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ColdJay64 OP t1_jeez1s4 wrote

“The project is just one of what CCRA estimates is 1,000 units proposed for the Rittenhouse area in the coming years, including Pearl Properties’ slender 183-unit tower proposed next door at 1822-24 Chestnut.

“These guys are putting a lot of money into the expectation that there will be a robust apartment market in Center City West in two or three years,” Gross said. “Having a robust market means there’s more young people around the neighborhood. More restaurants, more culture. It’s a vote of confidence in the future.””

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karenmcgrane t1_jegbrxo wrote

Center City West needs more transit. MFL should stop at 19th or 22nd. I hope the Septa bus planning takes into account an influx of new residents to the area.

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AngryUncleTony t1_jegdxnd wrote

I used to work at 21st and Market and it really is a sort of deadzone. There's the trolly station there but it's faster just to walk to city hall or 30th street

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