check.
- 03/24/11 04:16 AM
What's so crucial about a Warm & Inviting Living Room? Well, for one thing, when you're watching your favorite TV show or cuddling up for movie night, you want a room that's comfier than any theater you've ever been in. When family and visitors pop by, your living room instantly becomes your social hub. Make them feel like they're at home, too. For those serious talks and in times of need, your living room is home base. Does it feel open and welcome to deep discussion? You laugh there. You cry there. You share there. You live there. So if a … (2 comments)
east kensington: So Fresh & So Clean in Fishtown
- 03/02/11 02:23 AM
In Fishtown and East Kensington, the feeling of new has taken hold. By new, we mean plenty of fresh developments are in the works, including a new project from G8 Builders that will break ground in the next couple of weeks on Amber, York, and Dauphin Streets. G8's retrofit at 2045 York Street is up for sale now and they are completing another retrofit on Susquehanna Avenue. You can read more about G8's exciting developments in Fishtown here. Be sure to check out the videos for details of the "Greenovation" projects. The LEED-Certified Coral Street Project is also in the … (1 comments)
east kensington: Bathing Has Never Been So Luxurious at 2568-70 Collins Street
- 02/22/11 07:05 AM
A European inspired bath with floating vanity made of zebra wood, striated white rectangular tiles and a pebble floor beneath your feet. This is the bath you have always wanted. These two homes at 2568-70 Collins Street in Fishtown have all of the modern amenities that you need for some luxe lavatory living. Think of how much time you spend in your bathroom. Don't you deserve a smartly designed, peaceful environment to retreat to? The bathroom matters...and we're loving the look and feel of these Collins Street powder rooms.
Please contact the Somers Team for more information. Related: Leave the Burbs and … (7 comments)
east kensington: Sweet Spots in Fishtown
- 02/02/11 02:44 AM
From 4 - 6 pm on weekdays at Leotah's Place Coffeehouse in Fishtown/East Kensington, something sweet is going on. Latte Happy Hour...yum. 50 cents off your late afternoon pick-me-up. What we really love about this coffeehouse is how the sandwiches are named after nearby streets (Boston Street, Hagert Street, etc.) and they carry famous Stock's Bakery pound cake...in case you need something to go with your sweet beverage. Speaking of sweet, we have a sweet house in walking distance from Leotah's...1932 E. Arizona Street is a must-see 3 Bedroom 3 Bath home in this super sweet location that puts you right … (1 comments)
east kensington: Leave the Burbs and Keep the Garage!
- 01/26/11 08:14 AM
Leave the burbs, keep the garage, and enjoy the vibrant city lifestyle. New home, great garage, and all of that can be found in one of the most up and coming neighborhoods in Philadelphia. We are talking about 2568-70 Collins Street in Fishtown and we are loving the garage features for these 2 homes! We know that garages rock, and how rare they are in an urban setting. So, in case you've been looking...check out our Collins Street garages. Keep your car safe in the city. Warm in the winter, cool in the summer, never scrape ice or snow, never again bring … (2 comments)
east kensington: New Daycare at 2424 Studios in Fishtown
- 01/24/11 03:23 AM
Fishtown is well-known as a very family-friendly neighborhood, but one question we hear often from potential homebuyers searching there is: "Are there nearby daycare centers?" We're happy to know that we now have another answer to that question. Starlight Starbright Play and Learn has opened at 2424 Studios on York Street, serving the neighborhoods of Fishtown and East Kensington. The licensed and insured childcare center with over 20 years of experience welcomes infants and older children for enrollment. Welcome to the neighborhood, Starlight Starbright! Starlight Starbright Play and Learn 2424 Studios, Suite 101, 2410-50 E. York Street Philadelphia, PA … (1 comments)
east kensington: EKNA Meeting Recap: From Guest Blogger Lori Winkelman
- 01/19/11 02:39 AM
In case you missed the East Kensington Neighbors Association Meeting, resident Lori Winkelman fills us in on what was discussed -- from the latest in real estate, festival happenings, and even a moment of appreciation for the local police district: The most recent real estate development news is that US Construction will begin building a total of 21 new, 3-story, luxury homes along Trenton Ave., infilling along Susquehanna and Trenton Ave. They have the approval of our local zoning board to move forward with the project and building is slated to begin right away. The homes will be in the … (1 comments)
east kensington: This Thursday: PostGreen's Two Point Five Beta House Tour
- 01/03/11 03:56 AM
What's new with PostGreen Homes? Check in with the modern-and-green construction masterminds (Skinny Project, Avant Garage) as they'll be previewing the Two Point Five Beta Project in East Kensington on January 6, 2011, from 3 - 8 PM. They'll also introduce their new company, Hybrid Construction, premiere their new kitchen line, and announce their first South Philly project. Refreshments will be served. Sounds like an exciting start to the year for the team at Postgreen. This New Construction project is already sold out, but we welcome this inspired addition to the growing community of East Kensington. You can RSVP for … (3 comments)
east kensington: Exciting News at Collins Street this January. Stay Tuned…
- 12/16/10 05:08 AM
We have a major announcement for 2568-70 Collins Street in Fishtown this January that you will not want to miss. You're going to have to wait until then to hear the big news...but here is a video of the recently completed New Construction 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bath Homes.
We'd love to know what you think!
Related: PBC Tour in Fishtown: A Closer Look at 2568-70 Collins Street PBC Tour in Fishtown: Pretzels, Beer, and Collins Street … (1 comments)
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The Inquirer makes a case for Port Richmond in this spotlight on one of our favorite neighborhoods. But it's not just the awesome pierogi and Polish specialties that makes Port Richmond hot. The article points out something that we have indeed been noticing, that Port Richmond is getting younger, with its affordable pricing drawing in buyers, mainly in their late 20s and early 30s. Our own Chris Somers of the Somers Team was quoted in the article:
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