In Lawncrest, residents enjoy being part of this compact Northeast Philadelphia community. “People from Lawncrest are proud to say they’re from there,” says Realtor Mike Cirillo of Better Homes Realty, “They’re proud of their recreation center and a lot of people go there to play sports.” Locals can access several sports facilities at Lawncrest Recreation Center, including basketball and tennis courts, a roller hockey rink, a gymnasium and a weight room. The outdoor pool is also a popular spot to beat the heat during summer and kids can play at the playground. For more than 100 years, the community has gathered at the rec center for a massive Fourth of July celebration, one of the pride and joys of the neighborhood. Residents convene on Rising Sun Avenue to watch the floats go by in the parade. There are also many games, activities and fireworks to cap off the event.
Lawncrest
Head to your row home
When revelers finish celebrating and are ready to check out, they head home to one of the rowhomes in the neighborhood. Traditional brick rowhomes in Philadelphia are intermingled with cottage-style rowhomes with stone siding. Although there isn't much yard space, since most homes have linked garages, it is offset with convenient parking. The northern part of the neighborhood has several twin and two-story single-family houses with larger yards for those seeking to live in a less crowded location. Homestarr Realty’s Michele Pineda says homes in the neighborhood “sell very fast. She adds that some parts of the neighborhood have HOAs. Housing in the area ranges between $128,000 to $371,000. The CAP Index crime score is 5 out of 10, which is higher than the national average of 4.
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Kids attend schools in the largest school district in Pa.
The largest school district in the state, The School District of Philadelphia, serves Lawncrest. From kindergarten through eighth grade, students attend Benjamin Franklin School or Universal Creighton Charter School, both historically registered institutions. Benjamin Franklin School received a C-minus grade from Niche, while Universal Creighton received a C. High schoolers attend Samuel Fels High School, which received a C-minus grade from Niche.
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Biking and hiking can be done at Tacony Stream Park
In Lawncrest, residents are never too far from outdoor activities. At Tacony Stream Park, visitors can enjoy a hike or a bike ride along the pathways that wind through the neighborhood's wooded west side, where a stream flows through.
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The area features multiple large shopping districts
Customers can visit any of Lawncrest's large shopping centers. There are well-known merchants and food stores like ALDI and Walmart. Additionally, there are two large discount stores: Roses Discount Store at Rising Sun Plaza and the warehouse-style Forman Mills. Along with several other merchants, the large shopping complex is home to a Planet Fitness facility where you can work out and a Hong Kong Supermarket, which is well-known for its extensive seafood selection and Asian delicacies that are hard to obtain in other grocery stores. The area also has many corner markets for a short shopping expedition.
Many options are available for a multi-cultural dining experience, whether you're looking for quick food, cozy casual dining, or a great sit-down restaurant. In Lawncrest, Vietnamese eateries are highly well-liked, with Pho Ha Saigon being a local favorite. Rising Sun Avenue is home to many dining establishments, one of which is Larry's, a beloved local institution that has been providing cheesesteaks and hoagies since 1956.
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Fourth of July celebration has been going on for a century
For more than 100 years, the community has gathered at the rec center for a massive Fourth of July celebration, one of the pride and joys of the neighborhood. Residents convene on Rising Sun Avenue to watch the floats go by in the parade. There are also many games, activities and fireworks to cap off the event.
SEPTA bus stops are in the area
Public bus transit is provided by SEPTA throughout the neighborhood. For a journey to Center City, which is only 8 miles away, commuters can alternatively board a train at the Lawndale Station on the Fox Chase Line.
Crime is slightly higher than the national average
The CAP Index crime score is 5 out of 10, which is higher than the national average of 4.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tal Iss
Tal Iss
ISS Realty, LLC
(888) 296-2375
13 Total Sales
1 in Lawncrest
$115,000 Price
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Alexandra Fermin
Alexandra Fermin
Keller Williams Real Estate Tri-County
(888) 305-6883
28 Total Sales
4 in Lawncrest
$150K - $315K Price Range
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David Teitelman
David Teitelman
Hampton Preferred Real Estate Inc
(267) 727-2850
78 Total Sales
2 in Lawncrest
$202K - $350K Price Range
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Craig Lerch
Craig Lerch
EXP Realty, LLC
(856) 460-2589
109 Total Sales
1 in Lawncrest
$380,000 Price
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Tim Brogan
Tim Brogan
Coldwell Banker Realty
(215) 608-0466
107 Total Sales
2 in Lawncrest
$140K - $190K Price Range
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Dorothea J. Neverson
Dorothea J. Neverson
RE/MAX Access
(856) 543-2978
92 Total Sales
6 in Lawncrest
$115K - $195K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Tookany Creek Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Lawncrest Park Recreation Center
- Playground
Tacony Creek Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- River
Houseman Playground
- Pool
- Playground
Tacony Creek Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Northwood Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
33 min drive
Train
Cheltenham
Bus
Foulkrod St & Ramona St - Fs
Bus
Martins Mill Rd & Oxford Av - Fs
Bus
Tabor Av & Benner St
Bus
Martins Mill Rd & Tabor Av
Bus
Roosevelt Blvd & Sanger St
Bus
Tabor Av & Sanger St
Lawncrest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lawncrest, Philadelphia sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lawncrest, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $390,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$547,000
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$515,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$309,999
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$659,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
153
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$333
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,882
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,692
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,197
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,150 - $1,350 per month
- Lawndale Apartments
- 1 - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 625+ Sq Ft
- 6000 Tabor Ave
- Philadelphia, PA
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$1,000 - $1,800 per month
- Oasis Manor - Senior Housing Apartments
- Studio - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 7040 Oxford Ave
- Philadelphia, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
34,369
Median Age
36
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,439
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,978
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.9%
College Graduates
17.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
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
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
57
/ 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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