1631-33 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 For Sale

Though the large medical institution that gave this south-of–Center City swath its name is no longer in operation, Graduate Hospital has solidified a reputation independent of its common moniker. South Street West is the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare. It’s clean, well-lit, and extremely pedestrian-friendly thanks to a vibrant entrepreneurial energy coming from the neighborhood’s restaurants, bars, cafes, shops, and more.

The stretch of South Street east of Broad has long been considered a draw for out-of-towners, but Graduate Hospital’s western half is on the serious come-up thanks to ambitious restaurateurs and shop owners. Home to several of the city’s best outdoor parks, landmarks, and attractions, it draws thousands of revelers to the streets every year.

Residents are big on traveling by foot — Graduate Hospital’s walking proximity to Rittenhouse Square is a major perk — or on bicycles.

Characterized by a mix of single-family homes, new and old, and thriving places of worship, Graduate Hospital is a remarkably kid-friendly place (hence the stroller-filled sidewalks).

It also distinctively possesses some of the best neighborhood bars in the area, from long-established institutions to gastropubby newcomers.

An under-the-radar aspect of Graduate Hospital’s personality is its handmade-arts scene, which draws wide acclaim.