Dickinson Narrows
Dickinson Narrows
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | South Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19148 |
| Boundaries | Roughly Oregon Avenue to the Delaware River, Broad Street to Delaware Avenue |
| Adjacent | Pennsport, Whitman, South Philadelphia Sports Complex |
| Major streets | Dickinson Street, Oregon Avenue, Front Street |
| Transit | SEPTA bus routes |
| Landmarks | Delaware River waterfront, FDR Park access |
Dickinson Narrows is a neighborhood in South Philadelphia near the Delaware River waterfront. The neighborhood takes its name from Dickinson Street, which narrows as it approaches the river. The area features working-class housing and access to riverfront developments and FDR Park.
History
[edit | edit source]Dickinson Narrows developed as part of South Philadelphia's expansion toward the Delaware River. The neighborhood housed workers in nearby industries and has maintained a working-class character.
Character
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Rowhouses predominant
- Working-class homes
- Affordable prices
- Mix of conditions
- Some new development near waterfront
Community
[edit | edit source]- Working-class families
- Longtime residents
- Italian-American heritage
- Near stadium district
Waterfront Access
[edit | edit source]- Near Delaware River waterfront developments
- Access to FDR Park
- Trails and recreation
- Development pressure from waterfront projects
Living in Dickinson Narrows
[edit | edit source]- Affordable housing
- Near waterfront
- Working-class community
- Access to FDR Park
- Stadium district nearby
Getting There
[edit | edit source]- SEPTA buses: 17, 68
- Near: Delaware River waterfront
- Near: FDR Park and Sports Complex