Mayfair

Mayfair

Type	Neighborhood
Location	Northeast Philadelphia
ZIP code(s)	19136, 19149
Boundaries	Roughly Cottman Avenue to Rhawn Street, Roosevelt Boulevard to Frankford Avenue
Adjacent	Holmesburg, Tacony, Oxford Circle
Major streets	Frankford Avenue, Cottman Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard
Transit	SEPTA bus routes, near Frankford Transportation Center
Landmarks	Mayfair commercial district, neighborhood parks

Mayfair is a residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia characterized by single-family homes, neighborhood commercial strips, and a working-class to middle-class character. The neighborhood developed primarily in the mid-20th century and maintains a traditional Northeast Philadelphia atmosphere.

History

Mayfair developed after World War II as part of the housing boom that transformed Northeast Philadelphia from farmland to dense residential neighborhoods. The area attracted young families seeking affordable homeownership outside the older parts of the city.

Character

Housing

• Single-family rowhouses
• Twins and duplexes
• Small yards (typical Northeast style)
• Well-maintained properties
• Modest prices

Community

• Working-class and middle-class families
• Mix of longtime residents and newcomers
• Changing demographics
• Strong neighborhood identity

Commercial Districts

Frankford Avenue

• Traditional commercial strip
• Local businesses
• Restaurants and services
• Mix of chain and independent stores

Cottman Avenue

• Major commercial corridor
• Shopping centers
• Big-box retail nearby

Living in Mayfair

• Affordable single-family homes
• Neighborhood feel
• Near major shopping
• Family-oriented

Schools

• Mayfair Elementary School
• Lincoln High School nearby
• Catholic schools in area

Getting There

• SEPTA buses: 66, 67, 88
• Roosevelt Boulevard: Major arterial access
• Near: Frankford Transportation Center

See Also

• Holmesburg
• Tacony
• Oxford Circle
• Northeast Philadelphia