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Rittenhouse Square is the city’s most coveted locale.

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Welcome to Rittenhouse Square - Philadelphia

Affluent, highly sought-after zip code that is known as the “place to be seen” in Philadelphia

Well-known as the crème de la crème of zip codes in Philadelphia, Rittenhouse Square is the city’s most coveted locale. Steeped with history and sophistication, this centrally-located community comprises top-tier dining, boutique shopping, and a sprawling neighborhood park (also named Rittenhouse Square).

Neighborhood boundaries extend from Chestnut Street down to South Street on one edge and South 21st Street to South Broad Street on the other. Charming condo buildings and townhomes line the narrow city streets. Walking down the road, it is easy to feel a sense of history in each of the buildings that populates this community. Interiors of dwellings in this neighborhood are up-to-date, and the high desirability of the area ensures that properties come with a premium (yet well-merited) price tag.

What to Love

Philadelphia’s most prestigious and exclusive neighborhood
Highly walkable
Marvelous shopping and dining scene
High-end, luxurious properties
Rittenhouse Square park

Local Lifestyle

Individuals looking to relocate to a posh and luxurious neighborhood should definitely tour available properties in Rittenhouse Square. Situated in Philadelphia’s premier zip code, life doesn’t get better than it does here. Spend your leisure time strolling along local streets to uncover the myriad of shops and highly-rated restaurants that are just steps from home. Rittenhouse Square park provides a comfortable and peaceful place to go for a run, nature walk, or a quaint picnic. Click here to find and browse luxury homes for sale in Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

With so many boutiques and eateries in Rittenhouse Square, knowing where the locals go is extremely valuable.

Planning a meal out in the neighborhood? Residents can’t get enough of the menu items at places such as Parc Brasserie, K'Far Cafe, Vernick Food & Drink, Trattoria Carina, Tortorice’s Specialty Sandwiches, Friday Saturday Sunday, and Veda - Modern Indian Bistro. Aside from these exceptional recommendations, there are dozens of other amazing restaurants located in Rittenhouse Square.

Head to Walnut Street to peruse a fantastic selection of shops and boutiques. While walking down this famed road, stop into stores such as Apple, Tumi, Lagos, Lacroix, HipCityVeg, Tiffany & Co., LUSH, and Anthropologie. Nearby, shop at other favorite retailers, including Fine Wine & Good Spirits, Rittenhouse Hardware, Target, UNIQLO, and Nordstrom Rack.

Things to Do

Although the neighborhood is relatively compact, there is plenty to do and experience just minutes from home.

Serving as the namesake for the neighborhood, Rittenhouse Square park can be found at the center of the area. Annually, it hosts a number of impressive events. Locals love attending Rittenhouse Square Spring Festival, Rittenhouse “Ball on the Square,” Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show, and the Rittenhouse Square Christmas Tree Lighting. At all times of the year, this scenic park is a marvelous place for residents to step out in nature.

Around the area, there are several other attractions you’ll want to check out. History enthusiasts will be delighted to visit The Rosenbach, which houses a stunning 300,000 rare books. Down the road, Major General George Gordon Meade's House is another historical landmark that many visit each year.

Schools

Close to Rittenhouse Square, parents can send their children (kindergarten through 12th grade) to highly-rated public schools.

Greenfield Albert M School, Kindergarten through 8th grade
Science Leadership Academy, 9th grade through 12th grade

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Around Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, PA

There's plenty to do around Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Biker's Paradise

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Akir, Eatside, and Ben Franklin Technology Center.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Akir page on Yelp Search 1736 Chestnut St on Google Maps	Dining	0.19 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Eatside page on Yelp Search 211 S 15th St on Google Maps	Dining	0.24 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Ben Franklin Technology Center page on Yelp Search 11 Penn Ctr on Google Maps	Dining	0.33 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Sandwich Guy page on Yelp Search 1509 South St on Google Maps	Dining	0.35 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the New City Cafe page on Yelp Search 10 S 20th St on Google Maps	Dining	0.41 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Athleta page on Yelp Search 1722 Walnut St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.09 miles	31 reviews	3.6/5 stars
Visit the Anthropologie page on Yelp Search 1801 Walnut St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.12 miles	171 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the Boyds - Philadelphia page on Yelp Search 1818 Chestnut St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.2 miles	89 reviews	3.4/5 stars
Visit the Barnes & Noble Booksellers page on Yelp Search 1708 Chestnut St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.2 miles	151 reviews	3.2/5 stars
Visit the Metrocorp page on Yelp Search 1818 Market St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.34 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the True North Training page on Yelp	Active	0.34 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The Library Bar page on Yelp Search 210 W Rittenhouse Sq on Google Maps	Nightlife	0.16 miles	105 reviews	4.1/5 stars
Visit the Posner Sussy page on Yelp Search 1610 Locust St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.11 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the International Salon page on Yelp Search 1714 Sansom St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.14 miles	219 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the 4 Sisters Nail Salon page on Yelp Search 141 S 20th St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.22 miles	59 reviews	3.7/5 stars
Visit the Monarch Medspa page on Yelp Search 1625 Chestnut St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.24 miles	5 reviews	2/5 stars
Visit the Meesha Aesthetics In Philly page on Yelp Search 1420 Locust St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.24 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Arete Chirapsia page on Yelp Search 1500 Walnut St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.28 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Chenatural page on Yelp Search 1650 Market St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.29 miles	7 reviews	1/5 stars

Overview for Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, PA

18,266 people live in Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $110,770. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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The following schools are within or nearby Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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