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{{Infobox Neighborhood
| name = Lawncrest
| type = Neighborhood
| location = Northeast Philadelphia
| zip_codes = 19111, 19120
| boundaries = Roughly Rising Sun Avenue to Cottman Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard to 5th Street
| adjacent_neighborhoods = [[Oxford Circle]], [[Burholme]], [[Olney]]
| major_streets = Rising Sun Avenue, 5th Street, Lawndale Street
| transit = SEPTA bus routes
| notable_landmarks = Lawncrest Recreation Center, neighborhood parks
}}

'''Lawncrest''' is a residential neighborhood in [[Northeast Philadelphia]] characterized by brick rowhouses and a working-class to middle-class community. The neighborhood provides affordable housing and access to nearby shopping and transit.

== History ==

Lawncrest developed in the early-to-mid 20th century as part of Northeast Philadelphia's residential expansion. The neighborhood attracted working-class families seeking affordable homeownership.

== Character ==

=== Housing ===
* Brick rowhouses predominant
* Twins and duplexes
* Small yards
* Affordable prices
* Well-maintained blocks

=== Demographics ===
* Working-class and middle-class families
* Diverse population
* Asian American community (growing)
* Longtime residents
* Mix of owners and renters

== Recreation ==

'''Lawncrest Recreation Center''' serves the neighborhood:
* Athletic facilities
* Playground
* Community programs
* Youth activities

== Living in Lawncrest ==

* Affordable rowhouses
* Working-class community
* Near Rising Sun Avenue shopping
* Bus transit access

== Getting There ==

* '''SEPTA buses:''' 18, 24, 70
* '''Rising Sun Avenue:''' Commercial corridor
* '''Roosevelt Boulevard:''' Nearby access

== See Also ==

* [[Oxford Circle]]
* [[Burholme]]
* [[Olney]]
* [[Northeast Philadelphia]]

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