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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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.”

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Just Listed Down the Shore: Renovated Cape Cod in Brigantine

All nice, all recently redone and all ready to handle a crowd.

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On the Market: Neotraditional in Chestnut Hill

Built the way they used to build, designed for the way we live today.

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Just Listed in the Poconos: Secluded Contemporary Rancher in Honesdale

Nature surrounds this house — literally. And that will save you money on heating and cooling.

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Contemporary Castle in Penn Valley

Is this modern house the harbinger of a new Middle Ages? You be the judge.

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New Construction Condo in Queen Village

This condo is like no other in the neighborhood — or, for that matter, like no other in its building.

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Just Listed: Expanded Trinity in Rittenhouse Square

Refreshed, renewed, and ready for the work-from-home lifestyle.