The Post Office building at 1602-12 Frankford Ave. in Fishtown is for sale. The ~6,900 sqft, CMX-2 zoned building at Frankford & E. Columbia was just listed yesterday for a tidy $5.5 million, meaning we would likely see redevelopment here in the future. Thoughts on the move?

Billy Penn Studios in Ludlow/Olde Kensington look primed to expand thanks to a new zoning permit. The complex will see a two-story addition with new commercial units, offices, studios, art galleries, and shared office space. Thoughts on the plans? jackphillyre.substack.com/p/billy-penn...

This just received demo permits today, so we'll likely see activity here soon like we predicted. Could be interesting to see what comes next.

The Joe Frazier statue at the Sports Complex appears to be moving to a new Art Museum location. After the Rocky statue moves to its new home atop the steps, this bronze tribute to a real boxer looks poised to take the spot at the base of the steps. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/breaking-j...

A more traditional design is planned for four rowhomes on the parking lot at 2115-29 Spring Garden St. The last iteration (Img 2) was both modern and somewhat odd, so we are digging this update. The plans come from Eclipse Development and Canno Design. Thoughts on the update?

27 units could rise in East Mt. Airy at the site of Enterprise Rent-A-Car. With permits in hand, will we see construction begin or is this to sweeten a potential sale? This is all happening right across from a 45-unit project that's waiting to start. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/mt-airy-re...

After conversion plans were first proposed back in 2022, the Steel Heddle Building at 2100 W. Allegheny Ave. is now for sale. The historically designated complex could see 232 apts & 33 commercial units when redeveloped. The 257K sqft building could be yours for $3.5 million.

The former Jumbo Theatre at Front & Girard could soon see development. A zoning permit to consolidate the property was recently pulled, possibly leading to a new project on the site. One has to look just next door to see what might be ahead. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/property-c...

An escape room is planned for 1338-48 Chestnut St. near S. Broad & Chestnut. The large commercial space in the ground-floor of the Griffin apts. sits right next to The Capital Grille and is just two blocks from another newish escape room, Time Mission. Thoughts on the plans?

It was just announced this morning that Philly-based Konekt Studio will be taking this gorgeous space. Look for modern, organic lighting and furniture for the former Olde Kensington engine house. Definitely worth checking out 👀 konektstudio.com

Going out to the KoP Bahama Breeze and drinking my Jared McCain/Jeff Stoutland pain away

After an announcement last summer, Esposito's Porchetta in East Passyunk is taking a major step towards opening a sandwich shop at 1629 S 10th St. They head to a zoning meeting with EPX Civic Association next Monday, Feb. 9th. Go out and show your support if you live in the area!

After going through CDR last spring, a 75-unit adaptive-reuse apartment in Fairhill gets zoning approval. A four-story addition will rise above a two-story industrial building, adding a dash of density in a rowhome-heavy area. Thoughts on the plans? jackphillyre.substack.com/p/addition-7...

A former church is for sale for $999,000 as a single-family home at 309 Monastery Ave. in Manayunk. This 3,000 sqft home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, two-car parking, and multiple outdoor spaces. The stained glass and tower just ooze character. Who’s moving in?

Big news for Temple and South Broad St. per The Temple News: the former University of the Arts building/Ritz-Carlton Hotel will be home to several parts of Temple’s Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts beginning in Fall 2027, with Terra Hall seeing a $35-million renovation.

Rest in peace to one of the great bloggers and the de facto mayor of Philadelphia. It was my honor and pleasure to work with him. defector.com/dan-mcquade-...

Ten Penn Center at 18th & Market is about to see a big change. After PMC Property Group purchased the tower in July, floors 17-27 of this office building will be converted to 273 units, continuing the office-to-residential trend that seems to only be picking up momentum in Center City. Thoughts?

the housing ban will likely still be going into effect, assuming he doesn't retract it at the next week's Rules committee hearing!

Jake nails it here, covering how much is now happening in an area that was nearly banned from hosting any housing (Side note: I was literally writing this same article when I saw this pop up lol). I've included a graphic that shows this latest proposal in context of the proposed overlay:

Per Philly YIMBY, an 81-unit, mixed-use apartment at 2031 N. 63rd St. received construction permits. This four-story building near St. Joe's University will include 24 parking spaces/ground floor commercial. It's being developed by Rock Urban Mgmt. and designed by KCA Design Associates. Thoughts?

Two low-rise buildings near Broad & Washington could see a major change in the coming years. These properties hit the market in an area that has seen hundreds of new construction apartments at an intersection that is wildly different than a decade ago. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/two-proper...

Pier 25 at 415-417R N. Columbus Blvd. in Northern Liberties - best known as Cavanaugh’s Riverdeck - is now for sale. The 2-acre, CMX-3 zoned property could be home to a sizable new development, joining all of the other multi-family action in the area. What would you want to see?

The Department of the Interior should learn to shut their mouths and know what their role is - it’s not whatever this crap is. Embarrassing but not surprising from these cretins:

Three new signs for a trio of Rittenhouse Square businesses: Mitchell & Ness in their new flagship store at 1513 Walnut St. SEV brings their laser hair removal to 1525 Chestnut St. Haraz Coffee brings Yemeni coffee to 1822 Chestnut St. Which spot are you most stoked for?

BREAKING: A zoning permit was issued yesterday for 300 residential units for a parklet at N. Broad & Vine. After other permits were recently issued, another project may be coming to an area that could see a residential ban in the future. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/breaking-3...

An RFI was issued yesterday to bring modular home construction to Philly, including to the sinking Logan Triangle. We break down the history, the players, and what we see ahead for this latest piece of Mayor Parker's Project HOME initiative. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/mayor-park...

A new design for this is heading to the Architectural Committee of the Historical Commission next week. This slightly updates a design we weren’t in love with when we wrote about it in December. Thoughts on the new proposed look?

4889 Umbria St. in Manayunk makes a return trip to Civic Design Review next month. 369 units and a 380-vehicle garage are planned around some existing low-rise industrial buildings. This is all directly across from the Ivy Ridge SEPTA station. Thoughts on the plans?

Signs of Old City from a sunnier day

No action in ages at 141-43 N. 4th St./319 Cherry St. in Old City. The developer, Genesis Capital, bought another property nearby last year on N. 3rd St., but seems to be dealing with lawsuits in both Utah & New Jersey. No word if - or when - this one will get moving again.

OMC's 1997 hit single "How Bizarre" was the first song by a New Zealand artist to top the U.S. Billboard chart. Happy Friday, everyone.

Rendering vs. Reality: 6515 Ridge Ave. A 100-unit apartment in Roxborough was completed somewhat recently. This received a fresh food market bonus for 15 extra feet of height, but a new zoning permit shows that a childcare center will go in instead. So much for the market, it seems!

146 units may be on the way at Frankford & Lehigh. The former tire shop just received demo permits, meaning this mixed-use apartment that went to CDR in Sep 2023 could be imminent. This is right across from another proposal that may see demo soon. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/demo-permi...

A ceremonial groundbreaking took place today for this now $150 million upgrade to the streetscape along the Avenue of the Arts. Phase 1 calls for a landscaped median between Spruce & Pine, with more plantings/seating/lighting to come. Check the article from last summer for more.

44 affordable units are recently wrapped at Ruth Street Civic House in Kensington. These apartments sit right next to another recent affordable housing complex, and all just a block or so from the MFL. We love seeing this and hope we see way more. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/44-deeply-...

Have you always wanted to buy a McDonald's? Well now you can! The soon-to-open fast-food spot at 1604 Chestnut St. just hit the market for $3.57 million. The store's 20-year lease starts March 2026, bringing the golden arches back to Center City in the old Portabella storefront.

Per @phillytrib.bsky.social, the intercity bus terminal will be back in action May 1st. Mayor Parker signed legislation that will return this to Chinatown this spring, getting this operating before the events of this summer. This ends years of stopgap solutions that were terrible for riders.

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A coffee shop is coming to the corner of 12th & Chancellor to 210 S. 12th St. in the Gayborhood. No word yet on the specific tenant, but we're glad to see this commercial space filled along this burgeoning stretch of the neighborhood. What would you want to see here?

A 1.4-acre industrial site is for sale amongst a sea of cars. This is across the river from the Bellwether District and across from a brand-new soil recycling plant. Is this a sign of a changing industrial district in SW Philly? jackphillyre.substack.com/p/14-acre-in...

We check on progress at the 14 condos that are The Curator on Quarry Street in Old City. This luxury spot is moving fast now, and we have a bunch of new interior renderings of what's to come. Would you drop over a million on a spot here? jackphillyre.substack.com/p/weekend-qu...

The intersection of E. York & Jasper in East Kensington maybe has maybe changed more than anywhere in Philly since 2009. Hundreds of new construction apartments have risen just a block from the York-Dauphin El station. How are you feeling about the change?

1936 Washington Ave. is for sale for $9.2 million. Long the home to OCF Realty, Planet Fitness is filling the 2nd floor and Baker Street Bread Co. has also had space here. A mystery grocery store/butcher shop recently received permits, along with a sit-down/take-out restaurant.

Weekend Five: January 10th, 2026 A day later than usual, but we tackle some recent listings, some recent sales, and an unfortunate closure of a street art venue. Get the lowdown on what's happening before this Wild Card Weekend. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/weekend-fi...

Recently completed, recently started, and in-progress projects complete our Vine St. focus. 150+ units are coming the sleepier northwestern corner of Old City. This will completely change the area, transforming the quiet vibe along Vine. Thoughts? jackphillyre.substack.com/p/more-actio...

Rendering vs. Reality: 2132 N. 10th St. Six-stories, 35 units on a triangular lot that overlooks the Temple football practice field. One-bedroom units start just under $1,400/month for this building that just started leasing. Look is from DesignBlendz. Thoughts?

UPDATE: this is now being marketed as a potential mixed-use purchase with ground-floor commercial use, with the price being reduced to $4.5 million. The Historical Commission also unanimously denied the owner's application to legalize the non-permitted work here. The intrigue!

A 6-story, 35-unit apartment building at 208-12 Vine St. is at full height where a small industrial complex dating to the 1780s once stood. This is just one piece of a rapidly changing Old City, which has seen a wave of new construction along this stretch. jackphillyre.substack.com/p/vertical-p...

Zoning permits for a 495-car garage at 41st & Filbert were issued earlier today. This will serve as University Place 5.0 and will also include a small public garden and what looks to be a dog park (Img 3). It takes the place of a surface parking lot near the University Place complex.

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