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Passyunk Square

Passyunk Square

$461,997 Average Value
$323 Average Price per Sq Ft
39 Homes For Sale

Historic Passyunk Square offers proximity to much of Philadelphia

Passyunk Square branches off Broad Street in south-central Philadelphia. The bustling neighborhood sits within the orbit of Center City, dotted with local restaurants and rowhouses dating back a century and situated along narrow streets. The proximity to the heart of the City of Brotherly Love is a primary draw for residents here, as is being close to Broad Street and the Philadelphia Sports Complex. Access to SEPTA transit – be it bus or train – makes life without a car here a lot easier. And, though Passyunk Square typically has higher price points than South Philadelphia, the walkability means locals’ front doors are never far from things to do.

The streets in Passyunk Square are a grid lined with rowhouses and shops.
The streets in Passyunk Square are a grid lined with rowhouses and shops.
Passyunk Square is a walkable neighborhood with convenient access to shopping and dining.
Passyunk Square is a walkable neighborhood with convenient access to shopping and dining.
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Century-old Philadelphia rowhouses

Rowhouses, most of which were built before 1925, make up almost all the housing in Passyunk Square. “This would be single-family homes,” says Kristie Bergey, an associate broker with the KB Experience and Coldwell Banker Realty, who adds that the term “single-family homes” refers to the rowhouses in Philadelphia, rather than standalones properties. “They’re two-story, three-story, nice, renovated homes. … Renovations are nicely done down there.” Prices vary and depend on space and condition, but often range from about $250,000 to around $800,000. Residents with cars depend on street parking.

Many Passyunk Square locals enjoy walking to work.
Many Passyunk Square locals enjoy walking to work.
Tree-lined streets show their fall colors in Passyunk Square.
Tree-lined streets show their fall colors in Passyunk Square.
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Eateries on Passyunk Avenue and Broad Street

Grocery shoppers have an ACME Markets location near the center of Passyunk Square, and Target and Walmart sit just across Interstate 95, less than 2 miles away. “It’s a great neighborhood for food and being walking distance to fabulous restaurants, retail shops, small boutiques and pop-up shops,” Bergey says. For dining, cheesesteaks are Philadelphia’s trademark dish; the two most famous sandwich makers in the area, Pat’s King of Steaks and Geno’s Steaks, sit at the intersection of Passyunk Avenue and South 9th Street. “You could walk from one to the other and not have your cheesesteak finished by the time you get in line for the other,” says Sean Elstone, a Realtor with Keller Williams Main Line Realty. “And both of them have a line.” Other restaurants in Passyunk Square include:

  • Superétte, a French restaurant and wine bar
  • Stateside, known for American pub classics
  • Solar Myth, a spot for drinks and live music
  • Ember & Ash, which specializes in wood-fired dishes
  • Broad Street Diner, with a menu of old-school comfort food

Growing in popularity, Casablanca wins awards for its Mediterranean food in Passyunk Square.
Growing in popularity, Casablanca wins awards for its Mediterranean food in Passyunk Square.
Geno's Steaks is a world-famous sandwich shop in Passyunk Square.
Geno's Steaks is a world-famous sandwich shop in Passyunk Square.
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Die-hard Philadelphia fans head south to three stadiums

Eagles, Phillies, Flyers and 76ers fans head to Lincoln Financial Field, Citizens Bank Park and Xfinity Mobile Arena, all about 3 miles south. “I think this is a top two or three sports cities in the United States,” says a local and longtime Philadelphia sports fan. “When the teams are doing well, it’s incredible. There’s a lot of religions here. Sports is the biggest one.” “You definitely get immersed in it,” Faber says. “You get sucked right on into the emotions revolving around it.” The Eagles’ most recent championship came in 2025 with Super Bowl LIX, and the parade traveled up Broad Street, giving Passyunk Square residents a front-row seat. And while the Eagles might not win it all annually, the Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run runs along Philadelphia’s main road every May.

Walkable streets leading into Center City

When you need to get around town, Interstates 95, 676 and 76 are all less than 3 miles away. Center City is less than 2 miles away by car, but if you’re feeling a little energetic, you can even just walk into the heart of Philly. “The commute would be less than 15 minutes to Center City,” Bergey says. “Totally less than 20.” SEPTA bus and train lines run along Broad Street, and the buses also make stops within Passyunk Square. Jefferson Methodist Hospital is just over a mile south. Philadelphia International Airport sits less than 10 miles west.

Broad Street provides SEPTA bus access to Center City near Passyunk Square.
Broad Street provides SEPTA bus access to Center City near Passyunk Square.
Center City and the Philadelphia Sports Complex are a short ride from Passyunk Square.
Center City and the Philadelphia Sports Complex are a short ride from Passyunk Square.
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Playgrounds, ballfields and other Passyunk Square recreation

Columbus Square Park has green spaces for people and their pets. You can take swings at the ballfield, walk the nature trail or head to the playground, and take your four-legged friends to the Columbus Square Dog Park. A few blocks east, Capitolo Playground has another ballfield, a playground raised above street level and basketball courts.

The dogs love Columbus Square Dog Park.
The dogs love Columbus Square Dog Park.
The playground at Capitolo Park has fun climbing structures.
The playground at Capitolo Park has fun climbing structures.
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Nearby charter schools and Philadelphia colleges

The School District of Philadelphia serves Passyunk Square, but some charter and magnet schools draw students as well. The Christopher Columbus Charter School’s South Building is on 13th Street and serves kindergarten through eighth grade. For more advanced studies, three college campuses are within 4 miles or less of Passyunk Square: Temple University, Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania.

The Fanny Jackson Coppin School serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade.
The Fanny Jackson Coppin School serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Horace Furness High School serves ninth through 12th grades.
Horace Furness High School serves ninth through 12th grades.
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Transit

Airport

Philadelphia International

20 min drive

Subway

Ellsworth-Federal

Bus

9th St & Wharton St

Bus

Passyunk Av & Dickinson St

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12th St & Federal St

Bus

Tasker St & 10th St

Bus

9th St & Ellsworth St

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11th St & Ellsworth St

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8th St & Wharton St

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Passyunk Square US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,641
Number of Homes for Sale
39
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,170
Above the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,263
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,033
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
693
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
31
Median Rent
$1,995
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,775
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,998
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,075
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,600
Median Condo Rent
$1,700
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,985

Demographics

Total Population
9,488
Median Age
38
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$87,250
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$112,231

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.9%
College Graduates
58%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Exceptionally friendly

Bikeability®

90 / 100

Exceptionally friendly

Walkability®

100 / 100

Exceptionally friendly

Transit®

90 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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