Main Content
Buy a Home in Graduate Hospital, Where City Living is a Commuter’s Paradise!
In Graduate Hospital, also known as Southwest Center City (SWCC), South of South, “SoSo,” or “G-Ho,” residents get to experience close-knit communities, eclectic restaurants, bistros, bars, entertainment, shops, and green spaces that include the scenic Schuylkill River Boardwalk and Schuylkill River Trails. A diverse community of families, young professionals, students, and retirees have the luxury of an urban environment that affords wide tree-lined sidewalks, esteemed schools, and convenient transit around the city. This vibrant community is just a ten-minute walk from the luxurious Rittenhouse Square, steps away from the highly desired Fitler Square, and close to bustling Center City and all its whereabouts — it is an extraordinary place to call home.
If you’re looking for a luxury home for sale in the Graduate Hospital District, you’ll need an experienced luxury Philly broker. Maxwell Realty Co. brokers have more than $3 billion in transactions over the company’s 50 years in Philly. They have the connections, experience, and skills you need to make your home search stress-free.
Where is Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia?
The Graduate Hospital neighborhood is south of Rittenhouse Square and Filter Square, north of Point Breeze and Grays Ferry, west of Bella Vista, and east of University City. The Schuylkill River borders Graduate Hospital on the west, South Broad Street on the east, South Street on the north, and Washington Avenue on the south. Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square, and Center City surround the Graduate Hospital area, and provide endless sources of entertainment, shopping, arts, culture, and amazing eats for foodies!
The Schuylkill River Trails have many access points and viewing points for various elevation points. Taking the pedestrian walk along the South Street Bridge through Graduate Hospital is also a fantastic way to get to University City and to explore even more restaurants, shops and even a museum (Penn Museum) that houses an amazing collection of Egyptian mummies!
How to Commute to and From Graduate Hospital
Living in Graduate Hospital means access to transit and commuting almost effortlessly. Residents have many choices, depending, of course, on their destination.
- Graduate Hospital on foot: With a walk-score of 95, pedestrian walkways are well-lit and easily accessible! If going towards University City (west), the South Street Bridge is accessible. If going towards the Art Museum (north), the Schuylkill River Trails are accessible, and if going to Center City or South, walking and grabbing a coffee may be the way to go!
- Graduate Hospital via bike: Bike trails are throughout the city, and the Schuylkill River Trail offers a great bike route if commuting in the city, north of Graduate Hospital.
- Graduate Hospital via car: The convenience of this neighborhood means also that it is desirable, however driving can be challenging! On the plus side, many beautiful new homes have the luxury of private garages and having your reserved spot is priceless. Easy access to I-76, I-676 and I-95 can connect you to Philadelphia points, Philadelphia’s western suburbs, or to New Jersey.
- Graduate Hospital via bus: Bus routes available include the 17 (Penns Landing to Broad & Pattinson Ave), 27(Barren Hill to Plymouth Meeting Mall), 40 (east to west on South Street), 64 (50th & Parkside to Pier 70 & Columbus Blvd), and 7 (Pier 70 to 33rd & Dauphin) lines.
- Graduate Hospital via subway: The PATCO subway line, connecting lines to NJ is accessible. The Broad Street line is also a terrific way to travel North and South, and to connect to the east and west lines.
- Graduate Hospital via train: The Airport, Manayunk/Norristown, and Media/Wawa train lines are accessible.
If travels take you a bit further to New York or DC, 30th Street Station is nearby. There are many options for commuting for residents — it is truly a wonderfully located place to get around town and call home. With approximately 136 bars, cafes and restaurants, your commute travels will be highlighted by the possibilities of where your travels will take you soon after.
Points of Interest in the Graduate Hospital Neighborhood
Where to grab the best cup of coffee in Graduate Hospital
- Ultimo Coffee
- The Social House
- 19 Degrees Cafe
Where to breakfast and start your day with no regrets in Graduate Hospital
- Ants Pants Café
- Miles Table
- Fitzwater Street Philly Bagels
- The Breakfast Den
- Sabrina’s Cafe
Where to grab a quick lunch in Graduate Hospital
- Falafel Time
- Yeeroh
- Porcos Porchetteria
- Martabak Ok
Where to dine with friends in Graduate Hospital
- Bistro SouthEast
- Los Camaradas
- LocoPez
- Café Ynez
- Tio Flores
- The Sidecar Bar & Grille
Family-friendly dining in Graduate Hospital
Where to have an intimate dinner date in Graduate Hospital
- Pumpkin BYOB
- Chez Hansi BYOB
- Ambrosia Ristorante BYOB
- Entrée BYOB
- L’Anima
- Prime Fusion Afro Grill & Lounge
Where to go for nightlife, libations, wine, & single mingling in Graduate Hospital
Where kids have fun in Graduate Hospital
- Graduate Hospital YMCA
- Philly Dance Fitness
- Parks & playgrounds: Julian Abele Park (22nd & Montrose Sts.), Marian Anderson Park (17th & Catherine Sts.), Catherine Park (2200 Catherine St.) and Uncle David’s Playground (15th Catherine Sts.)
Sweets and treats in Graduate Hospital
Where to shop in Graduate Hospital
Where to buy groceries in Graduate Hospital
Where families send their children in Graduate Hospital
Graduate Hospital is a popular choice for families, with daycares and schools nearby, easy walking commutes, and plenty of green spaces for play and leisure.
- Greenfield Albert School – known by locals as “Greenfield” – grades K-8
- Arthur Chester A School – grades K-8
- Stanton Edwin M School – grades PK-8
Places to Call Home in Graduate Hospital
The revitalization, development and increasing prosperity in Graduate Hospital is noteworthy, as is its close-knit community with crime rates below the national average. This safe, diverse community has a mix of homes that exude Philadelphia’s old-world charm and artisanship, along with newly constructed homes that boast their private garages. The number of single-family and multi-family luxury homes and condos has increased, as developers have sought out this highly desirable area of the city. As of February 2023, the good news is that the Graduate Hospital sales show that Graduate Hospital potential buyers are in a buyer’s market! Strike while the iron is hot — this community is on an upward trend, and entrepreneurs, artists, and developers are making fabulous lasting impressions on a community that has it all!
If you’re ready to make a new Philadelphia neighborhood home, let a Maxwell Realty agent make the process as easy as possible. We have been connecting Philadelphia apartment renters and homeowners to their perfect luxury Philly homes for more than 50 years. Nancy Alperin and her team have done more than $3 billion in real estate transactions and can make the convenience and luxury of Graduate Hospital a home for you!