Pictures!

Now that’s a juicy piece of Real Estate in Philadelphia’s Wynnefield neighborhood!

Rock out with EveryBlock Out!

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)

“Water” We Waiting For? A Shared Vision for Philadelphia’s Delaware River Waterfront

There are 7 miles of blighted waterfront property just east of our beloved center city Philadelphia. On Thursday, hundreds of citizens and advocates joined together at the Independence Seaport Museum on Penn’s Landing to listen to speakers on the redevelopment of this property including representatives from Penn Praxis, the Next Great City, the Central Delaware Advocacy Group, the PA Horticultural Society, the Del. Valley Planning Commission, Andy Altman, Frank DiCicco, and Mayor Michael Nutter (If you are reading this mayor, I was the one giving you the “standing o”).

10 Action Plan For The Waterfront

Our representatives have been working together and set out a 10 Action Plan in order for us as a city to realize this new shared vision of a beautiful, usable, people friendly, wildlife friendly, sustainable, accessible waterfront that will replace the run down, industrial looking, littered, squandered land that is now at the water’s edge.

The actions are as follows:

1. Appoint an open, accountable, effective waterfront manager
2. Adopt clear zoning, a detailed master plan and a coordinated regulatory policy
3. Build a continuous, 7-mile trail along the waterfront
4. Create new parks and improve the 2 existing parks
5. Guarantee public access to the riverfront and make it easier for residents to walk and bike to the waterfront
6. Extend transit to the river
7. Extend key streets to the river (Tasker, Reed, Pier 70 Blvd, Washington, Brown, Shackamaxon, Beach, and Lehigh)
8. Manage traffic and parking in the area
9. Create a 100 foot greenway along the water’s edge
10.Create a natural river’s edge and restore habitat

Execution of Philadelphia’s Delaware Waterfront Plan

The best part about this plan is that people are already working on execution- especially Mayor Nutter. If I have learned anything about the man, it’s that he sticks to his word and makes the changes he proposes. He stated in that auditorium that this is not a plan that will be put upon the shelf and forgotten about. He pledged to take this proposal out of the planning phase and into the execution phase- effective immediately. One of the highlights to a lot of attendees was his acknowledgement that the casino’s do not fit into this plan, but the truth is that we may not be able to stop them from building….but we must not let them come in the way of the total vision.

Here’s a look at Mayor Nutter’s speech on Brightcove.com:

What Can We Take From All This Delaware Waterfront Planning?

I must take the opportunity now to say, it’s time to purchase property near the waterfront NOW. This plan will happen, and those property values will continue to soar as the plan nears completion.

Go to my website www.livegreeninphilly.com to look at properties up an down Delaware Avenue / Columbus BLVD and other spot near the water, as well as all other real estate in Philly.

Rachel Lipton
REALTOR, Certified EcoBroker
RE/MAX City Space
direct: 215-625-7940
cell: 215-868-5972
email: rlipton@phillycityspace.com
website: www.livegreeninphilly.com

Luxury for Less! Fitler Square Lifestyle 2BR for $309k!

2213 South St unit 2 living room, originally uploaded by Remax City Space.

For those looking for an affordable oasis in one of the city’s most popular neighborhood, look no further than this CitySpace located at 2213 South St.

This 2BR bi-level residence features the latest in design and green technology, is two blocks off popular Fitler Square, is well served with a grocery store, cafes, great restaurants and night spots literally steps away. Within about five minutes, you’re either on Rittenhouse or the ever-more popular Schuykill River Park.

The space itself features beautiful walnut flooring throughout, gorgeous Philippe-Starck outfitted baths, luxury chefs kitchen outfitted with Electrolux Icon, and many innovative green touches such as on-demand hotwater, green roof, and a condensing dryer.

For more information:
CLICK HERE!

Pedal Your Commute!

“It’s going to be a beautiful day in Philadelphia,” the radio crooned at me this morning… and I thought, “YES! Viva la bicycle! I will ride my bike to work!” Which isn’t truly an amazing thing, as I ride my bike 8 miles to work and home several times a week - but this isn’t to say that it isn’t exciting every time I do it.

On the way in to work I find myself cruising down Kelly Drive into the city, morning sunshine resting lazily upon me, as I gaze out at the Schuykill River. I always think how happy I am that I am outside, getting in a workout, and that I am not stuck in the metal box of my car, or the metal box of the train. I stop off at the gym to clean up before heading to the office - where I sit down at my desk feeling awake, refreshed and ready to go.

On the way home there is more of a crowd on Kelly Drive - as it is full of joggers, walkers, dogs, babies, birds, water vendors, and those who picnic.  I weave around them with joy, happy to be out of work and moving my body after a long day sitting in a chair, staring at a screen.

The most satisfying part about commuting by bike? It’s free and eco-friendly. Reduce that carbon footprint people, Philly is a pretty friendly bike city, now is your chance.

-Heather Riley, Remax City Space

Brown Street Estates - Fully Stated and Situated!

If you’ve got a minute and enjoy checking out well furnished & decorated interiors, check out this link. Melissa Barrett just posted over 100 pictures of a unit at the mod, eco friendly residences built by Domani at Brown Street Estates. Melissa was also nice enough to include some great commentary alongside each pic.

Enjoy, and if you want a look at Brown Street Estates, give Melissa a shout at 215.300.4604.

Thanks!

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