Fairmount gives you plenty of reasons to take a long walk, from its rowhome streets to Fairmount Avenue and the museum area. As you explore, pay attention to the blocks you want to come back to. That's a good place for us to start your home search.
Explore this guide
At a glance
Homes: Traditional rowhomes, Victorian townhouses, renovated houses and condominium properties.
Getting around: Compare the actual route to work, Broad Street transit or the park; distances vary across the neighborhood.
Worth weighing: Park and museum proximity does not mean every address has the same access or street activity.
Family life in Fairmount
For a family visit, choose the park, playground or cultural outing you'd be excited to return to. Then try the trip from a home you like, with the stroller, bikes or bags you'd normally bring. It helps turn the idea of living near these places into a clearer picture of your week.
A rowhome may offer more separation between rooms than an open-plan condominium. Check how bedrooms, bathrooms and laundry are distributed across floors. Think about where outdoor equipment would live and whether the rear space is useful for you and your family.
Schools and childcare
Use the School District of Philadelphia enrollment and school finder resources for the exact home address. Confirm assignment and enrollment details with the district, including any application process for another school option.
Use Pennsylvania's COMPASS child care search to start a provider search. Contact providers about age groups, hours, availability and pickup arrangements, then try the trip from the home.
Finding the right home here
Compare the condition of roofs, masonry, windows and basements. If a home has original details, understand their maintenance needs along with the appeal of the finished rooms.
Want a closer look at the homes themselves? Read our Philadelphia rowhome buying guide.
Daily life, parking and getting around
Walk the commercial streets and spend some unhurried time on the home's block. Notice deliveries, traffic and the route to your everyday shopping. A second visit around commuting time can help you see how the neighborhood fits the less leisurely parts of your day.
Use SEPTA's current trip planner for the journey and travel time you expect to keep. If you drive, verify parking terms and access for the specific home.
Places to explore
Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia Museum of Art area
Fairmount Park
Check facilities and current activities through the City's parks and recreation finder or the individual operator before planning your visit.
Curious about the landmark on Fairmount Avenue? Explore Eastern State Penitentiary and its current visitor information.
Come spend some time here
Explore Fairmount Avenue and a nearby residential block.
Follow the route to the park or museum-area destination you would actually use.
Return at your normal commuting time to test the full journey.
There’s no need to rush. Bring the stroller if you use one, leave time for an errand and take the walk you’d make from home. A weekday visit and another in the evening can help you get a feel for the neighborhood.
A few more neighborhoods to explore
Spring Garden: Take a look at larger historic townhouses and Broad Street access.
Logan Square: Explore condominium options closer to the Parkway's central section.
Fitler Square: Get to know another residential area with river access.
Let’s find your place here
Curious about making a home in Fairmount? Send us a few listings you like, or tell us what you’re hoping to find. We’re Eric and Melanie, and we’d love to help you get to know the neighborhood, talk through the homes and figure out your next step.
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Keep exploring
Spring Garden Take a look at larger historic townhouses and Broad Street access.
Logan Square Explore condominium options closer to the Parkway's central section.
Fitler Square Get to know another residential area with river access.
Explore our current listings
Here are a few homes we currently have listed around the area. Each card shows its location.
