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is a neighborhood in [[West Philadelphia]] situated along the western edge of [[Fairmount Park]]. The neighborhood&#039;s location provides immediate access to the Philadelphia Zoo, Please Touch Museum, and other park attractions. Parkside has faced economic challenges but benefits from its park adjacency and historic housing stock.<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> <br /> Parkside developed in the late 19th century as Philadelphia expanded westward. The neighborhood&#039;s proximity to Fairmount Park made it attractive to middle-class families. Like many West Philadelphia neighborhoods, Parkside experienced decline in the mid-to-late 20th century but has seen renewed interest due to its location.<br /> <br /> == Park Attractions ==<br /> <br /> Adjacent to Parkside in Fairmount Park:<br /> <br /> === Philadelphia Zoo ===<br /> * America&#039;s first zoo (1874)<br /> * Major family destination<br /> * Conservation programs<br /> <br /> === Please Touch Museum ===<br /> * Children&#039;s museum in Memorial Hall<br /> * Interactive exhibits<br /> * Major family attraction<br /> <br /> == Character ==<br /> <br /> === Housing ===<br /> * Victorian rowhouses<br /> * Some larger homes<br /> * Mix of conditions<br /> * Renovation potential<br /> <br /> === Challenges ===<br /> * Poverty and disinvestment<br /> * Property vacancies<br /> * Limited commercial services<br /> * Safety concerns in some areas<br /> <br /> == Living in Parkside ==<br /> <br /> * Affordable housing<br /> * Immediate park access<br /> * Near zoo and museums<br /> * Investment opportunity<br /> <br /> == Getting There ==<br /> <br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;SEPTA trolleys:&#039;&#039;&#039; Route 10, 15<br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;SEPTA buses:&#039;&#039;&#039; Multiple routes along Girard Avenue<br /> * &#039;&#039;&#039;Walking:&#039;&#039;&#039; Direct access to Fairmount Park<br /> <br /> == See Also ==<br /> <br /> * [[Wynnefield]]<br /> * [[Fairmount Park]]<br /> * [[Philadelphia Zoo]]<br /> * [[West Philadelphia]]<br /> <br /> {{#seo:<br /> |title=Parkside Philadelphia - West Philadelphia Neighborhood by Fairmount Park<br /> |description=Guide to Parkside, West Philadelphia neighborhood adjacent to Fairmount Park, the Philadelphia Zoo, and Please Touch Museum.<br /> |keywords=Parkside Philadelphia, Philadelphia Zoo, Fairmount Park, West Philadelphia neighborhoods<br /> |type=Place<br /> }}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Neighborhoods]]<br /> [[Category:West Philadelphia]]</div> Gritty