Philadelphia Magazine

Sandy Smith

Home and Real Estate Editor

Sandy Smith is Philadelphia magazine’s Home and Real Estate editor. A Kansas City native, he has called Philly home for more than 35 years. He reports on houses for sale, condos for sale, apartments for rent, new construction, development and trends in the Greater Philadelphia real estate market.

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An Urban Oasis in Fishtown for $575K

Sophisticated design inside, loads of space outside.

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AKA Rittenhouse, Refreshed and Ready

The original luxury extended-stay residence reopens.

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Contemporary Cool in Newtown for $1.2M

A “builder’s special” like none other.

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5 Great Homes in Hot Neighborhoods for $300K or Less

Four condos, one rowhouse, all beautiful and beautifully equipped.

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On the Market: Finish The Job in Fishtown for $720K

You still have a chance to make this new construction home your own.

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A Corner Villa in Phoenixville for $399K

You get a lot to love in this beautifully restored and upgraded home.

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Living in Logan Square: A Neighborhood Guide

There’s more going on than just the Parkway.

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5 Decent Median-Priced 2BR Apartments in Philly

They’re plentiful if you know where to look and are willing to live there.

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Main Line Opulence in New Hope for $2.295M

A Gladwyne home takes a permanent Bucks County vacation.

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Who’s Building Philly: Matt and Mike Pestronk

Investing where others don’t, these brothers polish diamonds in the rough.

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Post-Contemporary in Voorhees for $649K

A totally modern home even a traditionalist could love.

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The Platinum Standard in Northern Liberties for $1.433M

When it comes to sustainability, this home is clearly in the LEED.

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A Better Way to Keep Cool in Summer…

…and warm in winter, say the sponsors of the Ice Box Challenge.

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On the Market: Fresh in Francisville for $499K

Here’s a stylish modern condo that’s already passed its shakedown cruise.

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5 Philly Rentals With Great Roof Decks

Soak up the sun on these super rooftops.