Sandy Smith

Home and Real Estate Editor

Sandy Smith is Philadelphia magazine’s Home and Real Estate editor. A Kansas City native, he has called Philly home for more than 35 years. He reports on houses for sale, condos for sale, apartments for rent, new construction, development and trends in the Greater Philadelphia real estate market.

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Just Listed in the Poconos: Loft Contemporary in Lake Ariel

Well-maintained, comfortable and ready for you to settle in right now.

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Relisted: Renovated Edwardian Twin in Cedar Park

Every bit as nice — and at a more attractive price.

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This New Apartment Building Is Named for … Dick Clark

That’s because it’s across the way from the TV studio where American Bandstand was born.

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Just Listed in the Poconos: Hillside Contemporary in Bushkill

This home in one of the Poconos’s finest resort communities is a resort in itself.

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The Battery Brings Its Past Into the Present

A former PECO power station gets new life as a live/work/play/stay juggernaut.

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Historic B&B Inn in New Hope

Buy this 1830 colonial and you can become a gracious host. Whether your guests are paying customers or only friends and relatives is up to you.

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In the Poconos: Loft Contemporary in Lake Ariel

Lofty like a barn, civilized like a contemporary chalet.

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Renovated Airlite Twin in Cedarbrook

1950 on the outside, 2023 on the inside. But the neighbors will tell you it’s in Mount Airy.

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Living in Chestnut Hill: A Neighborhood Guide

Between the Wissahickon and “The Ave,” you’ll want for nothing in this neighborhood at the top of the city.

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In the Poconos: Updated Cape Cod in Mount Pocono

Recently renovated with plenty of room indoors and out.

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Say Goodbye to the Last Oceanside Cottage in Stone Harbor

This vintage 1954 cottage just sold for $10 million. Its buyer plans to tear it down and build a bigger house.

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On the Market: Penthouse Apartments on Washington Square

Two units made for sunset lovers at The Lyndon.

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In the Poconos: Historic Inn in Mount Pocono

Built as an inn in 1920, this house could become one again if you wish.

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On the Market: Renovated Condo Double Bill in Old City

Two original, custom-designed condos with personality in a historic building. Each sold separately.

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Just Listed in the Poconos: Renovated Contemporary Cabin in Pocono Pines

You’ll go overboard for “Camp Overboard.”