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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On the Market: Mid-Century Modern Estate Outside New Hope
Amidst the Colonials and converted barns, this house definitely stands out.
Just Listed in the Poconos: Norman-Inspired Chalet in Mount Bethel
It’s nestled in the woods but would look right at home in the ’burbs.
Just Listed: Rebuilt Victorian in Doylestown
Modern comfort and amenities, classic style, and room to entertain a crowd.
For more than a century, the city’s fundamental building block has been the rowhome. That may soon change.
Just Listed: Updated Courtyard Trinity in Wash West
Classic and modern at the same time, and located in one of Center City’s nicest gated trinity communities.
Luxury Apartment/Hotel Combo Begins Leasing in East Falls
The Driftway is the first luxury apartment building with hotel-style service and amenities in the Northwest Philly neighborhood.
Just Listed at the Shore: Beach Block Victorian Twin Condo in Cape May
Still a traditional Cape May Victorian, but one that got done over in modern Shore style.
Bi-Level Penthouse Condo in Rittenhouse Square
High ceilings and large windows let the gorgeous sunsets fill this luxurious condo.
Just Listed in the Poconos: Lakeside Rustic Contemporary in Lake Ariel
It has everything you want in a lakeside second home — including the furniture.
The Best Pennsylvania Road Trips to Take From Philly
Scenic vistas, nostalgic roadside stops and epic adventures — break out of Philly and see everything the Keystone State has to offer.
PA Road Trip: The River Road, From Bristol to Easton
You may know this iconic route as the way to New Hope — but with loads of history, natural landmarks, and even a chance to fete your inner child, there’s much more to discover.
Just Listed at the Shore: Brand-New Dunetop House in Avalon
This house will top all the others in Avalon when it’s completed — in every way imaginable.
Extremely Minimalist House Outside Nazareth
Not only does this high modernist house lack ornamentation, but it also lacks a high electric bill thanks to its high-performance construction.
A Modern Architect’s House in Northern Liberties
Built for his own family, Shimi Zakim’s first solo project is now ready to house yours.
How Tawan Davis is Turning Tenants into Homeowners
How to spread the wealth: Buy houses. Fix them up. Rent them out. Sell them to the tenants. Rinse and repeat.