Spring Garden
Urban Core Neighborhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County 19130
Neighborhood Reviews
Classic Italianate Brownstones minutes away from Center City
Much of the residential landscape is made up of two or three-story townhouses. Styles range from Italianate and classic brownstone townhouses to newer construction and contemporary condos. Most homes feature street parking and some even have rooftop terraces. “There’s a lot of new construction in Spring Garden, close to Center City with great walking scores and coffee places,” says local realtor Mike Bottaro. Some condos feature community amenities like fitness centers. Home prices range from $125,000 for a townhome needing some T.L.C., while more established and updated homes can range from $400,000 to $1.5 million.
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Fairmount Avenue has several options for dining and big box shopping
The major thoroughfare of Fairmount Avenue runs along the northern section of Spring Garden, home to big box stores and various bars and restaurants. National franchise stores like Giant and Target keep locals stocked with fresh produce and other necessities. Franchise cafés are also found along Fairmount Avenue, like OCF Coffee House, an airy modern coffee shop with built-in garage-door style windows to let the breeze in during warmer months. Jack’s Firehouse is just down from the café, offering Southern cuisine in a converted 19th-century firehouse. To the east along Broad Street is Clementine’s Stable Café, a sleek and contemporary restaurant serving elevated American fare.
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Locals are close to the excellent schools in the School District of Philadelphia
Public school students are served by the School District of Philadelphia, starting out in primary schools such as Laura Wheeler Waring School. The school is named for the prominent Harlem Renaissance-era artists and teaches from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Students move on to secondary institutions such as Benjamin Franklin High School. Both schools have an overall C-minus rating according to Niche. The high school has a notable roster of alum, from renowned economists and musicians to professional athletes for NFL teams like the New York Giants and the Washington Commanders.
Volunteer-led community garden and playground
The community’s name is derived from the massive community garden and public park space at its center. The Spring Gardens has been volunteer-led and maintained since 1995, providing over 180 plots for gardening and organizing regular events such as membership meetings and community dinners. The Philadelphia Horticultural Society has supported the gardens through its urban greening initiative, hoping to plant more greenery in Philadelphia communities suffering from the urban heat island effect. Just south of the gardens is the Roberto Clemente Playground, named after the first Latin-American baseball player to be honored in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Children can clamber around the playground while locals play pickup basketball or relax on the field, which offers views of the Center City skyline. Dog owners can play catch or take their pets on runs at the neighboring Green Street Dog Park. Thousands of paintings and other artworks are displayed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, less than a mile west along Fairmount Avenue.
Quick light-rail or bus ride to Center City
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority has light rail and bus stops throughout the neighborhood and a subway line along Broad Street. Center City is within two miles of most homes and businesses in Spring Garden. Proximity to Center City and abundant community amenities make Spring Garden a great place to call home.
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Ian Burke
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Angela Floyd
Angela Floyd
BAE Realty and Investment Services
(267) 508-7313
50 Total Sales
1 in Spring Garden
$218,000 Price
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Lauren Macdonald
Lauren Macdonald
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(610) 600-9757
52 Total Sales
1 in Spring Garden
$785,000 Price
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Christina Briglia
Christina Briglia
KW Empower
(856) 443-4729
73 Total Sales
1 in Spring Garden
$920,000 Price
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Maria Quattrone
Maria Quattrone
RE/MAX @ HOME
(855) 933-5214
505 Total Sales
3 in Spring Garden
$168K - $545K Price Range
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Michael Phillips
Michael Phillips
Compass RE
(267) 376-7072
77 Total Sales
4 in Spring Garden
$192K - $580K Price Range
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Jessica Carfagno
Jessica Carfagno
Compass RE
(888) 513-3853
52 Total Sales
1 in Spring Garden
$285,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Matthias Baldwin Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Francisville Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Roberto Clemente Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Roberto Clemente Park & Playground
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
The Oval
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
22 min drive
Subway
Fairmount
Bus
21st St & Wallace St
Bus
22nd St & Fairmount Av
Bus
Spring Garden St & 16th St
Bus
17th St & Green St
Bus
20th St & Wallace St
Bus
Broad St & Spring Garden St
Reviews
Homes.com Reviews
5/25/2024
Homes.com Review
Beautiful area. Picture perfect! Great scenic route.
Niche Reviews
10/27/2017
Niche Review
I moved to this area with my wife for its safety location and night-life. We are currently enjoying all three very much. There really is nothing bad to say about this area!
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Spring Garden | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Spring Garden Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Spring Garden, Philadelphia sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Spring Garden, Philadelphia over the last 12 months is $507,500, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$494,500
Median Sale Price
$507,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,674,450
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$812,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$415,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
122
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$348
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,237
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,158
Significantly above the national average
1,938
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,751
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,175
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
810
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
700
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742
Open Houses
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Saturday, May 311:30 - 2:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,495
Median Age
37
Population Density
51 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,045
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,695
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.3%
College Graduates
81.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
43.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
93
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
81
/ 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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