Nearby Neighborhoods: Mt. Airy, Roxborough, East Falls, Manayunk, Wyndmoor, Flourtown, Lafayette Hill
Known for: A rich history, an abundance of lush greenery making it the city’s Garden District, and family-friendly festivals “on the hill”. Germantown Avenue’s cobblestone street where trolleys once ran, is now the charm and walk-able blocks featuring dining and unique shopping.
Chestnut Hill, like its neighboring towns in the northwest, has a historical charm you can only find in small communities lining the country’s birthplace. In its early days, it was a gathering place for travelers and local farmers and mill workers. The city’s wealthy would use the village as an escape from the summer heat. Once the train made the city more accessible it became a desirable spot for commuters.
Cobblestone streets, gardens, and plenty of locally-owned shops add to the neighborhood’s charm and walkability. Along Germantown Avenue and Bethlehem Pike, you’ll find coffee shops and cafes, antique stores, boutiques, and toy stores.
Homes in the area tend to be traditional row homes, charming mansions, and even a couple designs from architecture geniuses Louis Kahn and Robert Venturi, like the Vanna Venturi house.
