PORT RICHMOND

39.9885° N, 75.1063° W

Welcome to Port Richmond

Philadelphia neighborhood offering diverse and homey living

Port Richmond is a riverside community in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its deep historical roots are found with early 19th-century buildings and single-family homes. Both the Delaware River and Frankford Creek form the southern and eastern borders of Port Richmond, with Frankford Avenue and Somerset street hugging the area’s western and northern township lines.

Traditional row homes make up most of Port Richmond’s real estate and each has incredible walkable access to public transportation, a traditional Philly deli or one of Port Richmonds great community parks.

What to Love

Architectural charm
Laid-back, homey atmosphere
Authentic
Affordable

Local Lifestyle

Port Richmond has charm and authenticity—something its residents love and appreciate. Its proximity to Philadelphia’s urban conveniences yet small-town feel in a big city setting make it an attractive place for families, couples, young professionals, artists, and retirees. Its architectural uniqueness and relaxed ambiance are well-loved here.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

One of the must-eats of Port Richmond is Tacconelli's Pizza. Their signature pizza is the thin-crust tomato pie, which is baked in a traditional brick oven. This Port Richmond staple has been around for decades!

Need something sweet after your pizza? Next to Tacconelli's is Somerset Splits, a vibrant ice cream shop with all of your favorite flavors. Enjoy homemade pie and a good cup of coffee at Little Suzie's Coffee and Pie. Wings and fresh crab, along with other hearty bar eats are served in a traditional pub setting at Byrne's Tavern and can’t be beat!

Things to Do

Nature is found in the middle of the city at Campbell Square, a massive and beloved city park located on E. Alleghany Avenue. Here visitors will find a delightful mix of amenities, from open green spaces and playgrounds.

Block parties happen frequently in Port Richmond and its surrounding communities, so be sure to attend one to socialize with neighbors, eat great food, and listen to live music.

For all of your shopping needs, look no further than Richmond St. It is home to numerous locally-owned boutiques, shops, and retail stores. As you meander along, pick up a new outfit or shop for a loved one. From Big Top Vintage for cool finds or Tinys Bottle Shop for wine, Richmond Street’s shops has something for everybody!

Schools

The School District of Philadelphia serves the community of Port Richmond. Top-rated schools include:

Temple University
Moffet Elementary
Adaire Elementary

Demographics and Employment Data for PORT RICHMOND, PA

Population Households Employment

PORT RICHMOND has 1,311 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in PORT RICHMOND do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,912 people call PORT RICHMOND home. The population density is 9,723.65 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,912

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34

Median Age

51.68 / 48.32%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,311

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$31,371.94

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around PORT RICHMOND, PA

There's plenty to do around PORT RICHMOND, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

35

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

57

Bikeable

Bike Score

52

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Philadelphia Bee Co, Just Like That Restaurant, and Wim.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Philadelphia Bee Co page on Yelp Search 2503 E Firth St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.79 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Just Like That Restaurant page on Yelp Search 5245 Marlton Pike on Google Maps	Dining	3.64 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wim page on Yelp Search 226 South St on Google Maps	Dining	3.18 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sweet Memories Chocolates page on Yelp Search 951 E Passyunk Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	3.7 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Frecon Farms page on Yelp Search 1819 Walnut St on Google Maps	Dining	3.83 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shrimp Express II page on Yelp Search 2205 W Indiana Ave on Google Maps	Dining	3.65 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the CrossFit 2 St page on Yelp Search 1323 S 2nd St on Google Maps	Active	3.77 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Little City Activity Center page on Yelp Search 1401 N 5th St on Google Maps	Active	2 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Massage Studio of Philadelphia page on Yelp Search 219 Cuthbert St on Google Maps	Active	2.6 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sgt. Nate Fitness page on Yelp Search 204 S 12th St on Google Maps	Active	3.44 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the MASS-FIT page on Yelp Search 401 S 2nd St on Google Maps	Active	3.04 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the OpenBox Athletics page on Yelp Search 1931 Washington Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.44 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Heavy Hitters Thai Boxing page on Yelp Search 1516 N 5th St on Google Maps	Active	2.03 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aqua Vida page on Yelp Search 2929 Walnut St on Google Maps	Active	4.4 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Makeup By Emily Dimant page on Yelp	Beauty	3.94 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nirvana Wellness MedSpa page on Yelp Search 925 N 2nd St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.94 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon Masaya page on Yelp Search 2226 Frankford Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.25 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Extremely Sharp page on Yelp Search 271 S 10th St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.38 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the A List Skin & Lash Lounge page on Yelp Search 2013 Sansom St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.95 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beauty Coliseum page on Yelp Search 1118 South St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.65 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Indie Shelf page on Yelp Search 2247 Grays Ferry Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.44 miles	17 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the KBeauty outlet page on Yelp Search 227 N 10th St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.92 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars

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PORT RICHMOND

Welcome to Port Richmond

What to Love

Local Lifestyle

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Things to Do

Schools

Demographics and Employment Data for PORT RICHMOND, PA

2,912

High

34

51.68 / 48.32%

1,311

2

$31,371.94

Around PORT RICHMOND, PA

35

Car-Dependent

57

Bikeable

52

Good Transit

Points of Interest

Browse the properties in the area.

$1,725,000

$1,700,000

$975,000

$879,990

$750,000

$689,900

$689,900

$675,000

$650,000

$650,000

$650,000

$650,000

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PORT RICHMOND

Welcome to Port Richmond

What to Love

Local Lifestyle

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Things to Do

Schools

Demographics and Employment Data for PORT RICHMOND, PA

2,912

High

34

51.68 / 48.32%

1,311

2

$31,371.94

Around PORT RICHMOND, PA

35

Car-Dependent

57

Bikeable

52

Good Transit

Points of Interest

Browse the properties in the area.

$1,725,000

$1,700,000

$975,000

$879,990

$750,000

$689,900

$689,900

$675,000

$650,000

$650,000

$650,000

$650,000

WORK WITH US

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