The Ellington, located at 1500 Chestnut Street in Center City Philadelphia, is a 20-story condominium building originally built in 1923 and converted in 2006. The building includes 162 units, with one- to three-bedroom layouts and bi-level penthouses.
A Big Win for one of the top buildings in Philadelphia: The Arthaus Condos A major transformation is coming to Broad Street—one that will directly impact the feel and value of nearby real estate. A $150 million streetscape project aims to reshape this…
A Guide for Philly’s Newest Urbanites Moving from the quiet, tree-lined cul-de-sacs of the suburbs to the vibrant heart of Philadelphia is an exhilarating transition. Whether you are eyeing a luxury condo near the University of Pennsylvania or a sleek loft steps…
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Yeah, I swim. A lot. Here are my top five favorite pools in town. 1.)Waterfront Square 2.) One Riverside 3.) The Arthaus 4.) Symphony House 5.) The Murano
Property Flyers are Often Incorrect Here are a few examples:1) Hardwood Flooring- Likely, it is not hardwood, rather it is laminate. And laminate is preferred in newer condo buildings. It looks good, wears well, and offers an array of styles. 2) Deed Parking- Usually,…
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Philadelphia condos have a unique issue that may not be relevant to condos in, say, remote parts of Montana or on a deserted private island. NOISE! Some of the most sought-after condo buildings here in Center City are on, or very close…
Open houses are great. What a wonderful collection of folks who may at any time walk right in your front door. And each one is different from the next.... 1) The Tourist: "Oh, we're from Ohio and just visiting. We…
Not giving an inch may cost you a mint in a real estate transaction. Back in the 1960's, Tarryton Cigarettes had the saying "I'd Rather Fight Than Switch". Personally, I think I would give up my specific brand of cigarettes…
Center City offers a buffet of living arrangements. Almost any Center City condominium, with a smattering of exposed brick, attempts to pass itself off as a loft. Often sought after as an expression of one's own style, loft living has…
Today's Condo Manta should be: "Association, Association, Association" Condominium Associations Policies Are Playing a Heavier Role In Value Determination. Many condo buyers are dismissing the old adage of "Location, Location, Location" as being the primary determining factor in the value…
