Walkable Places: Spruce Hill,
Philadelphia
This picture shows a neighborhood of West Philadelphia which was
developed in the 1890's, a period of rapid expansion of streetcar lines. The streetcars
still run today; one can be seen on the left hand side of the photograph. Although this
neighborhood is primarily residential, it also has shops, schools, parks, and two
universities within walking distance. The well-designed urban fabric and quality transit
services have ensured that this neighborhood has retained a healthy mix of races, ages and
income groups.
