In Northern Liberties

Perhaps now, as projects in Northern Liberties seem to be as consistent as public transit, always running, but sometimes late, a large abandoned building at the southeast corner of 3rd and Girard will catch the interest of developers or entrepreneurs. We’ve regarded the big building many times and wondered what, if anything,

It took a few tries but neighbors and developers have agreed upon final designs for 5 four-story residential units with roof decks on the northwest corner of 3rd & George in Northern Liberties. Construction could begin this spring, as the ZBA and permitting processes will likely occupy the remainder of

Months ago, we gave you the heads up about the Penn Treaty Pennthouses, an impressive apartment conversion at the corner of Delaware Ave. and Brown Sts.

As you can see in the photo above, the newly renovated building is immediately next door to a structure that looks like its evil, unrenovated twin. But

Four years ago, plans for the green-inspired Duck Flats in Northern Liberties flattered sustainable enthusiasts and excited local realty buffs. The project called for 10 new units in two buildings on the 800 block of N. Lawrence Street, and 15 units in three buildings on the 800 block of N. 4th

A press release recently crossed our virtual desk, with a big Northern Liberties project that we somehow missed previously. Penn Herb Co., a store that specializes in herbal remedies (as the name suggests), has done business out of 603 N 2nd St. for generations. In the very near future, they

Back in May, we told you about a mixed-use development coming to the corner of 2nd and Brown, which still has not broken ground. Immediately to the north, 807 N 2nd St. stands as a partially constructed, stalled construction project.

The other day, a reader reached out to us, and mentioned

You've likely noticed that we've been paying quite a bit of attention lately to the Northern Liberties and Fishtown neighborhoods. Well, if you live someplace else and crave a little more attention, don't be offended, it's nothing personal. All's we can do is report about where the action is taking

Months ago, we told you about some new construction rentals on the corner of Lawrence & Poplar, in Northern Liberties. Over time, we've provided an update or two, showing the progress at the site. When we passed by the other day, the homes appeared complete.

The materials are an interesting mix,

Last week, representatives from Tower Investments went before the ZBA with a proposal to convert 201 Spring Garden St., currently set up as a commercial building, into 17 condo units. Tower has owned the property since 2006, when they purchased the building in a package along with some property on

Along Front Street between Spring Garden Street and Girard Avenue, there's plenty of open space, and many vacant sites and overgrown lots. Considering the look of the surrounding neighborhoods, this area sticks out like a sore thumb.

Slowly, the parcels around Front Street are being developed. At Front & Brown, the Penn