Strawberry Mansion
Neighborhood Reviews
Ample row houses to choose from
Strawberry Mansion is beautified by murals on the sides of row houses, a predominant housing style around the neighborhood. The community contains many traditional brick homes from the early 1900s with multi-color paint, adding a uniqueness that differentiates each property. Two-story row houses ranging from 700 to 1,200 square feet can enter the market under $100,000. A newly renovated property generally costs between $200,000 to $350,000. Most row homes come with narrow fenced-in backyards and no front yard as they're all lined up along the sidewalk.
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Getting around Philly by bus, subway or car
SEPTA serves Strawberry Mansion with public bus stops all over the neighborhood. Broad Street is also nearby, with subway stations for convenient transportation around Philadelphia, including Center City, about four miles away. Although drivers may commute along Broad Street, there's also the more scenic route through Fairmount Park. Locals can seek medical attention at the nearby Temple University Hospital or St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
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Students don't have to leave the community
The community contains a handful of public K to 8 locations, such as Dr. Ethel D. Allen School and Blaine G. James School; both receive a C-minus from Niche. These students may move on to graduate from Strawberry Mansion High, also earning a C-minus grade. The high school offers courses for students looking to branch out into music engineering, photography, graphic design and culinary arts.
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Shopping at mini markets or Strawberry Square
Shoppers can take a quick trip a few blocks from home to the nearest corner market. For everyday needs such as groceries and household items, many head to the center of town to Strawberry Square and stop by Save-a-Lot or Rite Aid, among other shops and restaurants. Some hungry locals sit down for bacon and eggs at the breakfast spot, Triple Joy, or stay home and have their meal delivered. Next door is New Star Pizza, but a few blocks away, patrons can order Detroit-style pies and milkshakes at Down North Pizza.
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Recreational fun at Fairmont or the local center
"Fairmount Park is right at your fingertips," says Jon Sanborn, a real estate agent with over seven years of experience and an investor with Brotherly Love Properties. "So if you need to be close to the city for work, but like to get some outdoor time, Strawberry Mansion is a great option," Sanborn says. Residents can use the park's amenities, such as the onsite baseball, soccer or football fields, to support an active lifestyle. Kids can play at Joseph E. Mander Playground and cool off in the sprayground during summer. Boxer's Trail is a favorite for boxing champions like Smokin' Joe Frazier. Joggers pass beautiful statues and historic Colonial-era estates, including Strawberry Mansion, where the neighborhood gets its name. The community regularly gathers at C.B. Moore Recreation Center as well. With playground equipment, sports facilities and an outdoor pool, locals enjoy getting together for several year-round activities.
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Events in Fairmont Park
Fairmont Park is also home to The Dell Music Center, a large amphitheater where locals around the city can catch concerts from national touring artists and attend monthly community events. The large public greenspace is also home to the annual Philadelphia Polo Classic, where thousands of people show up to watch the equestrian sport's greatest champions.A community supported through local organizations
Local groups support the established community and its residents through a network of organizations and programs. Strawberry Mansion CDC is a neighborhood-based nonprofit focusing on residential and economic development, revitalization and preservation. The nonprofit collaborates with local organizations to offer supportive programs such as home repair for historic properties, beautification and vacant lot maintenance. Strawberry Mansion Learning Center provides tutoring and mentoring programs for local students as well as summer camps. Locals can find more resources at Widener Library, which offers job search assistance and workshops for kids; there is also an Indego bike share station outside the building.
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Written By
Ashley Kennedy
Video By
Francesco Basti
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jean Coriolan
Jean Coriolan
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Real Estate -Exton
(856) 249-9170
14 Total Sales
1 in Strawberry Mansion
$51,000 Price
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Tony Green
Tony Green
Homestarr Realty
(267) 729-8143
25 Total Sales
1 in Strawberry Mansion
$85,000 Price
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Gaurav Gambhir
Gaurav Gambhir
KW Empower
(267) 651-8678
197 Total Sales
1 in Strawberry Mansion
$625,000 Price
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Dorothea J. Neverson
Dorothea J. Neverson
RE/MAX Access
(856) 543-2978
92 Total Sales
1 in Strawberry Mansion
$110,000 Price
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Zakiya Eleby
Zakiya Eleby
Opulent Realty Group LLC
(856) 666-2202
83 Total Sales
1 in Strawberry Mansion
$145,000 Price
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Seth Floyd
Seth Floyd
Opulent Realty Group LLC
(267) 481-8837
88 Total Sales
2 in Strawberry Mansion
$150K - $424K Price Range
Schools
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- 10th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Glendinning Rock Garden
Mander Playground
Reyburn Park
29th and Chalmers Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Hank Gathers Youth Access Center
30th & Jefferson Street Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/28/2015
Niche Review
I always had a good experience. My area has a bad education system
8/24/2020
Niche Review
When i was growing up here i had a lot of fun and met a ton of great people but i knew my neighborhood was slightly bad but now my neighborhood is slightly better than what it used to be with new homes and people
8/5/2014
Niche Review
The overall experience in this area is okay, sometimes I hear people outside. I maybe hear police cars driving through my block.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Strawberry Mansion | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Strawberry Mansion Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Strawberry Mansion, Philadelphia sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Strawberry Mansion, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $502,500, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$502,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$335,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,375,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
65
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$389
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,967
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1915
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,805
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,144
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,249
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,089
Open Houses
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Thursday, Aug 73 - 4pm
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Wednesday, Jul 305 - 6:30pm
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Thursday, Jul 315:30 - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$758 - $1,365 per month
- The Brownstones at Diamond Street
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 728+ Sq Ft
- 3200 W Diamond St
- Philadelphia, PA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
17,577
Median Age
39
Population Density
31 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$25,546
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$41,053
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.9%
College Graduates
13%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
% Population in Labor Force
52.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
61
/ 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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Older North Philly community walkable to the Schuylkill River and transportation
North Philadelphia West
Row home community located 3 miles from Center City
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Urban community with converted lofts and popular eateries near East Fairmount Park
Fairmount
This neighborhood is a model for a walkable, artful urban lifestyle
Glenwood
An urban, walkable neighborhood of North Philadelphia
Yorktown
Midcentury rowhomes minutes from Temple University and Center City
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