Rock out with EveryBlock Out!
July 1, 2008 by Philadelphia's Remax City Space
Looks like EveryBlock.Com just introduced a Philadelphia Version of their very informative site.
What’s EveryBlock? From Everyblock.Com:
“EveryBlock is a new way to keep track of what’s happening on your block, in your neighborhood and all over your city.”
We just took a few minutes to poke around at Philly.Everyblock.Com and we’re pretty excited about one of Everyblock’s many feaures.
How Safe Is This Block? Well, We Don’t Know…
One of the most frequent questions we get when showing property to a buyer who’s not to familiar with Philadelphia is “How Safe Is This Block.” As responsible Realtors we avoid answering questions about safety because we are not experts on local crime and can’t always be aware of what’s going on from block to block in a city as large as Philadelphia. (Also, as a practical matter, “safe” is a pretty subjective term, and good salespeople generally avoid offering opinions that might not jive with those of the recipient. ) So how is Joe Philly Home Buyer supposed to guage whether or not he or she will be comfortable in a particular spot? One way might be to gather good solid empirical evidence by simply hanging out in your target area at different times of day.
EveryBlock’s Crime Page
Another way might be to peep the amazing Philly Based Crime Page at Everyblock. The “search near an address” function allows the user to quickly view the last 50 crimes within a few blocks. You can also search crime reports by dispatch date, police district, or general neighborhood.
Feed Me More Than Just Scary Crime Stuff!
Ok. Everyblock’s custom feed builder allows for the instant aggregation of real time updates for all kinds of good stuff related to a specific Philly location. For example, here below is the digest of a feed pulling in Crime, News Reports, Recent Real Estate Listings, & Restaurant & Business Reviews, and even recently taken Flickr Pics near Remax City Space’s Office at 632 North 2nd Street:
Be sure to check out (and bookmark!) EveryBlock.
Everyblock Feed for 632 N. 2nd Street (Re/Max City Space’s Office Location)
4 crimes new on October 10 Burglary 100 Block New St Burglary: Day; Force: Apartment house Dispatched at 6:44 p.m. on October 8, 2008. Theft 1100 Block N American St Theft: From vehicle: Non-access, under $50 Dispatched at 9:1. […]
News article: Frugal Fun Alert: Weekend Location: 629 N 2nd Publication date: October 10, 2008 Phillyist — Many Projects: Reception featuring exhibits "Bloom," "Politics as Usual?," dance video by Tania Isaac, and &quo. […]
2 business reviews new on October 9 3 stars out of 5: New 3-star review for Silk City Diner & Lounge on Yelp. 1 star out of 5: New 1-star review for Cafe Estelle on Yelp.
6 crimes new on October 9 Theft 200 Block Laurel St Theft: From vehicle: Non-access, over $200 Dispatched at 9:58 p.m. on October 7, 2008. 800 Block N 5th St Theft: From vehicle: Access, over $200 Dispatched at 12:39 p.m. on. […]
News article: Frugal Fun Alert: Thursday Location: 230 Vine Publication date: October 9, 2008 Phillyist — Memories…: Screening of Election Day, combining 11 stories shot on November 2, 2004, at the Painted Bride (230 Vine), 7PM. $10
News article: Finding Northadelphia Location: 725 N. Fourth St. Publication date: October 9, 2008 Philadelphia Weekly — Fri., Oct. 10, 7:30pm. Philadelphia Media Bureau, 725 N. Fourth St. www.yesphilly.org
7 real estate listings new on October 8 231 N 2nd St 231 N 2nd St #R10 listed on Trulia for $23,000 Listed on October 7, 2008. 231 N 2nd St 231 N 2nd St #310 listed on Trulia for $28,500 Listed on October 7, 2008. 234 N 3rd St 234 N 3rd St. […]
3 business reviews new on October 8 5 stars out of 5: New 5-star reviews for 941 Theater and DnA Salon on Yelp. 1 star out of 5: New 1-star review for Flow on Yelp.
1 photo new on October 7
2 crimes new on October 7 Aggravated assault 400 Block N 2nd St Aggravated Assault: No weapon Dispatched at 4:02 a.m. on October 5, 2008. Theft N Delaware Av & N Penn St Theft: From vehicle: Non-access, $50 to $200 Dispat. […]
4 business reviews new on October 7 5 stars out of 5: New 5-star review for North Third on Yelp. 4 stars out of 5: New 4-star review for A Full Plate on Yelp. 3 stars out of 5: New 3-star review for Temple University Gallery on Yelp. 1. […]
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