Editing Spruce Hill

{{Infobox Neighborhood
| name = Spruce Hill
| type = Neighborhood
| location = West Philadelphia
| zip_codes = 19104
| boundaries = Roughly Market Street to Woodland Avenue, 40th Street to 46th Street
| adjacent_neighborhoods = [[University City]], [[Cedar Park]], [[Walnut Hill]]
| major_streets = Spruce Street, Baltimore Avenue, 42nd Street
| transit = SEPTA trolleys (Routes 13, 34), Market-Frankford Line (40th Street Station)
| notable_landmarks = Victorian architecture, Clark Park
}}

'''Spruce Hill''' is a residential neighborhood in [[West Philadelphia]] known for its Victorian architecture and proximity to the [[University of Pennsylvania]]. The neighborhood is home to Clark Park, one of West Philadelphia's most beloved green spaces, and features tree-lined streets with elegant 19th-century homes.

== History ==

Spruce Hill developed in the late 19th century as Philadelphia expanded westward. The Victorian homes attracted middle-class and wealthy families seeking space outside Center City while maintaining transit access.

== Clark Park ==

'''Clark Park''' is the neighborhood's centerpiece:
* 9-acre urban park
* Farmers market (Saturdays)
* Concerts and events
* Playground
* Dog-friendly areas
* Community gathering space

The park features a statue of Charles Dickens, the only public monument to Dickens in the world.

== Character ==

=== Architecture ===
* Victorian single-family homes
* Large houses on spacious lots
* Tree-lined streets
* Some apartment conversions

=== Community ===
* Mix of families and professionals
* University-affiliated residents
* Active civic association
* Progressive character

== Living in Spruce Hill ==

* Victorian homes (single-family and converted)
* Higher prices than outer West Philadelphia
* Family-friendly
* Strong schools interest

== Getting There ==

* '''Market-Frankford Line:''' 40th Street Station
* '''SEPTA Trolleys:''' Routes 13, 34 along Baltimore Avenue
* Walkable to Penn campus

== See Also ==

* [[University City]]
* [[Cedar Park]]
* [[West Philadelphia]]
* Clark Park

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|description=Guide to Spruce Hill, West Philadelphia's Victorian neighborhood featuring Clark Park and elegant 19th-century architecture near Penn.
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[[Category:Neighborhoods]]
[[Category:West Philadelphia]]