Editing Torresdale

{{Infobox Neighborhood
| name = Torresdale
| type = Neighborhood
| location = Far Northeast Philadelphia
| zip_codes = 19114, 19136
| named_for = Torresdale estate
| boundaries = Roughly Pennypack Creek to Bucks County line, Delaware River to Roosevelt Boulevard
| adjacent_neighborhoods = [[Holmesburg]], [[Bensalem Township]]
| major_streets = Torresdale Avenue, State Road, Academy Road
| transit = SEPTA Regional Rail (Torresdale Station), bus routes
| notable_landmarks = Holy Family University, Glen Foerd estate
}}

'''Torresdale''' is a neighborhood in the far [[Northeast Philadelphia]] along the Delaware River, near the Bucks County border. The area has a suburban character and is home to Holy Family University and the historic Glen Foerd estate.

== History ==

Torresdale developed from estates and farmland, retaining a more open character than inner neighborhoods. The name comes from the Torresdale estate. Development accelerated in the 20th century but maintained larger lots and a suburban feel.

== Holy Family University ==

'''Holy Family University''' is located in Torresdale:
* Catholic university
* Founded 1954
* Undergraduate and graduate programs
* Nursing and education programs notable
* Campus in residential setting

== Glen Foerd ==

'''Glen Foerd on the Delaware''' is a historic estate:
* Victorian mansion (1850s)
* Delaware River frontage
* Public tours available
* Events and programs
* Gardens and grounds

== Character ==

=== Housing ===
* Single-family homes
* Larger lots
* Suburban character
* Mix of older and newer homes
* Higher prices than inner Northeast

=== Community ===
* Middle-class families
* Quieter atmosphere
* Near Bucks County
* River access

== Living in Torresdale ==

* Suburban character
* University nearby
* Delaware River access
* Regional Rail service
* Near city boundary

== Getting There ==

* '''SEPTA Regional Rail:''' Torresdale Station (Trenton Line)
* '''SEPTA buses:''' 84
* '''I-95:''' Nearby access
* '''Near:''' Bucks County

== See Also ==

* [[Holmesburg]]
* [[Northeast Philadelphia]]

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

{{FAQ
|q1=What is Holy Family University?
|a1=Holy Family University is a private Catholic university located in Torresdale, founded by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth in 1954. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs with notable strengths in nursing, education, and healthcare. The campus is set in a residential neighborhood near the Delaware River.

|q2=What is Glen Foerd?
|a2=Glen Foerd on the Delaware is a historic Victorian estate built in the 1850s on the banks of the Delaware River. The mansion and its gardens are open to the public for tours, events, and programs. It's one of the few remaining grand estates along Philadelphia's Delaware waterfront.

|q3=Is Torresdale still in Philadelphia?
|a3=Yes, Torresdale is within Philadelphia city limits, though it's at the far northeastern edge near the Bucks County border. The neighborhood has a suburban character with larger lots than inner-city areas, but residents pay Philadelphia taxes and receive city services.

|q4=How do I get to Torresdale?
|a4=Torresdale is accessible by SEPTA Regional Rail (Trenton Line, Torresdale Station), I-95, and local roads including State Road and Academy Road. The neighborhood is car-dependent, though the Regional Rail station provides Center City access for commuters.
}}

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|title=Torresdale Philadelphia - Far Northeast Philadelphia Neighborhood
|description=Guide to Torresdale, far Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood along the Delaware River featuring Holy Family University and Glen Foerd estate.
|keywords=Torresdale Philadelphia, Holy Family University, Glen Foerd, Northeast Philadelphia, Delaware River
|type=Article
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