Harrowgate
Urban Core Neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County 19124, 19134, 19137
Neighborhood Reviews
100-year-old rowhomes in a former company town
Attached rowhomes evoke an earlier era, when residents walked to work in a thriving company town. Single-family homes with red-brick exteriors, covered porches and compact green lawns – many built in the 1920s – are common. Many have three bedrooms and one bathroom, and some have basements. Prices range from $90,000 to $130,000, although a few fixer-uppers are sold “as is” and start at about $50,000. On-street parking is the norm. “It’s a good place to find a starter home if you want to get into homeownership,” says Michael Cohen, a Philadelphia native and real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty.Celebrate the seasons at Harrowgate Park
Harrowgate Park is a leafy, five-acre greenspace popular with families and dog walkers. And thanks to efforts by local civic groups, the park has become a community gathering spot for seasonal celebrations, from outdoor movie nights to a Halloween-themed fall festival to a holiday tree lighting ceremony. In winter families can glide across the ice during public skate sessions at the large indoor ice rink at Scanlon Recreation Center, a six-acre sports hub with a soccer field, a baseball field and basketball courts. There is also a playground with a swing set and jungle gym.Kids take the "foot" school bus
Students at John H. Webster Elementary, which earned a C- on Niche.com, must wear a uniform: a navy or light blue shirt with the school logo, and bottoms of their choice – but no jeans. Involved parents organized a “foot school bus” so that no elementary student walks to the school alone. The Memphis Street Academy Charter School at JP Jones is a public middle school with a D+ score on Niche. Kensington High School preps students for the modern workplace, offering programming in computer supports systems, engineering and marketing. Niche ranks Kensington a C-.Catch the subway at Tioga Station
Residents can watch the action from the elevated Tioga Station, which overlooks the neighborhood at the junction of Kensington Avenue and K Street near Harrowgate Park. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) subway connects to various neighborhoods in and around Greater Philadelphia. With sidewalks linking homes, restaurants and small businesses, the neighborhood is pedestrian friendly. Interstate 95 also borders the neighborhood.Start the day with Vietnamese coffee
The only Vietnamese coffee shop in Philadelphia, the stylish Caphe Roasters is a place that encourages lingering – despite its proximity to Tioga Station. Exposed brick walls flank a bright interior dotted with green plants and plenty of tables for settling in. Specialty drinks like the custard topped Egg Coffee are carefully prepared. Locals can dig into three-egg dishes at Sherry’s Restaurant, a cornerstone diner known for its breakfasts and welcoming staff. Shaded picnic tables lure beer drinkers and pizza fans to the Backyard at nearby Kensington Pub. The Lidl grocery store on East Butler Street sells high-quality produce, meats and groceries.Rental properties are a potential investment
More than 50% of the neighborhood’s residents are renters, and many larger properties on the market are touted as investment properties due to active leases. “I think it’s a great investment if you’re trying to start a portfolio of rental properties,” Cohen says. “It’s close to West Kensington, Fishtown and Port Richmond. Harrowgate is sandwiched in there, so eventually it’ll get more developed and diverse.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Quimby
David Quimby
D.C. Casper Real Estate
(215) 839-0981
63 Total Sales
1 in Harrowgate
$55,000 Price
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Paul Hummel
Paul Hummel
Action USA Jay Robert Realtors
(609) 913-3678
94 Total Sales
1 in Harrowgate
$70,000 Price
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Stefan H Schecter
Stefan H Schecter
City & Suburban Real Estate
(877) 640-7077
59 Total Sales
1 in Harrowgate
$132,000 Price
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Hardik R. Chiniwala
Hardik R. Chiniwala
Keller Williams Real Estate-Langhorne
(267) 668-1961
143 Total Sales
1 in Harrowgate
$355,000 Price
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JEAN SIMCOX
JEAN SIMCOX
Exceed Realty
(855) 584-4326
33 Total Sales
1 in Harrowgate
$93,000 Price
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Christina Briglia
Christina Briglia
KW Empower
(856) 443-4729
75 Total Sales
1 in Harrowgate
$190,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Charter
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Parks in this Area
Frank Galvin Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Powers Park
Campbell Square Park
- Picnic Area
- Events
- Multi-Purpose Field
Womrath Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Hissey Playground
Harrowgate Park
Heitzman Recreation Center
Scanlon Ice Rink & Playground
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
27 min drive
Subway
Tioga
Bus
Allegheny Av & G St
Bus
Aramingo Av & Ontario St
Bus
Aramingo Av & Castor Av - Fs
Bus
G St & Tioga St
Bus
Frankford Av & Allegheny Av
Bus
Butler St & Sepviva St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/14/2015
Niche Review
I would chose to live here again with my family and friends but I would also want more police protection, better parks and better schooling for my region.
10/15/2014
Niche Review
Over the years they have brought cool events to the city, like the Made In America festival on labor day weekends. Very fun, also the new Spruce St. Harbor Park in Penns Landing.
4/6/2016
Niche Review
I enjoy living here because everyone gets along and the kids are always safe when they paly outside. In the year of 2016 there has been many killings and kids are not safe playing outside but in my neighborhood there are no worries.
10/28/2014
Niche Review
There are varies amount of stores in my local area where the people in my community work.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Harrowgate | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 10 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harrowgate Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harrowgate, Philadelphia sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Harrowgate, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $95,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$120,000
Median Sale Price
$95,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$170,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$119,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
99
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$115
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,830
Number of Homes for Sale
67
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
8.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,535
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,128
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,140
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,095 - $3,027 per month
- Collins Lofts
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 331+ Sq Ft
- 3475 Collins St
- Philadelphia, PA
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$1,095 - $1,997 per month
- Westmoreland Lofts
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 403+ Sq Ft
- 2000 E Westmoreland St
- Philadelphia, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,119
Median Age
33
Population Density
23 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$26,853
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,655
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
% Population in Labor Force
54%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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