Residential Real Estate & Development
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House of the Week: Grand Estate That Blends Historic Charm With Modern Luxury in Chestnut Hill
Tucked along one of Chestnut Hill’s most prestigious, tree-lined streets, a stately residence on Saint Martins Lane that delivers a rare mix of historic elegance and contemporary living is up for sale for $3,795,000. Set on 1.3 acres, the home offers features six bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. Inside, a sun-filled, expanded kitchen anchors the home,…
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Bala Cynwyd’s City Avenue Transformation Continues with The Blayr
The Blayr, a 217-unit apartment building at the former Lord & Taylor location, has officially opened, bringing new residents and retail space to Bala Cynwyd, according to Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Federal Realty project adds not only housing but nearly 19,000 square feet of ground-floor retail. Amenities include a pool, golf simulator,…
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House of the Week: Renovated Graduate Hospital Townhome with Roof Deck and Private Parking
Tucked along a quiet, low-traffic block in Graduate Hospital, a thoughtfully renovated rowhome that blends classic Philadelphia character with modern upgrades designed for city living is on sale for $1,249,900. . . Spanning 2,441 square feet, the four-bedroom, 2.5-bath property offers an open, airy layout complemented by wide-plank European White Oak hardwood floors, high-end finishes,…
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Folks Are Lining Up These Days to Buy Homes Along the Main Line
There are bidding wars for Main Line homes currently selling well above their asking price, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The prestige of living on the Main Line is causing a gold rush mentality for people hoping to buy property there. Realtor Karen Strid listed a Radnor home on Tuesday as a…
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Philadelphia Housing Authority Purchases Olde Kensington Development in $49.1M Deal
Philadelphia Housing Authority has acquired a recently completed 200-unit development in Olde Kensington as part of its push to purchase several multifamily properties, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. PHA paid $49.1 million for the Avenue V development, which was completed by Philadelphia-based Riverwards Group back in January 2026. “They gave us a…
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House of the Week: Beautiful Stone Residence in Chestnut Hill
A beautiful and distinguished stone residence set on nearly two acres of beautifully landscaped land with six bedrooms and 5 bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. The home, designed in 1925 by the renowned Willing, Sims & Talbott, offers cool breezes, exceptional privacy, and sweeping outdoor views. Its relaxed, modern sensibility of the…
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Parkesburg Site Approved for 323 Townhomes Sells to D.R. Horton Affiliate for $11.6M
A 43-acre Parkesburg site approved for 323 townhomes has been acquired by Forestar Group, a D.R. Horton subsidiary, for $11.6 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Parke Mansion Estates was originally envisioned in 2005, to be a commercial development to replace the quarry. However, in 2009, a revised version without the commercial component received approval. Those approvals have been…
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House of the Week: Elegant Stone Colonial in West Mount Airy
An elegant stone colonial set on 5,570-square-foot with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms is available for sale in West Mount Airy. This stunning residence was designed by the acclaimed firm Duhring, Okie & Ziegler and sits on 1.2 acres of lush, wooded grounds and seamlessly marries historic elegance with contemporary comfort. . . Upon entering…
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House of the Week: Beautiful Fully Renovated Stone Colonial in Wynnefield
A beautiful fully renovated stone colonial with 9 individual rooms and 9 private full bathrooms is available for sale in Wynnefield. Each room of this beautiful house features a mini split AC system and a wall unit heater. . . Among the highlights includes a kitcheonette with kitchen cabinets, a sink, granite countertops, microwave, and…
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Mid-Atlantic Buying: Delaware County Still Has Affordable Homes
Delaware County is one of only five counties in the entire Mid-Atlantic where a typical homebuyer can still afford a typical home, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The median asking price of homes in Delaware County in the last quarter of 2025 was $289,450, and the median household income was about $89,500. An…
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House of the Week: Lovely Traditional in Rittenhouse Square
A lovely traditional home on a charming 871-square-foot lot with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Rittenhouse Square. This attractive residence captures the timeless character of a historic city home while offering livable elegance. Distinctive details include classic oak floors, a decorative Art Deco marble fireplace, picture-frame molding,…
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Narberth Zoning Changes Target Affordable Housing, Downtown Revitalization
With Narberth now among the priciest housing markets in Montgomery County, the borough council is weighing a series of zoning changes designed to promote affordable housing development and support downtown revitalization, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “Narberth used to be relatively affordable, and that’s no longer the case,” said Fred Bush, president of…
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New Philadelphia Bill Would Expand Transit-Oriented Development, Allowing More Housing Near SEPTA
A new bill from Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration would allow more apartment construction around SEPTA stations to help boost ridership, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposal expands an existing law that allows developers to build more housing with less parking on many properties that are within 500 feet of SEPTA stations…
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House of the Week: Extraordinary Contemporary in Graduate Hospital
An extraordinary contemporary home set on a lovely 2,178-square-foot lot with five bedrooms and six full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Graduate Hospital. This magnificent residence redefines modern city living with its striking design and dramatic scale. Sophisticated details include Brazilian Chestnut hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring ceilings, radiant heated floors,…
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House of the Week: Charming Traditional in Chestnut Hill
A charming traditional home set on a lovely 0.43 acres with eight bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill. This exceptional, thoughtfully reimagined residence perfectly blends historic charm with modern comfort. Refined details include refinished hardwood floors, elegant oak cabinetry, and custom built-ins, all reflecting the thoughtful updates…
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Philadelphia Lands in Top 10 of Renters’ Most Wanted Cities List
Philadelphia ranked among the top ten most popular major cities for renters looking for apartments leading up to this year’s peak rental season, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. To determine the ranking, the nationwide apartment search platform RentCafe analyzed millions of apartment searches across the 150 largest cities in the United States. The…
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House of the Week: Gorgeous Traditional in Fairmount
A gorgeous traditional home with four bedrooms and three bathrooms is available for sale in Fairmount. This remarkable residence is a rare historic 22-foot-wide brownstone meticulously restored for modern living, offers timeless charm combined with contemporary sophistication. Distinctive details include soaring 13-foot ceilings, original architectural embellishments, exposed white brick arches, and striking proportions throughout. .…
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Here’s How the Real Estate Market is Doing in Delaware County
The regional housing market appears to have stabilized, according to Larry Flick V, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors. The Greater Philadelphia market is performing “reasonably well,” and has remained largely a seller’s market, he said. “I think when the spring market pops, it will be strong,” Flick said, predicting a small…
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