Welcome to Graduate Hospital
A family-oriented, residential community grounded in a convenient, central location
There’s nothing like being able to call a place home that is neighborly, relaxed, and still upbeat and charismatic. The desirable, family-friendly community of Graduate Hospital (also known as Grad Hospital) is characterized by its stunning condominium- and house-lined streets and great neighborhood spaces and parks. For those who work outside of town, it’s a well-placed and well-maintained area that has the advantage of easy access to surrounding Pennsylvania communities. The neighborhood’s namesake medical facility on the northern edge of the neighborhood is now closed, but the community is hospitable in new ways with its several community service organizations, churches, and patches of retail establishments.
What to Love
- Family-centered in nature
- Conveniently located neighborhood
- Residential yet urban feel
- Growing and thriving
People & Lifestyle
Living in this revitalized neighborhood means planting roots in newly built or renovated single-family homes and condominiums. Residents love that new exciting dining establishments and small businesses are always popping up in town, but they also have access and proximity to green spaces or the well-established Center City. Universal Companies has helped open several neighborhood establishments, low-income housing, and a great charter school, which has attracted growing families. There truly is a cool yet chic lifestyle happening in Graduate Hospital, and the ability to revel in the local sense of charm and community is unmatched.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
You can find lovable and vibrant shops throughout Graduate Hospital, from cozy cafés to low-key bars.
Honey’s Sit & Eat is a spacious cash-only café with an old soul that serves up comfort-food classics for breakfast and lunch, plus seasonal specials. The owners draw from their backgrounds and identities for the menu, scrambling up Jewish, Southern, and Tex Mex specialties. The
Sidecar Bar & Grille has delicious and photo-worthy meals, as well as tasty craft drinks and all your other favorites. For coffee and divine breakfast options, visit
Ants Pants Cafe or
The Bakers Jar.
Things to Do
The things to do around town make Graduate Hospital is an all-around delightful place to be.
Julian Abele Park is a wonderful flower-lined space that doubles as a small, open park with benches and lovely trees, plus a venue that hosts various events, including concerts. Want to go on a bike ride or walk your dog with friends? The
Schuylkill River Trail is a picturesque multi-use trail that runs wildly and beautifully along the banks of the Schuylkill River. Art lovers hail
Arts Sanctuary, which puts on classes and events like the
CBA Festival.
