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Olney
Neighborhood Reviews
Row homes are the top housing option
Olney is dotted with classic 1,725 square feet Philadelphia row homes on 2,610 square foot lots. One appeal to the community is walkability and bikeability. “It’s very walkable and accessible to restaurants and shopping,” says Realtor Mike Cirillo of Better Homes Realty. The other is, according to Rosenthal, that first-time home or financially challenged buyers have access to two financial assistance programs — Philadelphia's Philly First Home grant, which helps first-time homebuyers decrease their principal and cover down payment and loan closing fees by up to $10,000 or 6% of the home's purchase price, whichever is smaller. The other is Pa. Homeowners Assistance Fund Plan. PAHAF is funded by the U.S. Department of Treasury and provides protections from delinquency, default, foreclosure and displacement. Price points for the early to mid-century housing are $90,000 to $267,000. For example, $225,000 will get you a 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 1,000 square foot dwelling on Lindley Avenue. Some of the homes even have an attached garage in the back. Amenities include 40 local hospitals, including the largest independent teaching hospital, Albert Einstein Medical Center and 265 local places of worship, like St. Alban's Church, an American Protestant Episcopal Church, founded in 1891.
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Historic schools
National Register of Historic Places-listed Olney Elementary, Andrew J. Morrison School, James Russell Lowell School and Olney High School were built in the early 1900s with old-style architecture. Some students also attend Grover Washington Jr. Middle School, which is much newer. Olney High School was previously a charter school until the 2022-2023 school year. All are part of The School District of Philadelphia, the largest school district in the state. All five schools are rated a C-minus by Niche. Thirty other schools serve the neighborhood.
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Local youths have many outdoor options
Local kids have various playgrounds, including one at the Olney Recreation Center, which offers youth activities and community sports leagues. Fisher Park is another kid-friendly area. Walk through the shady pathways, play tennis and basketball or start a community garden plot. Tacony Creek Park has paved walkways for creekside walks in the forest.
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Close to shopping outlets
Shop Rite, Burlington, and Dollar Tree are just a few of the major retailers and grocery stores located in the One & Olney shopping area, even though the neighborhood is famous for its many local establishments. Along with several other retailers and eateries, H Mart is a favorite place for grocery shopping.
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Convenient commutes
Roosevelt Boulevard makes Philadelphia metro travel easy for residents. Residents can also take SEPTA buses around the neighborhood and beyond and residents can also take a rail from Olney or Fern Rock Station to Center City, seven miles away.
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Crime is higher than national average
The CAP Index crime score, which is higher than the U.S. average of 4, is 6 out of 10.
Written By
Robb Crocker
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Adebiyi
David Adebiyi
Responds QuicklySpringer Realty Group
(866) 828-0292
54 Total Sales
2 in Olney
$60K - $165K Price Range
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Amber Noble
Amber Noble
Keller Williams - Main Street
(848) 279-8837
98 Total Sales
1 in Olney
$160,000 Price
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Gerrie Russella
Gerrie Russella
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
(484) 978-9783
67 Total Sales
1 in Olney
$185,000 Price
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Kevin Toll
Kevin Toll
KW Empower
(484) 446-2565
389 Total Sales
3 in Olney
$119K - $180K Price Range
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Jennifer Grosskopf
Jennifer Grosskopf
KW Empower
(888) 477-1296
126 Total Sales
1 in Olney
$201,000 Price
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Keave Slomine
Keave Slomine
KW Empower
(484) 806-8811
113 Total Sales
1 in Olney
$140,000 Price
Schools
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GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Olney Recreation Center and Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Hunting Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
Cherashore Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Fisher Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Tacony Creek Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Sturgis Playground
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
32 min drive
Train
Olney
Bus
5th St & Champlost St
Bus
C St & Ashland St
Bus
Lindley Av & 9th St
Bus
Front St & Chew St
Bus
Fisher Av & Mascher St
Bus
5th St & Rockland St
Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/4/2016
Niche Review
Crimes happen but not often.
8/7/2017
Niche Review
This area has gone down hill since I first moved here in the 90's. The crime rate has gone up, I wouldn't personally raise any children in this neighborhood.
2/24/2015
Niche Review
It's okay because there is many store in this area
7/25/2019
Niche Review
The community is very diverse and active in participating and creating events to bring the community together and make it better as neighbors! They are kind-friendly activities for students and opportunities for the community
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Olney | US |
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| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Olney Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Olney, Philadelphia sell after 104 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Olney, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $439,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$419,000
Median Sale Price
$439,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$337,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$129,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
183
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$300
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,956
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,696
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,205
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
765
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
33,206
Median Age
37
Population Density
29 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$45,714
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,174
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
84
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
71
/ 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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