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squirrel_eatin_pizza t1_jeez455 wrote

when they built the new building on Broad and Washington, people were complaining that the old small town charm of south philly was disappearing. I'm like really? You live in the second largest city on the east coast. If you dont like urbanization then move to the burbs. Broad and Washington is practically center city.

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ColdJay64 OP t1_jeez1s4 wrote

“The project is just one of what CCRA estimates is 1,000 units proposed for the Rittenhouse area in the coming years, including Pearl Properties’ slender 183-unit tower proposed next door at 1822-24 Chestnut.

“These guys are putting a lot of money into the expectation that there will be a robust apartment market in Center City West in two or three years,” Gross said. “Having a robust market means there’s more young people around the neighborhood. More restaurants, more culture. It’s a vote of confidence in the future.””

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rovinchick t1_jeeymro wrote

I took SEPTA for over 20 years until the pandemic hit, tried a few times since then and was dissatisfied and now have switched to exclusively car commuting. It was a direct result of reduced regional rail schedules and deteriorating conditions on the NHSL/MFL as my alternative. I hate paying for parking everyday, but it has been worth for me for now until SEPTA is a feasible option again.

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