Pennypack

The Pennypack neighborhood is in the Northeast portion of Philadelphia between Northeast Airport and Pennypack Park. The area consists of two entries on the National Register of Historical Places - Greenbelt Knoll Historic District and the Holme Avenue Bridge.

One of the features of Pennypack is its park of the same name. Pennypack Park stretches past Pennypack and up into other neighborhoods. Its vast greenery keep visitors coming to bike, walk or jog along its many trails. This beautiful area is a wonderful place for a family outing.

The major roads in the neighborhood are Frankford Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard, Grant Avenue, Rhawn Street, Academy Road and Pennypack Street. Pennypack is predominantly residential, with twin and row single-family homes lining the streets. Many of the homes in the area were built as far back as the 1950's.

Public transportation isn't abundant in and around the area, and it can be time consuming if you are trying to get to other parts of the city. Living out here, it is better to own a vehicle, especially if you want to get around quicker.

There isn't much of a nightlife aside from a pub or two. Shopping options are limited as well. There is, however, a small shopping center used by the neighborhood's residents. Pennypack also has some delis and sandwich shops worth trying.

Pennypack has an elementary school run by the School District of Philadelphia. There are also Catholic elementary and middle schools that serve the area. Little Learners Day Care is the leading program for children below kindergarten age.

One of the cool things about the neighborhood is the summer-long Pennypack Park Music Festival which features all types of bands. Its said to be a great time.

Pennypack is a family oriented neighborhood right along the edge of nature. A wonderful place to raise children, the area is a place to call home.

Having only driven through this neighborhood a few times, I can't comment on much other than the beautiful Pennypack Park!

Mostly residential, the Pennypack neighborhood seems like a wonderful place for families. Located in Northeast Philadelphia, this small section of NE Philly has a few smaller neighborhoods with nice twins and row houses. Most homes seems to have their own ample sized yards, and the streets definitely seem safe to walk on.

Pennypack Park is one of the most overlooked areas of the city, since it often gets overshadowed by Fairmount Park. However, Pennypack is a great place to walk dogs, ride bikes, take the kids on hikes and just enjoy the outdoors. Since this park is lesser known, it doesn't get the heavy amount of traffic that Fairmount has when the weather is nice!