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A network of organizations beside the Delaware River
Touching the Delaware River and split down the middle by Pennypack Creek, Holmesburg is a neighborhood with community parks and rowhouses near downtown amenities. While technically in Philadelphia, "Holmesburg gives you more of a suburban feel, while you still have easy access to Center City," says Mike Cirillo, a local Realtor with Better Homes Realty Group. The community also contains a mix of local businesses, nonprofits, industrial companies and public buildings. The Holmesburg Library has been a part of the community for over a century. "The library was founded in 1867 and has been at this current location since 1907," says librarian David Koch. "Some of our most notable services are youth programs, like our after-school program and the anime club, for teens. We also have adult programs like tai chi." The Catholic Charities, a local organization on Jackson Street, manages a food bank. Next door is Clarifi, a neighborhood nonprofit that offers financial counseling services. Virtually all residences are north of State Road, and real estate prices are often lower here compared to the rest of the metro area. To the south, closer to the river, are trucking companies, government buildings and the Holmesburg Prison. The prison doesn't impact daily life in Holmesburg. However, industrial sites, like wastewater plants and manufacturers, may affect air quality. There are also several houses of worship inside the neighborhood, including St. Bernard Roman Catholic Church and Holmesburg Baptist Church.
Pennypack Park is a short walk away from Holmesburg.
Holmesburg has been environmentally friendly for over forty years.
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SEPTA or I-95 to the city
While it isn't considered especially walkable, the community is extremely bike-friendly, with dedicated lanes along major streets such as Torresdale Avenue. Interstate 95, also known as the Delaware Expressway in Philadelphia, has interchanges on the community's northeastern and southwestern sides. Commuters also hop on a SEPTA bus or catch a train at the Holmesburg Junction station. Jefferson Torresdale Hospital is about 5 miles away, and Center City is about 11 miles away.
Holmesburg locals and be in center city Philadelphia in no time.
You can hop on Route 95 and get to downtown Philadelphia in about fifteen minutes.
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Rowhouses and homes in Holmesburg
Brick rowhouses make up the majority of residences. These properties often sit along grid-patterned streets with small, elevated front yards. Most homes don't have backyards but have attached garages with access through back alleyways. There is also a mix of single-family houses and twin homes. Most residences date between the early 1920s and the 1990s. Rowhouses needing renovation can range in price between $85,000 and $175,000, while move-in ready homes range from $200,000 to $375,000. Detached houses are less common on the market but generally cost between $300,000 and $450,000.
Brick style Rowhomes in Holmesburg are well maintained and reasonably priced
Brick Rowhomes line most of the streets in the Holmesburg neighborhood.
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Frankford Avenue diners
Local shops and restaurants make up most of Frankford Avenue, the neighborhood's main thoroughfare. While the community has many restaurants, the most popular options are casual diners. The two local eateries, Dining Car and Mayfair Diner, offer a retro 1950s-style atmosphere. The restaurants have large breakfast crowds as well as booth and countertop seating. The Liberty Bell Diner, another local favorite, is open 24 hours a day. Shelly's Plaza includes a Dollar Tree, Walgreens and PJP Marketplace for groceries. Maggie's Waterfront Cafe is known for its riverside dining and sunset views over the Delaware River. Other local businesses include small corner markets, laundromats and trucking companies.
The Dining Car Diner
Liberty Bell Diner
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Pennypack Park and recreation centers
Pennypack Creek Bridge, also known as Frankford Avenue Bridge, is the oldest roadway bridge in the United States. The structure dates back to 1697, and visitors can view the old stone arches as they explore the creek at Pennypack Park. The green space covers 1,600 acres of meadows, wetlands and woodlands. The onsite trails, popular for hiking and biking, lead to the Delaware River. Looking across the water gives sweeping views of New Jersey. During the summer months at Pennypack Park, the Ed Kelly Amphitheater hosts the Pennypack Music Festival. Thousands of people show up on Wednesdays to enjoy this free concert series featuring local bands. Pleasant Hill Park, a former fish hatchery, is a smaller riverfront space now home to the Linden Avenue Boat Ramp. Farther inland awaits Charles A. Russo Playground and James Ramp Memorial Recreation Center.
Pennypack Creek runs throughout the whole of Holmesburg.
Pennypack Park
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Historic elementary and highly rated charter school
The area is a part of the School District of Philadelphia, and families may attend any public school in the district, based on available space. Inside the community is Joseph H. Brown Elementary, a national historic school that stands out with art-deco-style architecture. The elementary receives a C rating from Niche and serves kindergarten through eighth graders. Students may also walk to the neighborhood school, Edwin Forrest Elementary, which has a C. Abraham Lincoln High also earns a C. New Foundations Charter School is another neighborhood option that receives a B-plus from Niche and serves all grade levels.
Abraham Lincoln High School in Holmesburg is where students complete their education.
Joseph H Brown School in Holmesburg is walkable for most of the neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Holmesburg
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Holmesburg Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Holmesburg, Philadelphia sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Holmesburg, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $220,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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