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Jaw-Dropping Albermarle Estate Now $1.85M Cheaper

by Melissa Romero May 25, 2016, 2:00p

One of the most jaw-dropping estates on the Main Lane just underwent another price chop, bringing its asking price down to $17,900,000. Will the price cut help the home find a buyer?

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Photos: Construction Progress at 4601 Market St.

by Melissa Romero May 25, 2016, 12:30p

It's been a minute since we last checked in on progress at the Public Safety Services Campus at 4601 Market. But a quick walk by the 15-acre property, formerly the Provident Mutual Life Building, revealed where construction stands as of this week.

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What $2,000 Rents in Philly Right Now

by Patrick Cobbs May 25, 2016, 10:30a

Welcome back to Curbed Comparisons, a dive into the options available for a certain price point in various neighborhoods. Is one person's loft another person's townhouse? Let's find out! Today's price: $2,000/month.

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Why Midcentury Americans Believed the Suburbs Were Making Them Sick

by Amanda Kolson Hurley May 25, 2016, 10:00a

Midcentury works of pop sociology and psychology and pulp fiction reveal a great deal about the preoccupations of midcentury Americans. And midcentury Americans believed their suburban homes were destroying their lives.

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Charming Trinity in Rittenhouse Square Asks $349K

by Melissa Romero May 25, 2016, 9:00a

You can find a lot more in Rittenhouse Square than multi-million dollar penthouses and condos. Take this charming Trinity, for example, which just listed for $349,000.

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AKA Rittenhouse Becomes Full-Fledged Hotel with Nightly Stays

by Melissa Romero May 24, 2016, 2:30p

The extended-stay residences AKA Rittenhouse, where the likes of Jennifer Lawrence has stayed while filming Silver Linings Playbook, has announced that it will now offer nightly stays.

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Lovely Old City Condo with Great Views Asks $699K

by Melissa Romero May 24, 2016, 1:00p

This Old City condo that just listed for $699,000 has us dreaming of summer, thanks to its private roof deck with views of the city and the Delaware River. But the interiors are pretty impressive, too.

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Archeologists Unearth 82K Artifacts in Old City

by Melissa Romero May 24, 2016, 11:30a

Archeologists have unearthed some 82,000 artifacts dating back to the 17th century at the Museum of the American Revolution construction site on 3rd and Chestnut streets, from really old buttons to a prized punch bowl from the U.K.

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The Philly Al Fresco Heatmap: Where to Eat Outside NOW

by Alex Tewfik May 28, 2015, 3:47p

Finally ready to get outside? Here are eight new al fresco options to try, focusing on patios, decks, and more that have come on the local scene in the past year or so, as well as pop-ups and seasonal spots that have reopened with notable changes...

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Pizza Hut's New Robot Can Read Your Emotions

by Jeremiah Budin May 25, 2016, 12:30p

Next time you sadly order a pizza, you might get called out by a robot.

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Smart Pet Toy Doubles as Camera to Spy on Pets

by Jeremiah Budin May 25, 2016, 11:00a

Now you can play with your dog while you're at work.

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Designer Incorporates Computer Glitches Into Furniture

by Jeremiah Budin May 25, 2016, 9:55a

Embrace your (computer's) mistakes.

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What on Earth Is This Car-Swallowing Elevated Bus?

by Jeremiah Budin May 24, 2016, 5:00p

It's so crazy it might just work. Or not.

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10 Best Public Parks to Host a Memorial Day Picnic

by Melissa Romero May 24, 2016, 10:00a

We compiled 10 great public parks where you can host a Memorial Day picnic or cookout. They all offer plenty of green space to lay out a blanket, and some of them even have charcoal grills.

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Society Hill Home with Rooftop Pool Seeks $6.8M

by Melissa Romero May 24, 2016, 9:02a

Listed for the first time since 2000, this double-lot property comes with a long list of private amenities, from a roof top pool to a movie theater to an underground parking garage. Will all of that be enough to find a buyer?

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America’s Magnificent Midcentury Rest Stops Were Real Roadside Attractions

by Patrick Sisson May 24, 2016, 8:48a

The Last Stop: Vanishing Rest Stops of the American Roadside collects photos of these quirky relics of a lost age of travel.

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Stunning Kensington Home Lists for $450K

by Melissa Romero May 23, 2016, 2:30p

New construction and gut renovations in neighborhoods like Kensington and Fishtown can sometimes miss the mark. But here's one complete overhaul that we think got it just right.

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8 Impressive Napkin Sketches of Philly Landmarks

by Melissa Romero May 23, 2016, 1:00p

We popped into the Philadelphia Center for Architecture one day to check out the 2016 Sketch Showcase, which this year featured dozens of napkin sketches of Philly landmarks and hidden gems during the AIA National Convention.

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Map: 29 High-Rises Under Construction in Philly

by Melissa Romero May 12, 2016, 10:00a

It seems like the Philly skyline changes almost daily, with plenty of cranes rising and towers being topped off. This map may help wrap your head around the mind-boggling amount of construction that's taking place throughout the city.

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The 2nd Least Popular National Park is in Philly

by Melissa Romero May 23, 2016, 11:30a

There were just 1,261 visits in 2015 and $7,220 in visitor spending at this national park. It also happens to be the smallest national park in the country. So what is it?

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12 Jaw-Dropping Homes for Sale at the Jersey Shore

by Melissa Romero May 23, 2016, 10:00a

We rounded up a dozen of the most jaw-dropping homes for sale down at the Jersey shore, from a modern bayside abode in Long Beach Island to a classic Cape May Victorian.

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Here's How Long You Need to Save to Buy in Philly

by Melissa Romero May 23, 2016, 9:00a

A new report delves into this category of millennials, and has found that college-educated millennials with student debt have to save for 10 years to afford a 20 percent down payment. But you don't have to wait that long if you live in Philly.

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Lower Moyamensing Home Wants $259K

by Melissa Romero May 20, 2016, 12:00p

For this week's Pricespotter we asked readers to guess the asking price of a lovely brick rowhome in Lower Moyamensing. How much does a 3-bedroom, 1-bath property go for these days in this South Philly neighborhood?

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Exclusive: Inside the Divine Lorraine Renovations

by Melissa Romero May 5, 2016, 10:00a

The historic Divine Lorraine Hotel is on track to open at the end of the year after a $44 million top-to-bottom renovation. Curbed Philly got an exclusive tour of the property's apartments.

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Mt. Airy Twin with Sunroom Charms for Just Under $300K

by Melissa Romero May 20, 2016, 10:30a

Everything about this Mount Airy twin is downright cozy, from the front sunroom to the rear back patio. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home clocks in at a reasonable 1,436 square feet.

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Is Philly Gentrifying as Much as We Think It Is?

by Melissa Romero May 20, 2016, 9:00a

A new Pew report tallies up all of the neighborhoods that have experienced gentrification since 2000. The results are a surprising look into Philly's gentrification and poverty problems.

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Reservations Required for Mormon Temple Open House

by Melissa Romero May 19, 2016, 2:30p

Beginning next Monday, reservations will open to snag a ticket to the Philadelphia Mormon Temple Open House in August and September. After the open house season, the temple will only be open to church members.

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'Inside Out' Lets You Enjoy Art for Free in Philly

by Melissa Romero May 19, 2016, 11:30a

Philadelphia Museum of Art's Inside Out exhibition is an annual tradition that brings the museum's beloved paintings and sculptures to the streets of Philadelphia and its suburbs.

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Photos: Celebrating the Iconic PSFS Building

by Melissa Romero May 19, 2016, 10:00a

This year marks the 200th anniversary of the Philadelphia Savings Fund Society by taking a look at its iconic and historic skyscraper, the PSFS Building at 1200 Market.

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1919 Market is Now Leasing!

by Danielle Farrell Apr 27, 2016, 3:00a

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Million-Dollar Homes New Normal in Top Urban Markets, Says Report

by Barbara Eldredge May 19, 2016, 8:58a

The proportion of U.S. homes valued at or above $1 million has nearly doubled over the past four years.

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New Fishtown Home with 4 Outdoor Spaces Asks $459K

by Melissa Romero May 19, 2016, 8:57a

Just in time for this warmer weather, a brand-spankin' new home with four outdoor spaces in Fishtown has hit the market as of this morning. This home at 1031 E. Earl Street is the first project of Anchorage Development, a boutique building company.

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6 Philly Schools are Still for Sale

by Melissa Romero May 18, 2016, 2:00p

Since closing nearly 10 percent of the city's schools three years ago, the Philadelphia School District now has just has just a handful of properties left that are still up for sale.

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Renderings: Ridge Flats Development in East Falls

by Melissa Romero May 18, 2016, 1:00p

Renderings have been released of a big mixed-use development planned for East Falls ahead of the Civic Design Review meeting on May 31. What do you think of the proposal?

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26 Places to Visit in Philly This Spring

by Melissa Romero Apr 1, 2016, 10:00a

Need something to do this season? Our Spring Pocket Guide can help with that.

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Ritz Carlton Residence Comes with $2M Views

by Melissa Romero May 18, 2016, 12:00p

A spacious unit in the Residences at the Ritz Carlton just opened up and comes with a hefty price tag of $2 million. At 2,356 square feet, it's spacious, and the many floor-to-ceiling windows make it seem even bigger.

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Commission Approves Bill to Purchase Swing Bridge

by Melissa Romero May 18, 2016, 9:00a

The Philadelphia City Planning Commission approved a bill yesterday that will allow the city to buy an abandoned swing bridge that crosses the Schuylkill River, finally connecting the two sides of the river.

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See Your House on Curbed!

by Melissa Romero Feb 26, 2016, 3:09p

We're looking for beautiful, quirky, and quaint homes alike to feature on Curbed Philly. Here's your chance to show us why you love where you live.

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