Squirrel Hill
Squirrel Hill
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | West Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19104 |
| Boundaries | Roughly Market Street to Walnut Street, 40th Street to 46th Street |
| Adjacent | Spruce Hill, Walnut Hill, University City |
| Major streets | Walnut Street, 42nd Street, 44th Street |
| Transit | Market-Frankford Line (40th Street Station), SEPTA trolleys |
| Landmarks | Victorian homes, near University of Pennsylvania |
Squirrel Hill is a residential neighborhood in West Philadelphia featuring large Victorian-era homes on tree-lined streets. The neighborhood sits near the University of Pennsylvania campus and shares characteristics with adjacent Spruce Hill.
History
[edit | edit source]Squirrel Hill developed in the late 19th century as West Philadelphia attracted middle-class and wealthy families seeking spacious homes with convenient access to Center City via streetcar lines.
Character
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Large Victorian homes
- Single-family and converted apartments
- Spacious lots
- Tree-lined streets
- Higher prices for West Philadelphia
Community
[edit | edit source]- University-affiliated residents
- Professionals and families
- Mix of longtime and newer residents
Living in Squirrel Hill
[edit | edit source]- Victorian architecture
- Near Penn campus
- Walkable to Clark Park
- Transit accessible
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- Market-Frankford Line: 40th Street Station
- SEPTA trolleys: Routes 13, 34
- Walking distance to University City