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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Property

Laura Blau Rebuilds Her Dream House

Spending a little on passive house technology now will yield huge savings later.

Property

Homes Got More Affordable Here This Quarter

Or less affordable, depending on your time horizon.

Property

Design for Living in Old Richmond for $325K

Showcase design without the showcase price.

Property

Hard Hat Tour: The Adams

The Presidential City makeover nears its conclusion.

Property

Old-World Charm in Fitler Square for $845K

Two back-to-back trinities make one spectacular home.

Property

Old House, Young Soul in NoLibs for $489K

This house got an all-new heart for its 100th birthday.

Property

Last Chance for Episode 1 of “Philly Street Flippin'”

Your response will determine the fate of Episode 2 and beyond.

Property

A Modern Marvel in Wynnewood for $1.575M

The indoors and the outdoors are one in this sprawling home.

Property

Narberth Church to Be Replaced by Apartments

The long-vacant oldest church in the borough will be demolished.

Business

At Media Becomes Cohere

The firm’s new name and mission are focused on urban placemaking.

Property

A Sneak Peek at the Divine Lorraine

Everything’s ready but the lobby.

Property

Upgraded in East Mt. Airy for $255K

Refreshed and ready for you and your growing brood.

Property

City Moves to Clear Repair Help Backlog

A $100 million initiative will help stabilize neighborhoods.

Business

Wawa Coming to East Market

The 12th and Market store will be its 5th new Center City location in three years.

Property

The Gershman Y Wins Historic Protection

Owner UArts objected. but the Historical Commission ignored the objections.