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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Property

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.

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Property

Bi-Level Penthouse Condo in Rittenhouse Square

High ceilings and large windows let the gorgeous sunsets fill this luxurious condo.

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Just Listed in the Poconos: Lakeside Rustic Contemporary in Lake Ariel

It has everything you want in a lakeside second home — including the furniture.

Life & Style

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.

Life & Style

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.

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Property

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.

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Property

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.

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Property

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.

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Property

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.

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Property

Rebuilt Riverside Redoubt in Stockton

A 1950s hideout got transformed into an elevated living experience seven years ago.

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Just Listed: Historically Sensitive Rebuild in Rittenhouse Square

A quality makeover whose attention to detail has already drawn an offer — but you could still make it yours.

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Updated Expanded Trinity in Society Hill

Ho-hum on the outside, simple yet fine on the inside.

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Property

At the Shore: Bayside Contemporary Traditional Outside Longport

Everything you want in a Shore house. Including its own beach.

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Property

In the Poconos: Tudor Revival Chateau in Lackawaxen

Built in 2009 but imported from the past.

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Property

On the Market: Penthouse Condo Steps from City Hall

A modern classic in a landmark building in the heart of Center City.