Port Richmond

Port Richmond is a neighborhood in the near northeast section of Philadelphia. It was notable for its large Polish and Irish immigrant communities living there.  In colonial times most of today's Port Richmond was owned by Anthony Palmer, the founder of Philadelphia Kensington neighborhood. Palmer put together various parcels of land starting  about 1704.  He named the estate he built "Hope Farm" and in 1729 sold this estate to William Ball. Palmer then purchased the old Fairman Mansion estate which bordered on the south of Hope Farm and built his town of Kensington. Over time some manufacturing began at the southern end of Hope Farm and this area became known as Balltown.  There were glass and textile concerns located there during the latter part of the 18th century.  The two main thoroughfares of Port Richmond are Allegheny Avenue running east/west and Aramingo Avenue running north/south.

Notable natives of Port Richmond include PCL champion hurdler Jason Zazyany and University of Scranton rugby standout Scott Mullen. 

The Real Estate market in Port Richmond is booming. Take a look at all of the new townhomes in this area.  This is a tight knit community, there is much pride in this community, its a love thing in Port Richmond. Great place to work, play and many great schools. Take a ride on Aramingo Avenue, anything you could possibly need you will find in one of the many shopping centers.

Pal Center is in the heart of Port Richmond. Wonderful churches and places of worship. Don't miss out on the great delis' and pizza shops. Its a must to visit Tacconelli's Pizza on Somerset St.  Take a stroll to Allegheny and Belgrade to rest a bit at the park.  No longer is Port Richmond row homes, there is new construction being built each day. Lovely townhomes and best of all most have garages. If you live in Port Richmond you know this is a premium.

If you would like to drop me a line on my web site, I would love hearing from you and maybe I could be your choice of your favorite Realtor.

Thanks, Maggie 

Froggy9742@aol.com

Cell:215-687-07805