I think that investing in real estate and an area being so expensive and time-consuming makes it seem so much more obvious that these aren't getting the attention they deserve from their developers.
The Amble (40 S 2nd St) commercial portion has been empty since opening a couple years ago. Old City Kava Co was supposedly be ready to go by Spring 2024 on their website. It is a huge space in the commercial area of 2nd St.
Great observations here. I wonder if there are issues with neighborhood opposition with certain commercial tenants. Old City has had issues with that in the past especially with liquor licenses. With all of the tourist traffic drawn up 2nd street by Elfreth's Alley I'd think that something like an ice cream shop, lunch spot or cafe would kill it here. Even a tactfully done souvenir shop would be good.
Good article!
I think that investing in real estate and an area being so expensive and time-consuming makes it seem so much more obvious that these aren't getting the attention they deserve from their developers.
The Amble (40 S 2nd St) commercial portion has been empty since opening a couple years ago. Old City Kava Co was supposedly be ready to go by Spring 2024 on their website. It is a huge space in the commercial area of 2nd St.
Great observations here. I wonder if there are issues with neighborhood opposition with certain commercial tenants. Old City has had issues with that in the past especially with liquor licenses. With all of the tourist traffic drawn up 2nd street by Elfreth's Alley I'd think that something like an ice cream shop, lunch spot or cafe would kill it here. Even a tactfully done souvenir shop would be good.