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== Frequently Asked Questions == | |||
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|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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Latest revision as of 02:03, 24 December 2025
Torresdale
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | Far Northeast Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19114, 19136 |
| Named for | Torresdale estate |
| Boundaries | Roughly Pennypack Creek to Bucks County line, Delaware River to Roosevelt Boulevard |
| Adjacent | Holmesburg, Bensalem Township |
| Major streets | Torresdale Avenue, State Road, Academy Road |
| Transit | SEPTA Regional Rail (Torresdale Station), bus routes |
| 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
[edit | edit source]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
[edit | edit source]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
[edit | edit source]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
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Single-family homes
- Larger lots
- Suburban character
- Mix of older and newer homes
- Higher prices than inner Northeast
Community
[edit | edit source]- Middle-class families
- Quieter atmosphere
- Near Bucks County
- River access
Living in Torresdale
[edit | edit source]- Suburban character
- University nearby
- Delaware River access
- Regional Rail service
- Near city boundary
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- SEPTA Regional Rail: Torresdale Station (Trenton Line)
- SEPTA buses: 84
- I-95: Nearby access
- Near: Bucks County