Top-3 Philadelphia Neighborhoods To Buy Houses In If You’re A Foodie!
Philadelphia offers an abundance of superb eateries that would satisfy even the pickiest diner, yet some neighborhoods specialize in certain cuisines more than the city overall.
One such neighborhood is South Philly, where the Fab Five from Netflix’s Queer Eye have successfully transformed a family fish stand into a popular local seafood eatery.
South Philadelphia
South Philadelphia offers its residents many restaurants and grocery stores for dining out and grocery shopping needs. There’s Oregon Diner for delicious fried chicken, Mike’s BBQ for mouthwatering BBQ meats, Blue Corn Mexican restaurant offering delectable margaritas, as well as Pennsport, which provides tacos and pho after each game at great prices!
At the turn of the 19th and early 20th centuries, Irish and Italian immigrants established communities reflecting their Old World traditions and culture – such as the Italian Market along 9th Street between Wharton and Fitzwater streets – which still exist today. Since 1990s, Southeast Asian immigration has contributed further diversity to South Philadelphia; community organizations, churches and markets continue to reflect this region’s heritage.
South Philadelphia offers a diverse population and ample shops, eateries, and sports venues for residents to enjoy a lively yet walkable neighborhood with reasonable home prices. Homes for sale range from historic row houses to modern luxury apartment buildings – many come equipped with 10-year real estate tax exemption programs which draw many young families and roommates into its charms.
Fishtown
Fishtown is quickly becoming the go-to spot for young professionals moving to Philadelphia from all over the country, drawing in young professionals with its trendy restaurants and lively bars. Nestled between Front Street, Delaware River, and Girard Avenue this working class neighborhood (originally named due to its history in shad fishing) now has something for everyone: from trendy businesses attracting residents, to watching its transformation over time.
Pizzeria Beddia is one of our go-to spots for pizza. This u-shaped bar, complete with an inviting smiley cloud lamp hanging above, evokes an industrial garage-esque environment and serves up delicious thin crust pizza topped with Calabrian cream, mozzarella and Old Gold gouda cheese for a delicious slice.
Fishtown offers its residents access to an abundance of grocery stores and amenities, including the iconic Sprouts market. Fishtown features historic row homes as well as modern new constructions – providing plenty of opportunity for renovating projects. When searching for homes in Fishtown it’s essential that buyers establish their budget prior to beginning the search process and team up with an agent with extensive local knowledge so they can find something which fits both your needs, lifestyle preferences and budget.
Roxborough
Roxborough is a charming family-oriented neighborhood situated at the northwest corner of Philadelphia and Manayunk, known for its attractive older homes and convenient proximity to Wissahickon Valley Park. Renowned for its safety, with one of Philadelphia’s lowest crime rates and strong sense of community; Roxborough offers quiet streets that are well lit with well-lit streets that make an ideal environment for families with young children.
Dalessandro’s Steaks draws locals and visitors alike with its decadent cheesesteaks and steak sandwiches; similarly, C&C Creamery ice cream shop has long been popular.
Roxborough’s appealing amenities and reasonable home prices make it an attractive community for young professionals and families. Well connected to Center City Philadelphia via SEPTA bus routes 9, 27 and 32 and its Manayunk/Norristown Regional Rail line at Ivy Ridge station, Roxborough also features plenty of walkable blocks of standard Philly rowhomes as well as twin homes and detached single family houses – making this area highly walkable as well.