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Revision as of 16:19, 23 December 2025
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | North Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19121, 19132 |
| Named for | Historic Strawberry Mansion in Fairmount Park |
| Boundaries | Roughly 29th Street to 33rd Street, Lehigh to Diamond |
| Adjacent | Brewerytown, Allegheny West, Fairmount Park |
| Major streets | Ridge Avenue, 33rd Street, Diamond Street |
| Transit | SEPTA bus routes |
| Landmarks | Strawberry Mansion (historic house), Fairmount Park access |
Strawberry Mansion is a neighborhood in North Philadelphia named for the historic Strawberry Mansion house in adjacent Fairmount Park. The neighborhood has a rich history but has faced significant economic challenges in recent decades, including poverty, crime, and disinvestment. Community organizations work to preserve the neighborhood's heritage and improve conditions for residents.
History
The Mansion
The neighborhood takes its name from Strawberry Mansion, an 18th-century house in Fairmount Park that once served as a restaurant famous for its strawberries and cream.
Historic Character
Strawberry Mansion developed as a middle-class neighborhood in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with elegant Victorian homes and a stable community.
Decline
Like much of North Philadelphia, Strawberry Mansion experienced severe decline in the late 20th century:
- Population loss
- Property abandonment
- Economic disinvestment
- Crime increases
Character
Architecture
- Victorian rowhouses (many deteriorated)
- Some larger historic homes
- Vacant lots
- Mixed conditions
Community
Despite challenges, the neighborhood maintains:
- Active community organizations
- Long-term residents
- Preservation efforts
- Hope for revitalization
Fairmount Park Access
Strawberry Mansion borders Fairmount Park:
- Access to park trails
- Strawberry Mansion house (in park)
- Natural areas
- Recreation opportunities
Challenges
- Poverty
- Property vacancies
- Crime
- Limited commercial services
- Disinvestment
Revitalization Efforts
Community organizations work on:
- Housing rehabilitation
- Youth programs
- Economic development
- Crime reduction
Getting There
- SEPTA bus routes: 15, 32
- No subway access (requires bus)