Cedarbrook

Cedarbrook

Type	Neighborhood
Location	Northwest Philadelphia
ZIP code(s)	19150
Named for	Cedar Brook (stream)
Boundaries	Roughly Cheltenham Avenue to Stenton Avenue, Ogontz Avenue to city line
Adjacent	Mount Airy, Olney, Oak Lane, Cheltenham Township
Major streets	Cheltenham Avenue, Stenton Avenue, Ogontz Avenue
Transit	SEPTA bus routes
Landmarks	Cedarbrook Plaza, near Philadelphia city line

Cedarbrook is a neighborhood in Northwest Philadelphia near the city's northern boundary with Cheltenham Township. The neighborhood developed in the mid-20th century and has a suburban character with single-family homes.

History

Cedarbrook was developed primarily after World War II, transforming from open land to residential neighborhood. The area attracted middle-class families, particularly African-American families seeking homeownership in the mid-to-late 20th century.

Character

Housing

• Single-family homes
• Split-levels and colonials
• Larger lots
• Well-maintained properties
• Mid-century construction

Demographics

• Middle-class families
• African-American community
• Homeowners predominant
• Stable neighborhood

Cedarbrook Plaza

Cedarbrook Plaza is the neighborhood's main shopping area:

• Strip shopping center
• Grocery stores
• Retail and services
• Neighborhood commercial center

Living in Cedarbrook

• Single-family homes
• Suburban feel
• Near city boundary
• Middle-class community

Getting There

• SEPTA buses: 22, 28, 70
• Cheltenham Avenue: Border with Montgomery County
• Car: Common transportation mode

See Also

• Mount Airy
• Oak Lane
• Olney
• Northwest Philadelphia