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Grand architecture and local businesses
Cedar Park is a beautiful area of West Philadelphia known for its grand architecture. Cedar Park was a streetcar suburb, a community of homes built around streetcar lines, now replaced by the light rail while retaining much of the Queen Anne-style architecture from its founding. “The community has a lot of different people living here, with a lot of new investment,” says Keller Williams Realtor John Lee. Ornate houses and townhomes are just a walk or trolley ride away from the eponymous park and a range of local restaurants.
Colorful turrets peak above the Cedar Park neighborhood.
The Gold Standard Cafe on Cedar Park's Baltimore Avenue has outdoor seating when weather is nice
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Queen Anne-style homes with street and parking
These historic homes and townhomes range from brick to stone siding and feature magnificent, pointed turrets in various colors. Most homes sit along grid streets with sidewalks and street parking. However, some homes feature attached garages in the back, depending on the area. Homes typically have fenced backyards, a smaller front yard and a front porch where locals can relax. “Homes are reasonably priced and nicely renovated, plus the area is growing and is a melting pot of diversity,” says John Lee. Prices vary depending on home style; a smaller townhome in need of some T.L.C. starts around $225,000, while larger homes can go from $600,000 to as high as $1.3 million dollars.
Wide sidewalks line the streets in the Cedar Park neighborhood.
Cedar Park's old-fashioned street lamps illuminate the neighborhood.
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Shopping and dining along Baltimore Avenue
Baltimore Avenue has an eclectic variety of shops and restaurants for local shopping and dining. Locals start the day at the Gold Standard Café, a cozy diner with extensive breakfast, brunch, burger and comfort food dinner menus. Savory subs and sandwiches are dished out at Lee’s Deli, with a menu of Philadelphia classics and a mix of Asian flavors. Locals can special order Banh Mi sandwiches at Fu-Wah Mini Market while shopping for specialty Asian ingredients. Loco Pez is a local taqueria serving up a range of classic Mexican dishes in a colorful dining room. Mariposa Food Co-op is an established local grocery store that prides itself on being a consumer-owned food cooperative with fresh, local, and organic foods.
Cedar Park is a beautiful area of West Philadelphia, with a bustling core on Baltimore Avenue.
Locals can head to Loco Pez in Cedar Park, a delicious taqueria.
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Specialized learning in Philadelphia public schools
Public school students are served by the School District of Philadelphia, beginning their academic careers at Henry C. Lea School. This school has an overall C-minus rating according to Niche and teaches from kindergarten through eighth grade. Students move on to secondary institutions such as West Philadelphia High School. The high school has an overall C-minus rating on Niche. It also offers a range of specialized learning communities in fields such as automotive mechanics, performing arts and sustainability.
Elementary and middle school students in Southwest Schuylkill attend Benjamin Comegys School.
West Philadelphia High School is located at 4901 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139.
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Jazz and recreation in Cedar Park
Locals read on benches while children climb around the playground at the neighborhood’s eponymous park. Every summer, the park hosts the Cedar Park Jazz Festival, where the community comes together on Friday nights to enjoy live jazz music. Barkan Park is another public space featuring a small hilly spot with a playground.
A mosaic sign welcomes visitors to Cedar Park.
A soft landing playground protects children at Cedar Park.
Barkan Park's playground was designed to accommodate the youngest Cedar Park residents.
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SEPTA light rail and bus lines leading to Center City and beyond
Southeast Philadelphia Train Authority (SEPTA) bus and light rail lines run along Baltimore Avenue, putting locals within a five-mile train ride from Cedar Park to Center City. Historic houses, parks and quaint local shops make Cedar Park a great place to call home.
Residents hop on a train at 49th Street Station to head to Center CIty from Cedar Park.
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Parks in this Area
Clark Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Malcolm X Park
Playground
Events
Barkan Park
Playground
Cedar Park
Playground
Kingsessing Recreation Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
48th & Woodland Playground
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
17 min drive
Subway
49Th Street And Chester Avenue
Subway
Baltimore Avenue And 47Th Street
Subway
Baltimore Avenue And 48Th Street
Subway
Chester Avenue And 48Th Street
Train
49Th Street
Subway
Chester Avenue And 46Th Street
Subway
Chester Avenue And 47Th Street
Subway
Baltimore Avenue And 50Th Street
Subway
Baltimore Ave & 46Th St
Subway
Baltimore Avenue And 49Th Street
Bus
48th St & Hazel Av
Bus
48th St & Baltimore Av - Fs
Bus
48th St & Baltimore Av
Bus
49th St & Springfield Av - Fs
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49th St & Chester Av - Fs
Bus
49th St & Baltimore Av
Bus
49th St & Florence Av
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.333 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
9/15/2023Niche Review
Very walkable and bikeable area. Close to parks (Clark Park, Cedar Park, Malcolm X Park) and universities (Penn, Drexel, USP). Very diverse, and friendly neighbors. Beautiful houses and very green neighborhood (especially for the city).
3.0Niche User
6/13/2014Niche Review
The housing isn't bad - many houses in West Philadelphia are older, and the rent is cheap the farther you get from campus.
3.0Niche User
2/29/2016Niche Review
There is a lot of potential for West Philadelphia. There is a huge need for more Grocery Stores in the city in general. There is a really great diversity of people in the area and I do not see that changing too much in the near future, which is good.
4.0Current Resident
8/7/2018Niche Review
Very nice and quiet neighborhood. Not very eventful, though. You would have to travel to find the events around town. Overall, this neighborhood is pretty nice.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cedar Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cedar Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cedar Park, Philadelphia sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cedar Park, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $610,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
4938 Walton Ave – A Masterpiece of Modern Sophistication in a Storied SettingWelcome to 4938 Walton Avenue, a stunningly reimagined luxury townhouse where timeless character meets contemporary opulence. Set on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this exquisite residence has been meticulously renovated to offer the ultimate in elegance, comfort, and design. From the moment you approach, the
Calling all commercial investors and developers for an excellent development opportunity in Kingsessing. This large corner property has a lot size of 70 x 125 or 8,750 SqFt with a curb cut on the 49th Street side leading to ample parking. The building currently has 4 commercial units totalling 6,810 SqFt and current occupants include a laundromat, a convenience store, a church and one
Calling all commercial investors and developers for an excellent development opportunity in Kingsessing. This large corner property has a lot size of 70 x 125 or 8,750 SqFt with a curb cut on the 49th Street side leading to ample parking. The building currently has 4 commercial units totalling 6,810 SqFt and current occupants include a laundromat, a convenience store, a church and one
Some places just have that something — a story, a soul, a sense of belonging from a bygone era. Picture it: 1889. Grover Cleveland is president, the Exposition grounds are bustling, and your soon-to-be home is just being built, one of 14 stately brick Queen Anne Victorians lined up like a debutante parade under a canopy of mature trees. Over a century later, they’re still turning heads with their
Beechwood – Cedar Park offers a diverse range of floorplans and locations across our boutique portfolio of 12 properties in one of University City’s best kept secrets, Cedar Park.Beechwood Cedar Park offers a variety of units, from those full of character with vintage charm to newly updated spaces that have undergone renovation. Whether you're seeking a more classic feel or a modernized living
This second-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment is available for rent in the heart of University City. The unit features hardwood flooring throughout, a spacious living room with large front-facing windows, and a kitchen equipped with a gas stove and refrigerator. Both bedrooms offer privacy, natural light, private bathrooms, and closet space—ideal for roommates or anyone needing a dedicated office
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,426
Median Age
36
Population Density
39 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,478
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,050
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.9%
College Graduates
70%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
78/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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