Mill Creek House for Sale

Mill Creek, an urban neighborhood in Philadelphia, is steeped in history and resilience. Named after the now-buried Mill Creek, the area has faced significant challenges, including a major sewer system collapse in 1961. Today, community leaders like Abdul-Rahim Muhammad, founder of the New Africa Center, are dedicated to preserving the African American legacy and revitalizing the neighborhood. The New Africa Center, located along Lancaster Avenue, serves as a museum and symbol of this revitalization. The neighborhood features blocks of rowhomes, many built in the 1920s, with central bay windows, covered front porches, and elevated yards. Twin homes with stone siding and small front porticos are also common. Recent renovations have updated many homes with modern kitchens, new appliances, and central air conditioning. The southeastern corner houses the Lucien E. Blackwell Homes, subsidized rowhomes built in the early 2000s. Mill Creek is about 4 miles west of Center City, accessible via U.S. Route 30 and Interstate 76, with SEPTA providing local bus and trolley services. Philadelphia International Airport is less than 10 miles south. Lancaster Avenue offers dining options like Supreme Oasis Bakery & Deli and Alaska King Crab House. The neighborhood also features the Tiffany Fletcher Recreation Center, Lucien E. Blackwell Community Center, and Aspen Farms community garden. Mill Creek continues to rebuild and foster a sense of community.