Fitler Square
Fitler Square
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | Center City |
| ZIP code(s) | 19103 |
| Named for | Edwin Fitler, Philadelphia mayor |
| Boundaries | North: Locust Street, South: South Street, East: 21st Street, West: 25th Street |
| Adjacent | Rittenhouse Square, Graduate Hospital |
| Major streets | Pine Street, 23rd Street |
| Transit | SEPTA bus routes, walkable to Broad Street Line |
| Landmarks | Fitler Square park |
Fitler Square is a small, affluent neighborhood in southwest Center City, Philadelphia, named for the park at its center. The neighborhood is characterized by tree-lined streets, Victorian rowhouses, and a quiet residential character. Fitler Square offers a more tranquil alternative to nearby Rittenhouse Square while maintaining easy access to Center City amenities.
History
The neighborhood is named for Edwin Fitler (1825-1896), who served as Mayor of Philadelphia from 1887 to 1891. The park was established as part of the city's expansion westward in the late 19th century.
Character
- Quiet residential streets
- Victorian and Edwardian rowhouses
- Tree-lined blocks
- Small neighborhood park
- Affluent demographics
Fitler Square Park
The small park at the neighborhood's center features:
- Green space
- Benches
- Dog-friendly
- Neighborhood gathering spot
Living in Fitler Square
Housing
- Historic rowhouses
- Some apartment buildings
- High property values
- Predominantly owner-occupied
Demographics
- Young professionals
- Families
- Affluent residents
Getting There
- Walking distance to Rittenhouse Square
- SEPTA bus routes along Pine Street
- Broad Street Line at Lombard-South (10 minute walk)