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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Newer Estate House on Old Estate in Gladwyne

A perfect blend of past, present and future.

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Stately Updated Victorian in Fox Chase

All the charm of the past, all the amenities of the present.

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Philly To Get 950 More Street Trees This Weekend

Volunteer Tree Tenders plant the roots of a greener city.

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Huge Beachfront/Lakefront Mansion in Rehoboth

Seven Mile Island, eat your heart out.

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5 Fabulous Homes You Can Own for Less than Renting

You’ll save more here than in any other large city except Chicago.

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Colonial Revival Classic in Devon

From the architect who restored the Betsy Ross House.

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Former Rizzo Residence in Chestnut Hill

A tastefully elegant throwback to the Rizzo years.

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Stylish Modern Condo in Old City

Lots of space and lots of style for not a lot of money.

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Just Listed: A George Woodward Original in Chestnut Hill

Only one owner since 1910. Up until now.

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The 5 Most Expensive Main Line Rentals Right Now

One of these has a history. Another is historic. All are very nice.

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High-Tech Modern Townhouse in Northern Liberties

This smart townhouse-on-its-side is a very smart choice in a happening neighborhood.

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A Custom Home Builder Takes the Express Route

The Carriages at Lower Gwynedd offer a twist on “mass customization.”

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Comfortable French Colonial in Wayne

Classic tradition and modern living play nice with each other here.

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Magnificent Modern Villa in Chadds Ford

A sprawling mansion with all the Wright stuff.

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Living in Pennsport: A Neighborhood Guide

There’s more than mere Mummery in this waterfront neighborhood.