1731 Brandywine St. Philadelphia, PA 19130 – Art Museum Area     Check out this amazing two story historically designated carriage house located at 1731 Brandywine St. Philadelphia, PA 19130! Completely remodeled with heating/cooling systems and new custom built-ins in the bedroom. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout with exposed brick in the living room. The kitchen...CONTINUE READING

Residential Activity in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. For Single-family Homes & Condominiums, citywide.  — Total Inventory, Dec. 2014 = 7,565 2% increase from 2013.  Inventory Accumulation, Dec. 2014 = 7.4 December Settled Listings, Dec. 2014 = 1,071 Total Settled Listings (2014) = 12,302 8% > December 2013. Median Price, Dec. 2014 = $149,900 2014 EOY Median...CONTINUE READING

Millennials – The Internet Generation. A unique demographic, indeed. With every answer at their fingertips, how does one provide value? Let’s explore. — What we know.  Highly tech. savvy. Accustomed to 24-7 connectivity. ‘Instant gratification’ tendencies.  Noncommittal. Low post-grad employment. High student debt. How to appeal? Utilize technology to manage expectations, educate & provide ease-of-access.  1.)...CONTINUE READING

Join us this Thursday, Jan. 8th for a Post New Year’s Bash at 501 Vine Street Condos, a new construction project.  Chilled champagne from 6pm – 8:30pm + catered food from Philly’s own DiBruno Brothers. Condo #3 – Sign agreement at event to receive 2% seller assist ($7,000) + $1,200 lender credit. Condo #6 – Sign agreement at event...CONTINUE READING

Open House #1: 301 Race St #207, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Newly Listed Unit at the Wireworks Condos in Old City, Philadelphia! Priced At: $195,000 Realtor: Guillaume Lantoine Open House Schedule Twilight Showings: Friday, Nov. 7th, 6pm-7pm. First Friday Special!  Sunday, November 9th, 12pm-3pm. Key Features Size: 590 sqft. Type: Studio Bedroom Alcove 1 Full Bathroom Parking: Street Laundry: In-Unit Description Incredible...CONTINUE READING

Featured Open House: Sunday, November 2 301 Race St #207, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Public showings from 11am – 1pm ET. Newly Listed Unit at the Wireworks Condos in Old City, Philadelphia! Priced At: $195,000 Realtor: Guillaume Lantoine On-site Agent: Gordon Stein KEY FEATURES Size: 590 sqft. Type: Studio Bedroom Alcove 1 Full Bathroom Parking: Street Laundry: In-Unit DESCRIPTION Incredible unit with soaring...CONTINUE READING

Recover & Rebound: Why Philadelphia’s Q3 Home Sales Display Promising Trends 3rd Quarter Review: Home Sales in Philadelphia, PA July 2014 – September 2014 Data analysis: Kevin Gillen, Economist (Recorder of Deeds Office) The Facts 1. Sales volumes increased from 2nd Quarter. Most notably, within lower-priced neighborhoods. 2. Just below 4,000 transactions July – September 2014. 1st time since...CONTINUE READING

The economists at Zillow (popular real estate search portal) recently analyzed nationwide data to determine which United States’ metropolitans offer the strongest landscapes for buyers & sellers, respectively. Results account for sales price, asking price, days on market & percentage of homes on market with price cuts. Philadelphia charted amongst the USA’s strongest buyers’ markets, at #3 in the...CONTINUE READING

Public Showings this Sunday October 5th, from 11am – 4pm.  119 Fairmount Ave, Northern Liberties 1014 N Orianna St, Northern Liberties 837 N 2nd St #308,  Northern Liberties 501-507 Vine St #9, Old City 2201 Cherry St #603, Logan Square Photography: Matt Robnett (Matt@PLUSHimage.com) — # 1 – 119 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Newly Listed Northern Liberties...CONTINUE READING

Sunday, September 28th ; 12-4pm 476 Harmon Rd, Roxborough 429 N 13th St #5C, Loft District Photography: Matt Robnett (Matt@PLUSHimage.com) — # 1 – 476 Harmon Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19128 Back on Market: Single-Family Home with New Kitchen & Massive Backyard.  Date / Time: Sunday September 28th, 12pm-3pm Listing Agent: Justin Bresson Priced At: $249,000 (MLS # 6457004) 2 beds, 2...CONTINUE READING

Sunday, September 21st ; 1pm-4pm 123 Elfreths Alley, Old City 1237 N 6th St, Northern Liberties 2201 Cherry St #603, Logan Sq. Photography: Matt Robnett (Matt@PLUSHimage.com) — # 1 –  123 Elfreths Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106 $20K Price Improvement on Elegant Old City Home, Very Motivated Seller!  Date / Time: Sunday September 21st, 1pm-3pm Listing Agent: Adam Atacan New Price: $750,000 Philly.com Featured 3...CONTINUE READING

It’s no secret the millennials face a lofty task prepping their first home purchase. Between the 2008 housing crash, widespread student debt & a challenging job market, you’re average millennial postgrad isn’t too actively pondering their first home. In fact, 20-somethings have become known for their paycheck to paycheck “lifestyle,” which should not be misconstrued as...CONTINUE READING

RealtyTrac. reports  as #5 most affordable housing market for Gen. Y buyers, according to recent study results. Research analyzed percentage of income needed by median earners, in order to purchase / rent median priced homes. In Philadelphia, buyers allocate 14.06% of income for current living situation. Median home price [as of April 2014] estimated $81,675, while...CONTINUE READING

— Ostroff leads a 13-member team that sold over 200 units, and more than $86 million in 2013. As top performers in the Philadelphia real estate market – The Philly Living Team has aligned with Keller Williams Center City to support the growth of its agents. Please join us in welcoming Noah Ostroff & his Philly Living Team...CONTINUE READING

# 1 – 123 Elfreth’s Alley | Philadelphia, PA 19106 Elegant, Federal Style Old City Townhome – Philly.com Featured. Date / Time : Sunday August 10th, 1-3pm Listing Agent : Adam Atacan 3 beds / 3 full baths. Original architectural details & contemporary upgrades. Classic old-world charm meets modern comfort. 1st floor living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen & outdoor garden....CONTINUE READING

# 1 – Vine St Condos 501 – 507 Vine St # 1 – 9 | Philadelphia, PA 19106   Newly Updated 9-unit building ; Perfect Old City location ! Date / Time : Friday August 1st, 5–7pm Special twilight tour for agents & brokers only * Listing Agent : Aaron Byles 1 bed / 1 – 1.5 baths. Completely...CONTINUE READING

The following excerpt is sourced from Econsult Solutions’ Quarterly Housing Index (2014 ; Q2)   The Philadelphia housing market had another strong spring this quarter, with some differences across subregions. Quality-adjusted prices of single-family houses in Philadelphia increased by an average of 5.1 percent this quarter and are up 3.1 percent from a year ago. Trends in the city...CONTINUE READING

# 1 – Vine St Condos 501 – 507 Vine St # 1 – 8 | Philadelphia, PA 19106 Newly Listed * Newly Updated 9-unit building ; Perfect Old City location !  Date / Time : Sunday July 27th, 1 – 3pm. Listing Agent : Aaron Byles 1 bedroom / 1 – 1.5 bathrooms. Completely rehabbed...CONTINUE READING

Big thanks to Philadelphia Magazine & Curbed Philly for featuring our GORGEOUS summer listings on Vine St & Elfreth’s Alley, in Philadelphia’s historic Old City neighborhood. Property details below. Feel free to inquiry further with The Atacan Group :: 267-238-5759, or marketing@atacangroup.com. — # 1 –  501-507 Vine St #9 | Philadelphia, PA 19106 newly listed...CONTINUE READING