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{{Infobox Neighborhood
| name = Cedar Park
| type = Neighborhood
| location = West Philadelphia
| zip_codes = 19143
| named_for = Cedar Park at 50th and Baltimore
| boundaries = North: Market Street, South: Woodland Avenue, East: 46th Street, West: 52nd Street
| adjacent_neighborhoods = [[Spruce Hill]], [[Walnut Hill]], [[Cobbs Creek]]
| major_streets = Baltimore Avenue, 48th Street, 50th Street
| transit = SEPTA trolleys (Route 34), Bus Routes
| notable_landmarks = Clark Park, Baltimore Avenue corridor
}}

'''Cedar Park''' is a neighborhood in [[West Philadelphia]] known for its Victorian architecture, diverse community, and the vibrant commercial corridor along Baltimore Avenue. The neighborhood is named for Cedar Park, a small park at 50th and Baltimore that serves as a community gathering place. Cedar Park has a strong identity as a progressive, walkable neighborhood with locally-owned businesses and active civic life.<ref name="cedarpark">{{cite web |url=https://www.cedarparkneighbors.org |title=Cedar Park Neighbors |publisher=Cedar Park Neighbors |access-date=December 22, 2025}}</ref>

== History ==

=== Development ===

Cedar Park developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as Philadelphia expanded westward. The neighborhood attracted working-class and middle-class families seeking affordable Victorian housing.

=== Modern Era ===

Cedar Park has maintained stability while experiencing gradual change:
* Longtime African-American community
* University of Pennsylvania proximity
* Baltimore Avenue commercial revival
* Strong community organizations

== Baltimore Avenue ==

The '''Baltimore Avenue''' commercial corridor defines Cedar Park:

=== Restaurants ===

* '''Mariposa Food Co-op''' - Community-owned grocery
* '''Dock Street Brewing*** - Brewpub
* '''Dahlak*** - Ethiopian restaurant
* Cafes and international cuisines

=== Shopping ===

* Independent shops
* Vintage stores
* Local boutiques

=== Character ===

Baltimore Avenue maintains a local, independent character without chain retail.

== Clark Park ==

While technically in adjacent [[Spruce Hill]], '''Clark Park''' serves as a gathering place for Cedar Park residents:
* Farmers market (Saturdays)
* Community events
* Green space
* Playground

== Character ==

=== Architecture ===

* Victorian rowhouses and twins
* Porches and front stoops
* Tree-lined streets
* Some larger homes

=== Community ===

* Diverse by race and income
* Strong neighborhood identity
* Progressive politics
* Active civic engagement

== Living in Cedar Park ==

=== Housing ===

* Victorian homes
* More affordable than closer-in neighborhoods
* Mix of rentals and owner-occupied
* Stable housing stock

=== Demographics ===

* African-American community (historically)
* University affiliates
* Young professionals
* Artists and activists

== Getting There ==

=== Public Transit ===

* '''SEPTA Trolley Route 34:''' Along Baltimore Avenue
* '''Bus Routes:*** 21, 42
* Walkable to 46th Street El station

== See Also ==

* [[Spruce Hill]]
* [[University City]]
* [[West Philadelphia]]
* [[Cobbs Creek]]

== References ==
<references />

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