Residential Real Estate & Development
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Stone-Clad Berwyn Estate with Fireplaces and Home Theater Hits Market
A stone-clad seven-bedroom, 10-bathroom estate in Berwyn, set on 12 acres and topped with a burnt red roof, has recently hit the market for $6.25 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Built as a speculative home in 2007, the 11,600-square-foot house offers a range of outdoor living spaces, including a pool and outdoor…
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SEPTA’s Conshohocken Project Highlights Shift Toward Transit-Oriented Living
Plans to bring new housing near the Conshohocken SEPTA train station move forward, according to Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SEPTA is now focused on developing roughly 300 apartments on land once slated for a $48 million parking garage. This shift reflects a growing demand for walkable, transit-oriented communities. SEPTA has partnered with Philadelphia-based…
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Montgomery County Town Among 25 Hottest Luxury Housing Markets in U.S.
Villanova ranked among the 25 hottest luxury markets in the United States in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to Joanne Drilling and Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Business Journal’s latest analysis used ZIP code-level mortgage and real estate data from Intercontinental Exchange to determine the hottest luxury housing markets nationwide. These…
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New Bala Cynwyd Apartment Building Opens Along Evolving City Avenue Corridor
A major redevelopment effort along City Avenue has reached another milestone with the opening of Blayr, a new 217-unit residential building in Bala Cynwyd. Federal Realty Investment Trust announced the debut of the property at 145 E. City Avenue. Blayr serves as the second residential component delivered as part of its ongoing remake of Bala…
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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a $1.55M Fully Furnished Toll Brothers Model Home in Royersford
Listed at $1,559,000, this fully furnished Toll Brothers model home is turning heads. To see the full listing, visit Realtor.com. . . Set in a highly accessible Montgomery County location near major highways and retail hubs, the property blends upscale living with everyday convenience. . . Inside, the home is designed for both comfort and…
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Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Makes First Major Move Under New CEO
Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers is expanding its national footprint with a new acquisition, marking the first major move under recently appointed CEO Karl Mistry, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The luxury homebuilder has agreed to acquire Buffington Homes, a leading builder in northwest Arkansas. The deal brings nine active or upcoming communities…
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First Bank House of the Week: Inside a Historic $2.995M Stone Manor in Springfield Township
This sprawling stone manor in Flourtown blends historic charm with modern luxury. Check out the full listing of this $2,995,000 home on Realtor.com. Situated on East Mill Road in Springfield Township, the property offers a rare look at one of Montgomery County’s classic estate-style homes reimagined for today’s buyer. . . The residence was originally…
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Bala Cynwyd’s City Avenue Transformation Continues with The Blayr
The Blayr, a 217-unit apartment building at the former Lord & Taylor location, has officially opened, bringing new residents and retail space to Bala Cynwyd, according to Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Federal Realty project adds not only housing but nearly 19,000 square feet of ground-floor retail. Amenities include a pool, golf simulator,…
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Major Lansdale Apartment Complex Sells for $92M
Lansdale’s Pennbrook Station apartment complex has changed hands in one of the most expensive multifamily deals in the Philadelphia region this year, writes Ryan Mulligan for The Philadelphia Business Journal. An affiliate of TIAA and its real estate arm Nuveen acquired the 346-unit complex for $92.2 million. The 22-acre property, located at 100 Reading Circle,…
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Folks Are Lining Up These Days to Buy Homes Along the Main Line
There are bidding wars for Main Line homes currently selling well above their asking price, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The prestige of living on the Main Line is causing a gold rush mentality for people hoping to buy property there. Realtor Karen Strid listed a Radnor home on Tuesday as a…
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First Bank House of the Week: Villanova Home for Sale Offers Bold Design in a Private Setting
Listed at $1,475,000, this architecturally distinctive Villanova home offers a striking blend of modern design and serene privacy in Lower Merion Township. For a closer look at the full listing, visit Realtor.com. Set on a 1.07-acre lot along a quiet double cul-de-sac, the four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence is hitting the market for the first time since…
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Historic Farmhouse Featured in ‘Marley & Me’ Hits the Market in West Chester
A unique piece of Chester County film history is available for sale as a stunning West Chester farmhouse hits the market, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The interior and exterior of the farmhouse, located at 1775 Meetinghouse Road, appeared in the 2008 film Marley & Me. The beloved movie stars Owen Wilson and…
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First Bank House of the Week: Villanova Estate Blends Mid-Century Style with Modern Upgrades
Listed at $1,995,000, this fully renovated Villanova estate blends mid-century modern design with high-end upgrades — and you can explore more via Realtor.com. . . Set along Valley Road in the sought-after estate section of Villanova, this six-bedroom, seven-bathroom home offers a compelling mix of architectural character and modern comfort. Recently reimagined from top to…
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Historic Witherspoon Building in Center City to Become 186-Unit Apartment Complex
After serving as Presbyterian Church offices and later as short-term rentals, the historic Witherspoon Building in Center City is being turned into a 186-unit apartment complex, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SSH Real Estate, which owns the 11-story building that dates back to 1896, decided to discontinue short-term rentals after hospitality operator Sonder…
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Montco Real Estate Agent Turns to Instagram to Break Down Housing Policy
In a crowded housing market, one Montco real estate agent is taking a different approach, writes Abigail Covington for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ross Abel, a newer agent with eXp Realty, is part of a growing wave of “realty-influencers” using social media to connect with buyers. But instead of flashy home tours, Abel’s Instagram account focuses…
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Philadelphia Housing Authority Purchases Olde Kensington Development in $49.1M Deal
Philadelphia Housing Authority has acquired a recently completed 200-unit development in Olde Kensington as part of its push to purchase several multifamily properties, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. PHA paid $49.1 million for the Avenue V development, which was completed by Philadelphia-based Riverwards Group back in January 2026. “They gave us a…
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First Bank House of the Week: Upper Dublin Estate With Private Apartment
Priced at $1,585,000, this Upper Dublin property delivers a blend of luxury, space, and versatility. See the full listing at Realtor.com. Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac, the seven-bedroom, 4.5-bath home spans more than 6,000 square feet and is designed to accommodate both everyday living and large-scale entertaining. . . A grand two-story foyer with a…
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West Chester Home Listed for $8.8 Million Feels Like Living in a ‘Piece of Art’
A 24,000-square-foot West Chester home made up entirely of concrete, steel, and glass hit the market recently for $8.8 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The ultra-modern residence boasts an all-glass cylinder with views of the pool and front yard. There is also another glass-encased walkway at the back of the house…
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