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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A Kennett Square Neighborhood Guide

There’s a lot more than mushrooms to this charming little town.

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Postmodern Trinity in Rittenhouse Square

Plays nice with its neighbors, stands out on the inside.

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Winter Warmers: 5 City Apartments with Fireplaces

Charm, comfort and maybe even romance for rent.

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Expanded Cabin in the Woods in Chalfont

Close to everything, yet it feels like you’re miles from anything.

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Our 2019 Wish (and Worry) List

Five things we hope and fear will happen here next year.

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The Top Real Estate Stories of 2018

First off, the city dodged a bullet with Amazon HQ2.

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The Challenges Facing the City in the Year Ahead

A booming Center City doesn’t mean all is well citywide.

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The Trends That Will Drive Local Real Estate in the Year Ahead

A younger, smarter crowd packs Greater Center City apartments.

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New Construction Rowhouse in East Falls

This standout house plays real nice with its neighbors.

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The Most Expensive House for Sale in Chester County Right Now

A paradise for lovers of all things equestrian. Or simply a magnificent mansion. Your choice.

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What You Can Rent for $1500 a Month in Philly Right Now

Some very nice apartments, and even a house, if you’re willing to look outside Center City.

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Elegant Bilevel Condo in Rittenhouse Square

The address says you’ve arrived.

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A First Look at Fitler Club’s Hotel Rooms

$400 a night buys you a room and access to the hippest private club in town.

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Storybook Cape in Glenside

A truly fabulous house (in the original sense of the word) on Pleasant Avenue.

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A Condo with a Real Chef’s Kitchen in Midtown Village

It’s almost like having dinner at Barbuzzo.