All winter, we’ve just been dreaming of springtime in Philadelphia. We can’t wait to get back outside to enjoy the picnics, riverfront events, and long walks or bike rides. Starting with the Schuylkill River Trail. A popular destination for Philadelphia bikers, walkers, joggers, and more, this trail is the best place to get some outdoor […]
Where were you when the Eagles won the Super Bowl? Whether you were at home with your family, or lucky to be at the game, we all remember when we were when the Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowl in 2018. At Maxwell Realty, we are proud Philly sports fans. While we’ll miss seeing the […]
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220 W Washington Square Imagine, one of Philadelphia’s premier parks as your front yard. With 57 feet of frontage facing the park, this luxury West Washington Square home is on the sixth floor of a boutique condo building. Sitting above the trees, you’ll have unparalleled privacy with your own private elevator. Features of this 3,720 […]
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA The exclusive Rittenhouse Square neighborhood is best known for its beautiful, historic, tree-filled Rittenhouse Square Park, and its surrounding attractions: fine dining, high-end retail shopping, wellness boutiques, high-rise residences, and, of course, people-watching. The park resonates with history, and passersby can walk along its tree and bench-lined paths to catch glimpses of an array […]
Living in Philadelphia: South Philly’s Food Scene There’s no doubt – one of the best things about living in Philadelphia is the food! And South Philadelphia has some of the best food anywhere in the country. There you’ll find the Italian Market, the oldest continually operating open-air market in the U.S.; restaurants serving cuisine from […]
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What’s it like to live at Philadelphia’s Riverwalk apartments? “You feel like you’re on vacation when you live at Riverwalk.” – Nancy Alperin, Maxwell Realty Maxwell Realty CEO Nancy Alperin can tell you everything you’d want to know about the newly constructed Riverwalk apartment buildings in Philadelphia. The apartments at Riverwalk offer brand new stainless […]
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Philadelphia Landmark Spotlight: the Benjamin Franklin Bridge One of Philadelphia’s most iconic views is of the one and only Benjamin Franklin Bridge. Connecting Philadelphia to Camden, NJ, the Ben Franklin Bridge is not just a lifeline for commuters – it’s also full of the city’s history and hidden works of art. Today, the bridge also […]
Hot Time or Not Time: When to Buy Real Estate We’ve all heard it: Springtime is best time to buy a home, with most sellers aiming to put properties on the market between April and August. The first two weeks of May consistently show strong sales numbers in the U.S., regardless of region or state. […]
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Philadelphia Landmark Profile: The Swann Memorial Fountain If you live in Philadelphia, or if you’ve visited the City of Brotherly Love, you probably know the Swann Memorial Fountain. But how much do you know about this beloved Philly landmark? In the heart of Logan Circle stands The Swann Memorial Fountain, created in 1924. Previously, this […]
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Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA My favorite neighborhood in Philadelphia is Washington Square. It’s laid back, great for outdoor recreation and exercise, has easy access to all that the city has to offer, and it has a unique personality thanks to its rich history. Old printing press buildings have been converted into modern condominiums and apartment […]