Lawncrest

Type	Neighborhood
Location	Northeast Philadelphia
ZIP code(s)	19111, 19120
Boundaries	Roughly Rising Sun Avenue to Cottman Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard to 5th Street
Adjacent	Oxford Circle, Burholme, Olney
Major streets	Rising Sun Avenue, 5th Street, Lawndale Street
Transit	SEPTA bus routes
Landmarks	Lawncrest Recreation Center, neighborhood parks

Lawncrest is a residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia characterized by brick rowhouses and a working-class to middle-class community. The neighborhood provides affordable housing and access to nearby shopping and transit.

History

Lawncrest developed in the early-to-mid 20th century as part of Northeast Philadelphia's residential expansion. The neighborhood attracted working-class families seeking affordable homeownership.

Character

Housing

Brick rowhouses predominant
Twins and duplexes
Small yards
Affordable prices
Well-maintained blocks

Demographics

Working-class and middle-class families
Diverse population
Asian American community (growing)
Longtime residents
Mix of owners and renters

Recreation

Lawncrest Recreation Center serves the neighborhood:

Athletic facilities
Playground
Community programs
Youth activities

Living in Lawncrest

Affordable rowhouses
Working-class community
Near Rising Sun Avenue shopping
Bus transit access

Getting There

SEPTA buses: 18, 24, 70
Rising Sun Avenue: Commercial corridor
Roosevelt Boulevard: Nearby access