Fishtown, Philadelphia PA
Fishtown is one of Philadelphia's most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, located just northeast of Center City along the Delaware River. Originally a working-class community of fishermen, dockworkers, and factory employees, it has evolved into one of the city's premier destinations for dining, nightlife, arts, and urban living while still retaining much of its historic character.
Fishtown Home Types
The neighborhood has a diverse housing stock featuring Classic Philadelphia rowhomes, renovated historic homes, new construction townhomes with parking and roof decks, luxury condominiums and boutique condo conversations and loft-style condos in converted industrial buildings.
Fishtown Lifestyle
Fishtown is known for its walkability and energetic atmosphere, especially along Frankford Avenue, Girard Avenue, and Front Street. It has easy access to Center City (10–15 minutes by SEPTA or car) a strong sense of neighborhood identity, excellent restaurants, cafes, shopping and nightlife, an active community with festivals and events, good bike access and walkability. The neighborhood has experienced significant appreciation over the past decade due to its popularity with professionals, creatives, and families.
Fishtown Boundaries
Fishtown is a roughly a triangle from the Delaware River to the East and to Front Street/Frankford Ave. to the West and then down to Lehigh Ave. Locals will call sections of this area to the east "Port Fishington" where it encroaches parts of Port Richmond. Olde Kensington and East Kensington also share boarders with Fishtown as well as Northern Liberties.
Newest Listings in Fishtown
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home located on a fantastic block in the heart of Fishtown. Offering the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and city conveni...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Haverford. Contact: 6106494500
Stunning Corner Residence with Tax Abatement in the Heart of Fishtown. Welcome to this beautifully maintained corner residence at Penn Treaty Residences, ideally situated...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: 2674358015
Traditional Fishtown Home with Endless Potential – Rare Double Lot Opportunity - Right off Girard Ave. Bring your vision to this classic Fishtown home, full of character...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
Listing courtesy of Settle Down Philadelphia. Contact: 2152533439
Introducing Fifteen40 Flats a newly constructed luxury boutique condominium in the heart of Fishtown. Enjoy the privacy and security of a gated entrance off vibrant Frank...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
Listing courtesy of KW Empower. Contact: vicki@kwempower.com
***** Summer Incentive $40,000 towards closing cost ****** Welcome to Northbank Philadelphia, the city's newest and most remarkable waterfront townhome community along th...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
Listing courtesy of Urban Pace Polaris, Inc.. Contact: 2022961203
** Cinematic VIDEO TOUR available ** Ask about remaining Tax Abatement ** Roof Deck pictures posting soon ** Welcome to Shack-6 community in Fishtown. This development is...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Ready. Contact: (610) 828-6300
Move-in ready 2 bedroom 2.5 bath, with PARKING, condominium in the heart of Fishtown! Bi-level home that features an open layout on the first floor with comfortable kitch...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: 2674358015
Fixer Upper. 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Straight-Through Row on one of the best private blocks in a PRIME FISHTOWN Location and within the Adaire Catchment. The house needs to...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
Listing courtesy of Michael Jordan Real Estate, LLC. Contact: 2154033333
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- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
Listing courtesy of Dolan Family Real Estate. Contact: 2154238888
Owner occupied Duplex type property located in the heart of Fishtown on the Girard Avenue Corridor. The 1st floor apartment contains a Living Room, Dining Room, Full Bat...
Listing courtesy of Leibovitz Real Estate, LLC. Contact: (215) 634-0800
Nestled in the highly sought-after Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia within the desirable Adaire Elementary School catchment, 1115 E Palmer Street offers an exception...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
Listing courtesy of Realty Management Works LLC. Contact: 6093811570
Welcome to this Gorgeous, ultra modern, sun dappled, 2 bed, 2 full bath corner unit at 1405 Frankford Avenue which comes with 1 CAR DEEDED GARAGE PARKING! Why overpay for...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC. Contact: 2674358015
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