Looking for an apt in Ridley Park... help??!? (Chester, Norwood: apartments, for rent)

[tbridge]

Hi Folks,

My roommate and I are looking to move to Ridley Park, PA. Neither of us are overly familiar with PA, but we were in the Ridley Park area and liked it. Specifically, we really loved how a lot of the older Victorian homes have been turned into apartments, and that is what caught our eye the most. But with the exception of walking up and down every street, we weren't sure if anyone had any tips as to finding out about what is for rent in those houses, either online or over the phone. Any tips or info would be GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks so much

[SXMGirl]

I rented an apartment in an old Victorian many years ago and loved it. I would suggest that you either pick up the Delaware County Daily Times or look at some local realtors. Kinder and Furman, if still in business, is located on Chester Pike in Norwood. MacDade at 420 has another realtor which I think is C21. Some of the homes will have signs out front or you might see some signs in the shopping district. Something to look for, though, is that the older homes may still have the older furnaces. Not great if you are on the 3rd floor (too cold) or on the first floor (too hot). RP is a very convenient location.

[LuckyPenny57]

Originally Posted by SXMGirl

I rented an apartment in an old Victorian many years ago and loved it. I would suggest that you either pick up the Delaware County Daily Times or look at some local realtors. Kinder and Furman, if still in business, is located on Chester Pike in Norwood. MacDade at 420 has another realtor which I think is C21. Some of the homes will have signs out front or you might see some signs in the shopping district. Something to look for, though, is that the older homes may still have the older furnaces. Not great if you are on the 3rd floor (too cold) or on the first floor (too hot). RP is a very convenient location.

I live in Ridley Township (was brought up in Ridley Park) and love the area. Kinder & Furman, I am pretty sure, is no longer in business (I drive past their old location on my work commute). Century 21 (used to be called Remington & Cochran) is still there and I remember my parents using that firm when they moved from one section of the township to another. They would be a good resource. There is a website for the borough of Ridley Park which might be helpful too. Good luck!

[chessimprov]

Ridley Park is a nice area to live in. Can't lose!

[ilovephilly]

Does anyone know of any efficiencies in Ridley Park, or a small apartment in an old victorian? My college age daughter is looking for something not expensive, small and nice. Thanks.