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BELLA VISTA: STYLE WITH OLD WORLD CULTURE

BELLA VISTA PHILADELPHIA PA


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BELLA VISTA NEIGHBORHOOD BOUNDARIESMany American’s first exposure with Bella Vista was watching the “Rocky” films, where Sylvester Stallone made a daily run through the Italian Market. However, Bella Vista is a lot more then the iconic market that stretches through it; evident by the fact that Bella Vista was ranked 2016 “Best Place to Live in Philadelphia” by Niche.com.

Italian for “Beautiful Sight”, Bella Vista is the northernmost section of South Philadelphia; bordered east to west by 6th and 11th Streets and north to south by South Street and Washington Avenue. Bella Vista is historically significant as the first Philly neighborhood settled by Italian immigrants in the late 19th century. Its early Italian heritage is visible in today’s Bella Vista, in the century-old italian market, cheese and butcher shops that still thrive here. Bella Vista is home to the 9th Street Italian Market, the oldest open-air market of its kind in America. Despite it’s name, the Italian Market has blossomed with the cultural development of the city; where a myriad of Mexican and Vietnamese restaurants have opened, in addition to a slew of fine dining brunch-to-dinner establishments and even an authentic French Chocolatier.


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BELLA VISTA NEIGHBORHOOD PHOTOS

Bella Vista offers Old City history; in a more relaxed, arts-friendly environment. With both upscale and mid-range offerings; Bella Vista is one of the most visited neighborhoods in the city. For Center City Commuters, Bella Vista is just a short walk from Old City’s many offices and SEPTA lines, and is on the Broad Street subway and the Route 47 bus lines. With a walkscore of 96 and a transit score of 77; it’s no wonder that most Bella Vista homeowners are ditching the stress of their cars and urban parking woes to live a more urban existence of cycling, walking and taking public transportation.

BELLA VISTA STREET SCENEBella Vista is also home to some of the City’s greatest neighborhood events. For fans of culture, history and food; the annual South 9th Street Italian Market Festival is NOT TO BE missed. This two-day event features vendors from throughout the neighborhood offering food, drink, live music and even a challenge where people try to climb a greased flagpole. In the summer, Bella Vista is home to a Night Market is another great opportunity to taste and experience all the neighborhood has to offer. Furthermore, as the neighborhood borders South Street; live music, theater and comedy are available at venues as small as bars and large as the world-famous Theater of the Living Arts (TLA).


BARS & RESTAURANTS

BELLA VISTA BARS & RESTAURANTS, PHILLY

There are so many great bars and restaurants in Bella Vista, the list is too long to mention here. That said, understand that it was Bella Vista that was the likely originator of the Philadelphia food scene. When Center City was the butt of jokes from old-time comic WC Fields for shutting down at dusk; Bella Vista was the home of restaurants like Ralphs, an Italian restaurant owned by the same family since 1900 as well as DiBruno Brothers; Philly’s original fine cheese shop. Also noteworthy is the fact that Bella Vista is home to the most famous rivalry in food history. At the corner of 9th and Wharton streets; Geno’s well-lit cheesesteak shop sits right across the street from Pat’s King of Steaks, still owned by Frank Olivieri whose grandfather invented the iconic Philadelphia steak sandwich in 1930.

Also of note are Bella Vista’s bars; not just those that serve haute microbrews but in neighborhood places like Ray’s Happy Birthday bar; a known hangout for 1950s-60s Doo Wop singers and Connie’s Ric-Rac Room; the last real punk rock show-bar in Philadelphia.

So for those who want to experience Philly, not just live in it; Bella Vista is the place to be.


LATEST LISTINGS IN BELLA VISTA

1201 Fitzwater St Unit #408, Philadelphia image
1201 Fitzwater St Unit #408, Philadelphia $289,000

Welcome to this loft-style condo, located in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Bella Vista and situated in a beautifully preserved historic building. Take the eleva...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
Courtesy of Keller Williams Philly

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Philly. Contact: (215) 607-6007

1105 S 10th St, Philadelphia image
1105 S 10th St, Philadelphia $515,000

1105 S. 10th St is a fully renovated 3BR/3.5BA home in Bella Vista, Philly, located south of Washington Ave. 1 block from Italian Market & 7-min walk to Passyunk Square. ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
Courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: (267) 435-8015

638 Kimball St, Philadelphia image
638 Kimball St, Philadelphia $295,000

This handsome brick facade trinity is located on a quiet and friendly block in the desirable Bella Vista neighborhood and situated in the Blue-Ribbon Award-Winning Willia...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
Courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut

Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut. Contact: (215) 627-6005

1302 S Alder St, Philadelphia image
1302 S Alder St, Philadelphia $438,000 ▼

****MOTIVATED SELLER! BRING YOUR OFFERS!**** Newly RENOVATED, 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, GARAGE!!!! Welcome to 1302 S. Alder Street! This home is located in one of the h...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
Courtesy of Realty Mark Associates

Listing courtesy of Realty Mark Associates. Contact: (215) 376-4444

1035 Bainbridge St Unit #A, Philadelphia image
1035 Bainbridge St Unit #A, Philadelphia $289,900 ▼

**REDUCED** Blank Canvas for new owner or investor. Location is key as well as an oversized garage attached to this unit. Being offered AS IS, buyer is responsible for ...

Courtesy of Alpha Realty Group

Listing courtesy of Alpha Realty Group. Contact: (215) 463-0777

1201 Fitzwater St Unit #103, Philadelphia image
1201 Fitzwater St Unit #103, Philadelphia — Hawthorne Loft Condominium $315,000 ▼

Welcome to this beautiful, meticulously maintained one bedroom condo in Bella Vista. Located in the desirable, pet-friendly Hawthorne Loft Condos with high ceilings, Sha...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
Courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: (267) 435-8015

1137 S 13th St, Philadelphia image
1137 S 13th St, Philadelphia $329,900 ▼

Great opportunity for a 4 Bed 1.5 Bath row home. Buyer responsible to order Use and Occupancy Certification.

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
Courtesy of Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Advantage Gold-Elkins Park. Contact: (215) 887-4653

1009 S 8th St Unit #1, Philadelphia image
1009 S 8th St Unit #1, Philadelphia $245,000

Tri-Story Condo in the heart of Bella Vista. Move in ready or a little TLC will truly make this Trinity Shine! Property is priced accordingly to the light cosmetic repair...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
Courtesy of Keller Williams Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Philadelphia. Contact: (215) 627-3500

808 Kater St, Philadelphia image
808 Kater St, Philadelphia $470,000 ▼

Welcome to 808 Kater St, a home that checks all the boxes! 808 Kater is immaculately maintained and move-in ready, perfect for building financial equity with homeownersh...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
Courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: (267) 435-8015

947 S 6th St, Philadelphia image
947 S 6th St, Philadelphia $399,900 ▼

Excellent opportunity in the Bella Vista neighborhood of Philadelphia. Just a little bit of cosmetic work can make this home shine. This 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath 3 story home ...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
Courtesy of Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Advantage Gold-South Philadelphia. Contact: (215) 465-1400

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