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Dickinson Narrows

Type	Neighborhood
Location	South Philadelphia
ZIP code(s)	19148
Boundaries	Roughly Oregon Avenue to the Delaware River, Broad Street to Delaware Avenue
Adjacent	Pennsport, Whitman, South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Major streets	Dickinson Street, Oregon Avenue, Front Street
Transit	SEPTA bus routes
Landmarks	Delaware River waterfront, FDR Park access

Dickinson Narrows is a neighborhood in South Philadelphia near the Delaware River waterfront. The neighborhood takes its name from Dickinson Street, which narrows as it approaches the river. The area features working-class housing and access to riverfront developments and FDR Park.

History

Dickinson Narrows developed as part of South Philadelphia's expansion toward the Delaware River. The neighborhood housed workers in nearby industries and has maintained a working-class character.

Character

Housing

Rowhouses predominant
Working-class homes
Affordable prices
Mix of conditions
Some new development near waterfront

Community

Working-class families
Longtime residents
Italian-American heritage
Near stadium district

Waterfront Access

Near Delaware River waterfront developments
Access to FDR Park
Trails and recreation
Development pressure from waterfront projects

Living in Dickinson Narrows

Affordable housing
Near waterfront
Working-class community
Access to FDR Park
Stadium district nearby

Getting There

SEPTA buses: 17, 68
Near: Delaware River waterfront
Near: FDR Park and Sports Complex

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 * '''Near:''' Delaware River waterfront
 * '''Near:''' FDR Park and Sports Complex
+{{FAQ
+| q1 = Where is Dickinson Narrows?
+| a1 = Dickinson Narrows is in South Philadelphia near the Delaware River waterfront, bounded roughly by Oregon Avenue, the Delaware River, Broad Street, and Delaware Avenue. It takes its name from Dickinson Street, which narrows as it approaches the river.
+| q2 = What is Dickinson Narrows like?
+| a2 = Dickinson Narrows is a working-class residential neighborhood with rowhouses, Italian-American heritage, and access to the Delaware River waterfront and FDR Park. It's more affordable than many South Philadelphia neighborhoods.
+| q3 = Is Dickinson Narrows near the stadiums?
+| a3 = Yes, Dickinson Narrows is relatively close to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex and FDR Park. Residents can easily access the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, and 76ers venues.
+}}
 == See Also ==