Walnut Hill
Walnut Hill
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | West Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19104 |
| Boundaries | Roughly Market Street to Walnut Street, 46th Street to 52nd Street |
| Adjacent | Spruce Hill, Cobbs Creek, Cedar Park |
| Major streets | Walnut Street, 46th Street, Market Street |
| Transit | Market-Frankford Line (46th Street Station), SEPTA trolleys |
| Landmarks | Victorian homes, near Clark Park |
Walnut Hill is a residential neighborhood in West Philadelphia featuring Victorian architecture and tree-lined streets. The neighborhood sits between the more established Spruce Hill and Cedar Park areas and offers access to Clark Park and West Philadelphia's commercial corridors.
History
[edit | edit source]Walnut Hill developed in the late 19th century as West Philadelphia expanded. The neighborhood attracted middle-class families seeking Victorian homes with access to Center City via streetcar lines.
Character
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Victorian rowhouses
- Some larger homes
- Mix of single-family and apartments
- Tree-lined streets
- Variable conditions
Community
[edit | edit source]- Mix of longtime and newer residents
- University-affiliated residents nearby
- Families and professionals
- Active in neighborhood improvement
Living in Walnut Hill
[edit | edit source]- Victorian architecture
- Near Clark Park
- Transit accessible
- Moderate prices for West Philadelphia
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- Market-Frankford Line: 46th Street Station
- SEPTA trolleys: Routes 13, 34
- Near 52nd Street commercial corridor