Point Breeze provides a walkable landscape with excellent restaurants and public spaces
Stucco rowhomes and vibrant community spaces adorned with colorful murals line the streets of Point Breeze. "The area has been trending in the right direction with a lot of great new investment, lots of restaurants, coffee shops," says Mike Bottaro, a local realtor with HomeStarr Realty with $124 million dollars in area sales. Locals live within walking distance of historic schools, community resource centers and the wealth of retailers and restaurants along Point Breeze Avenue.
Walk along the shops and restaurants in Point Breeze on Washington Ave.
Stop at the Tasty Toast for a hot breakfast when you don't feel like cooking in Point Breeze.
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Established stucco and newer construction in Point Breeze
Due to local revitalization efforts, much of the Point Breeze residential landscape has seen price increases in recent years. "You've got a good location in Point Breeze, and it's been trending in a good direction. There's lots of new construction close to restaurants and local parks," says local realtor Mike Bottaro. Both contemporary builds and more established brick and stucco townhouses comprise the bulk of Point Breeze's residential landscape. Most homes have street parking and are within walking distance of local spots and public transit. Home prices start in the middle to upper $100,000 range for homes needing some T.L.C. and can cost as much as $860,000 for newer and larger houses.
Many homes in Point Breeze are close together with street parking.
Newer homes are being built around the Point Breeze neighborhood.
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Locals can easily walk, bike, or bus around town
South Broad Street runs along the neighborhood's eastern border, providing locals with a straight shot to Center City, just a little over two miles to the north. Point Breeze provides a fairly walkable landscape to its residents, and getting around on a bicycle is also relatively easy. Locals can also utilize public transit through the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority's subway and bus lines.
Residents can easily get around Point Breeze by riding their bikes at Di Silvestro Playground.
Septa is always nearby in Point Breeze to get around Philadelphia.
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Friendly neighborhood spots along Point Breeze Avenue
Main thoroughfares like Point Breeze Avenue are lined with service vendors and stores. Local corner stores and grocers like Wow Food Market keep locals supplied with fresh produce. While locals will have to go further afield for dining out, several local cafes and smaller restaurants are available in the area. Batter & Crumbs Vegan Bakery has an extensive menu of hot beverages and sweet baked goods made with organic and vegan ingredients. Classic cheesesteaks and more healthy dishes are served up at Two Eagles Cafe. Further down Point Breeze Avenue is Point Breakfast. This friendly neighborhood kitchen serves up American breakfast staples and piping hot coffee. The neighborhood also has a thriving nightlife at establishments such as Dock Street Brewery, which pours cold pints of craft beer in rustic environs.
Grab a quick bite of lunch with friends at Two Eagles Cafe in Point Breeze.
Dock Street Brewery features outdoor seating for residents to sit at in Point Breeze.
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Point Breeze's public parks, community centers and artful murals
Point Breeze's public spaces and playgrounds are surrounded by colorful art murals from the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, from the Ralph Brooks Park mural to the "We the Youth" mural displayed above a small community garden. Locals can walk while children play in the Wharton Square Park and the Di Silvestro Playground. Down the street from the playground is South Philadelphia Library, home to hundreds of digital and written titles to check out and computer and recreational rooms for public use. The playground and library are all part of the South Philadelphia Community Health and Literacy Center, which provides insurance counseling and psychological and other medical services from a multi-lingual staff. Less than three miles to the south are Lincoln Financial Field and Citizens Bank Park, where locals regularly cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies, respectively.
Sit and watch your children play at Wharton Square Park.
Bring the family to Di Silvestro Playground Health and Literacy Center in Point Breeze.
We The Youth Mural brings lots of character to Point Breeze.
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Notable graduates from Point Breeze schools
Public school students are served by the School District of Philadelphia, beginning their academic careers at schools like George W. Childs School. The school has an overall C-rating according to Niche and teaches from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Public charter school options like Preparatory Charter School also focus on preparing students for careers in various STEM fields. South Philadelphia High School has an overall C-rating on Niche and a range of notable alums, from noted screenwriters and professors to professional athletes from NFL teams like the Green Bay Packers. New investment and longstanding community pride make Point Breeze a worthy choice for a home.
South Philadelphia High School provides a safe and enriching environment for students.
G.W. Childs Elementary School students enjoy walking by the art wall.
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i don't really involve myself with the night life.
4.0Niche User
7/28/2014Niche Review
Living in the city of Philadelphia , traffic only becomes a problem during rush hour. Streets become mainly congested in the downtown area. Traffic around where I live flows like water daily. There is always bicyclists in the street sharing the road with other cars. If one doesn't have a car or bike, using public transportation (SEPTA) can be a quick way to get to where you are going.
3.0Niche User
9/28/2014Niche Review
It is according to what job you are looking for.
5.0Current Resident
1/23/2019Niche Review
My girlfriend, a few friends and I moved here in April of 2018 and we all love it. Point Breeze is a low key neighborhood with a few coffee shops, bars, and restaurants. It's the perfect location with its easy access to center city and also the major highways. The neighborhood gets more beautiful by the month.
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Point Breeze Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Point Breeze, Philadelphia sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Point Breeze, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $330,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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