Real Estate
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Ivyland Home Among Most Expensive Currently on Market in Pennsylvania
Priced at $5,995,000, Ivy Manor in Ivyland ranks among the most expensive homes that are currently on the market in Pennsylvania, writes Jon Dykstra for MSN. The 7-bedroom, 11-bathroom residence is situated on more than five perfectly manicured acres. Recently renovated by Zaveta Custom Homes, it features two one-bedroom apartments, a two-story in-law suite, and…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Brookview Farm Offers Luxury Country Living in Chalfont
Listed at $1,795,000, Brookview Farm in Chalfont offers a luxurious countryside lifestyle just minutes from modern amenities. This 13-acre equestrian estate blends high-end living with income-producing functionality, making it a standout opportunity in historic Bucks County. . . The four-bedroom home is filled with elegant touches like granite countertops, hardwood floors, and new Andersen windows.…
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Philadelphia Region Homes for Sale Among Oldest in Nation Last Year
Philadelphia ranks among the ten metropolitan areas with the oldest median homes sold in 2024, according to a recent analysis by Redfin, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The median age of homes sold in the region last year was 61, dating back to 1963. Only six percent of homes sold were under five…
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Exquisite New Hope Estate: Luxury Living Amid Rural Charm
Exquisite New Hope estate, complete with a custom-built home featuring 9,800 square feet of designer living space, redefines luxury living nestled in rural charm, writes Ethan Clarke for Remodr. Located on a stunning 10.56 of private acres, this six-bedroom, seven-bathroom main home impresses with its sleek black exterior and metal roof. The expansive main floor…
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Children’s Author Selling Her Massive Bucks County Estate for $14.5 Million
A wealthy couple in the Bucks County area is selling a major estate in the area for a hefty price, and it is one of the best homes in the region. Sarah Paynter wrote about the estate for The Wall Street Journal. Children’s book author Cheryl Olsten, along with her husband, financial adviser Steven Grabowski,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: A $2.6M Holland Home with Basketball Court, Pool, and Chef’s Kitchen
Located in the heart of Holland, the house at 100 E Holland Road is a contemporary masterpiece offering over 8,000 square feet of luxury living on nearly five private acres. Listed at $2,600,000, this stunning home combines elegant interior design with a true resort-style outdoor experience. . . From the moment you enter through custom…
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Everest Logistics Park in Croydon Sells for $37M to Greek Real Estate Partners
The recently built and fully occupied Everest Logistics Park in Croydon was sold to East Brunswick, New Jersey-based Greek Real Estate Partners for $36.75 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The sale price for the 141,276-square-foot warehouse came out to $260 per square foot. The seller was Connecticut-based Penwood Investment Management, which…
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Local Brewing Company Eyes West Chester for Possible Expansion
Local brewery Tired Hands Brewing Co. has its sights set on West Chester for a new brick-and-mortar location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The brewery is currently undergoing a rebrand that includes introducing several new locations, expanding its food and drink menu, renovating interiors, and formally changing the name of the Ardmore…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: New Hope Home Combines Timeless Design with Resort-Style Living
Listed at $2.4 million, this stunning custom-built Zaveta residence at 1258 Eagle Road in New Hope blends timeless elegance with top-tier craftsmanship. . . Tucked atop Jericho Mountain on 5+ acres, the property offers privacy, serenity, and a perfect location just minutes from the vibrant centers of New Hope and Newtown. . . A circular…
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Temple University Press Book Explores ‘Ghosts’ of Long-Demolished Philadelphia Buildings
Building Ghosts, a new book from Temple University Press by co-authors Molly Lester and Michael Bixler, explores the history of long-demolished Philadelphia buildings, writes Kevin Riordan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The book highlights the stories of people who once lived in the now-empty spaces through several dozen vignettes. Lester wrote the stories, while Bixler took…
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Bryn Mawr Mansion is a $2.8M Castle in the Main Line
A stunning Bryn Mawr mansion blends Tudor elegance with brick grandeur, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Listed at $2.795 million, the 6,164-square-foot residence at 1100 Green Valley Rd. offers a private, estate-like setting on nearly two acres in Lower Merion Township. From the moment you pass through the gated driveway, the home makes…
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Penn’s Purchase Across from Peddler’s Village to Shed ‘Eyesore’ Ghost Town Label, Set for Redevelopment
Penn’s Purchase, the long-vacant retail outlet center across from Peddler’s Village, is set to shed its “eyesore” ghost town label, with redevelopment finally on the horizon, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. For the project, old store buildings will be demolished and replaced with luxury housing and new retail spaces. The new…
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Real Estate Group Buys Up Suburbia Shopping Center in Pottstown for $27 Million
Suburbia Shopping Center in Pottstown recently sold to Lancaster-based High Real Estate Group for $27 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 26-acre shopping center, located at 80 Glocker Way off Route 100, is anchored by a Giant grocery store, with other tenants including Dollar Tree, Starbucks, UPS Store, and Tower Health.…
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Step Inside the $5.99M ‘Gatsby Barn’ in New Hope: A 1920s-Inspired Luxury Estate
A luxurious property in New Hope, once home to famed musician Leon Redbone, is now on the market for $5,995,000, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Located at 2169 Aquetong Rd, the 9,800-square-foot estate, known as “The Gatsby Barn,” underwent a complete transformation after its current owner, Mike Dalewitz, purchased it in 2018. Dalewitz,…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: Timeless Newtown Home for Sale with Carriage House
A rare blend of historic charm and thoughtful upgrades awaits at 115 Washington Avenue, a five-bedroom, two-bath gem in the heart of Newtown. . . Listed at $2,500,000, this timeless residence offers nearly 4,000 square feet of living space, plus a fully equipped two-story carriage house perfect for guests, in-laws, or rental income. From the…
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Middletown Rezones Over 100 Acres of Nonprofit Woods Services’ Campus, Paving Way for Affordable Housing
Middletown recently rezoned over 100 acres of the Woods Services campus through an overlay ordinance that features plans for an affordable apartment building, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. The rezoning fixes a longstanding zoning error in the area. Additionally, it updates the process for proposals related to the nonprofit’s future developments…
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Philadelphia’s New Apartments Are Among the Smallest in the Nation, According to New Report
As the average size of new apartments are continuing to expand nationwide, some cities such as Philadelphia are an exception. Philadelphia has the 10th smallest average new apartment size in the nation, according to a new report by RentCafe. The report found that new Philadelphia apartments are an average of 759-square-feet, which is significantly lower…
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Goodnoe’s Corner, Village Center Sold for Combined $29.18M
Goodnoe’s Corner in Newtown and Village Center in Bensalem have been sold to ShopOne Center’s REIT and joint venture partners – Pantheon investment firm and a global institutional investor – for a combined $29.18 million, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The seller was the Palladino Development Group, which also owns Newtown Shopping Center next…









































