Topic: Housing

Keeping Avenue of the Arts for the Arts
Revisiting a longtime university president’s proposal to turn University of the Arts’ main building into an arts community that would make the city a destination for practicing artists. The developer of Bok has a plan — but may need Mayor Parker to make it happen
By Elaine Maimon
The Opposite of Gentrification?
The Citizen’s latest Development…for Good event featured Jumpstart Germantown’s Ken Weinstein and Jordan Parisse-Ferrarini, sharing what they know about growing developers and building wealth in their community
By Courtney DuChene
Nido Turns Renters Into Homeowners
A new app lets Philadelphia landlords help their renters save for a home of their own. The system is not perverse: It’s a perk
By Courtney DuChene
City, Save Thyself
With Trump targeting cities — and resistance an antiquated model — how should Mayor Parker and others respond? How about lessening our dependence on D.C. by pursuing growth … which just might start with tax reform
By Larry Platt
A Unique Opportunity On Housing
Drexel’s Metro Finance Director on how an 8-year-old tax incentive might be a key to solving America’s urban housing crisis
By Bruce Katz, Ross Baird and Michael Saadine
Krasner, Kensington, Sixers, Trump …
… and other concerns that will shape Philly politics in 2025, from a Drexel University politics professor
By Richardson Dilworth
Can We Talk About the Roundhouse Now?
With the 76 Place debate behind us, can we get down to actual neighborhood — and city — planning?
By Courtney DuChene
What to Read About Housing this Year
Several housing-focused books are coming out this winter and spring. Here, 12 worth your time in 2025
By Diana Lind
The Surprising Facts of U.S. Housing
The latest U.S. Census data gives a clearer picture of American home ownership — and the perils of renting
By Diana Lind
Ray Philly
From the outside, this brand-new Olde Kensington development looks like the rest of the shiny luxury options. Inside, however, it’s all about the arts and community.
By Courtney DuChene