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== Frequently Asked Questions == | |||
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|q1=Where is Rhawnhurst? | |||
|a1=Rhawnhurst is in the Far Northeast section of Philadelphia, roughly bounded by Rhawn Street, Cottman Avenue, Bustleton Avenue, and Pennypack Park. It sits between Bustleton to the north, Fox Chase to the northeast, and Burholme to the south. | |||
|q2=What is Rhawnhurst named after? | |||
|a2=Rhawnhurst takes its name from Rhawn Street, which runs through the neighborhood. Rhawn Street was named for William Henry Rhawn (1825-1898), a Philadelphia banker and philanthropist who served as president of the National Bank of the Republic. | |||
|q3=Is there public transit in Rhawnhurst? | |||
|a3=Rhawnhurst has SEPTA bus service (routes 14, 58, 67) but no rail transit. Like much of the Far Northeast, it's primarily car-dependent. The nearest Regional Rail station is Fox Chase, about 1-2 miles away, and the Market-Frankford Line terminates at Frankford Transportation Center, several miles to the south. | |||
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Latest revision as of 02:03, 24 December 2025
Rhawnhurst
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | Northeast Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19111, 19152 |
| Named for | Rhawn Street |
| Boundaries | Roughly Rhawn Street to Cottman Avenue, Bustleton Avenue to Pennypack Park |
| Adjacent | Bustleton, Fox Chase, Burholme |
| Major streets | Rhawn Street, Bustleton Avenue, Verree Road |
| Transit | SEPTA bus routes |
| Landmarks | Near Pennypack Park |
Rhawnhurst is a residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia taking its name from Rhawn Street. The neighborhood features single-family homes and provides access to Pennypack Park.
Character
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Single-family homes
- Twins and rowhouses
- Mid-century construction
- Moderate prices
- Well-maintained properties
Community
[edit | edit source]- Working-class to middle-class families
- Diverse demographics
- Longtime residents
- Near park green space
Living in Rhawnhurst
[edit | edit source]- Residential neighborhood
- Near Pennypack Park
- Shopping on Bustleton Avenue
- Bus transit access
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- SEPTA buses: 14, 58, 67
- Bustleton Avenue: Nearby shopping
- Rhawn Street: Main corridor