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New developments draw Temple University students to Ludlow
Recent housing developments have introduced a new kind of resident to the tight-knit community in Ludlow. Temple University students began moving into the renovated rowhomes throughout Ludlow during the early 2000s. Today, the neighborhood is home to a mix of families living in the same house their grandmother grew up in and college students renting out their first home. While students can easily walk to campus, SEPTA’s public buses connect Ludlow to the bustling streets in Center City.
Temple University is a prestigious university, founded in 1884.
Students walk from the Ludlow neighborhood to Temple in about 10 minutes.
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Historic townhomes renovated for student housing
Temple University’s influence on the Ludlow neighborhood is made abundantly clear through the neighborhood’s housing trends. Local expert Realtor with Keller Williams Real Estate, Sharyn Soliman, says, “A lot of University parents and other investors are purchasing and renovating the older homes in Ludlow to rent out to students during the school year.” While most rowhomes date back to the early 1900s, renovated interiors offer modern appliances and contemporary designs. Large commercial developers continue to add new construction condominiums along Ludlow’s narrow streets. Wide sidewalks throughout the neighborhood allow Temple University students to easily access campus without driving. Most three-bedroom attached homes in Ludlow list between $250,000 and $450,000.
Residential streets are lined with historical homes and town homes in the Ludlow neighborhood.
Town homes are a popular option for residents of the Ludlow neighborhood.
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Temple University is less than a 1-mile walk from Ludlow
Temple University students who live in Ludlow have less than a 1-mile walk to campus. In the opposite direction, the Girard Station offers rapid transit trains heading straight into Center City. Locals can drive north on 5th Street to the Temple University Hospital in 10 minutes or less. Interstate 95 connects to East Girard Avenue and brings locals to the Philadelphia International Airport in about 20 minutes.
Septa Bus is an easy way for Ludlow residents to get around the city of Philadelphia.
Train Line is another popular method of commuting for Ludlow residents.
The Ludlow neighborhood is great place to live, work and play.
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The James R. Ludlow School recently added a computer lab
Young students may attend Philadelphia City public schools. James R. Ludlow School has been educating the kindergarten through eighth-grade community since 1926. Rated a C on Niche, this historic school recently underwent a major renovation, adding a full-service computer lab and updating all classrooms to include SMART technology. In ninth grade, students transition to Benjamin Franklin High School, which receives an overall C-minus on Niche.
James R Ludlow School teaches students in grade K-8 in the Ludlow neighborhood.
James R Ludlow School is a historic elementary school within the Ludlow neighborhood.
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The Fresh Grocer is a popular supermarket chain
The nation’s first African-American-owned shopping center was built just outside Ludlow in 1968. Appropriately named, Progress Plaza recently added its most popular tenant, The Fresh Grocer. This supermarket chain is a convenient spot for students to grab a late-night snack after studying in the library. On the walk to class, residents can pick up a warm latte from Prestige Café and stop by Sammy’s Place afterward to enjoy a beer with friends. Ambassador on Girard Avenue is a popular date-night destination with a welcoming atmosphere and a variety of American cuisine.
Girard Ave is the Ludlow neighborhood's cherished retail and dining district.
Girard Ave features many unique shops and boutiques for Ludlow residents to enjoy.
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Professional and amateur rock climbers head to Tufas Boulder Lounge
Children walk to the Marie Dendy Recreation Center on 10th Street to shoot hoops on the basketball courts or climb the monkey bars at the playground. During the summer, the Dendy Pool is a social hub where families come to swim for free. Professional and amateur rock climbers enjoy challenging themselves on the courses at Tufas Boulder Lounge. Residents looking for less of a challenge can head to the movie theater on Broad Street to watch the latest blockbuster hit.
Enjoy rock climbing at Tufus Boulder Lounge in Lodlow.
Take rock climbing lessons at Tufas Boulder Lounge in Ludlow.
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The atmosphere here could be better. We need more events and things to do.
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7/24/2014Niche Review
The parks/playground areas are no longer used the way they used to be. They are now breeding grounds for drugs and gun violence.
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7/24/2014Niche Review
There is not type of diversity here whatsoever. There needs to be more then there is here. There is not many happy people living here some of us are here just because we dont have the money to leave.
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7/24/2014Niche Review
Jobs here are the worst. You can not get into any good job unless you're a temple student. They make the job market here useless.
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Ludlow Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ludlow, Philadelphia sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Ludlow, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $348,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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