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unboundgaming t1_j3nxvj4 wrote

Hi! I grew up in NJ, but moved away when I was 18, and at 27, I’m moving back to the area for a job in northern Philly. I left on the shore so I’m not incredibly familiar with the neighborhoods around Philly, but wanted to know the ideal neighborhoods in the area. I’ll be working at the the northern airport (PNE), so anything within 40 min is great. I noticed a lot of housing on the south side is much cheaper but that’s a huge drive from what I can tell. I’m looking for something in the 300-325k range that will actually provide some sort of square footage (maybe around 3 bed, 1400 sqft~). Thank you!

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Brahette t1_j3o5786 wrote

Summoning our resident fairygodrealtor u/decentchinesefood

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decentchinesefood t1_j3o5oum wrote

!!! Thanks for the mention, /u/Brahette!

/u/unboundgaming: I would easily suggest Port Richmond as a great fit.

It's in between some fun neighborhoods (Fishtown, Northern Liberties) and the northeast airport (20 minute drive).

My buyers who have purchased in this area like it for the prices. $300K range is more than enough to get 1400 square feet, an outdoor space, and 3 bedrooms. Unlike Fishtown and further south, where that prices will buy you less and less in terms of space and amenities.

I agree that South Philly would be quite a drive for you, especially considering that housing is more expensive on the east side of Broad, generally.

Welcome back to the area!

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unboundgaming t1_j3o6wei wrote

Thank you so much! I’m looking now. We have two dogs so a little space in the back would be nice, don’t need a ton of room but more than a 10ftx10ft area. Fingers crossed, I’ll keep you in mind if we end up buying soon

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