Paschall
Paschall
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | Southwest Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19142 |
| Named for | Paschall family (colonial landowners) |
| Boundaries | Roughly 65th Street to 75th Street, Woodland Avenue to Lindbergh Boulevard |
| Adjacent | Kingsessing, Elmwood, Eastwick |
| Major streets | Woodland Avenue, 70th Street, Lindbergh Boulevard |
| Transit | SEPTA trolley (36), bus routes |
| Landmarks | Paschall community, neighborhood parks |
Paschall is a neighborhood in Southwest Philadelphia named for the Paschall family, colonial landowners in the area. The neighborhood has a working-class character and provides affordable housing in Southwest Philadelphia.
History
[edit | edit source]The Paschall family owned significant land in this area during the colonial period. The neighborhood developed as Philadelphia expanded into Southwest Philadelphia in the 20th century, attracting working-class families seeking homeownership.
Character
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Rowhouses and twins
- Brick construction
- Affordable prices
- Mix of conditions
- Working-class homes
Community
[edit | edit source]- Working-class families
- African-American community
- Longtime residents
- Neighborhood stability
Living in Paschall
[edit | edit source]- Affordable housing
- Working-class community
- Transit access (trolley)
- Near Southwest Philadelphia amenities
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- SEPTA trolley: Route 36
- SEPTA buses: 52, 107
- Woodland Avenue: Main corridor