Andorra
Andorra
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | Northwest Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19128 |
| Named for | Andorra, the European principality |
| Boundaries | Roughly Northwestern Avenue to city limits, Ridge Avenue to Wissahickon Valley |
| Adjacent | Roxborough, Wissahickon Valley, Montgomery County |
| Major streets | Ridge Avenue, Northwestern Avenue, Henry Avenue |
| Transit | SEPTA bus routes |
| Landmarks | Andorra Shopping Center, near Wissahickon Valley Park |
Andorra is a neighborhood in the far Northwest Philadelphia, located at the edge of the city near Montgomery County. The neighborhood has a suburban character with access to Wissahickon Valley Park and shopping amenities.
History
[edit | edit source]Andorra was named for the small European principality of Andorra. The area developed later than central Philadelphia, maintaining a more suburban character. Its location at the city's edge provides a transitional environment between urban Philadelphia and the suburbs.
Character
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Single-family homes
- Twins and townhouses
- Larger lots than inner city
- Tree-lined streets
- Suburban feel
Community
[edit | edit source]- Middle-class families
- Quieter atmosphere
- Near nature and parks
- Car-oriented
Andorra Shopping Center
[edit | edit source]The Andorra Shopping Center serves the area:
- Strip mall commercial center
- Grocery stores
- Retail and services
- Auto-oriented shopping
Natural Areas
[edit | edit source]Andorra provides access to:
- Wissahickon Valley Park
- Trails and nature
- Green space
- Outdoor recreation
Living in Andorra
[edit | edit source]- Single-family homes
- Suburban character
- Park access
- Shopping nearby
- Quieter environment
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- SEPTA buses: 9, 27
- Car: Primary transportation mode
- Near: I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway), PA Turnpike