Three collections of new construction townhomes tucked-away near East Falls in the Paradise neighborhood. These brand new homes have spacious bedrooms, stylish bathrooms, garage parking, a green roof deck, and a thoughtfully crafted multi-floor layout that maximizes both space and functionality.
With a tax abatement keeping annual taxes under $500 for 10 years, no HOA fees due until your development is 50% occupied, and access to location-based grants with no income restrictions, Paradise is an affordable, value-driven choice for smart buyers. Designed by the acclaimed architects and developed by Argo Property Group, each residence is a blend of sophistication and everyday ease. Buyers can choose a quick move-in home with elevated, designer-curated finishes or negotiate customizations to their dream home.
WHERE IS PARADISE?
Located Bordering the Schuylkill River and adjacent to Fairmount Park, you’ll enjoy over 2,000 acres of rolling hills, trails, waterfront, and woodlands right at your doorstep while living in Paradise. You're steps from local favorites like Thunder Mug Café, Boutique Café’s famous pancakes, and East Falls culinary gems like In Riva, Le Bus, and the beloved Italian hideaway Fiorino. Enjoy a lifestyle of convenience and connection, with easy access to East Falls, Manayunk, and Center City. Outdoor lovers will appreciate the proximity to Kelly Drive and MLK Drive — ideal for joggers, cyclists, and dog walkers. Commuting is a breeze with nearby access to Route 1, I-76, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and I-95. Welcome to your next chapter at Laurel Ridge.
Explore the neighborhood in our walking tour of Paradise, or download our map of local amenities.
SCHEDULE A TOUR OR VISIT OUR SALES OFFICE
Three EASY ways to take a tour of the collections.
Call or text 267-209-0122 to schedule a tour with a Philly Home Girls agent, or email team@phillyhomegirls.com
If you’re working with agent, they can set up a private tour for you of any or all of these homes
Visit the Paradise Sales Center at 3839 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132 on any of the following days and times:
frequently asked questions
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The collective goal of the developers, builder, and sales team is to sell these homes. Any customizations that are agreed to would need to be negotiated on an individual basis.
Most of the finishes for the remaining homes at Paradise Peak (pictured below) have been purchased for install, but a buyer could possibly purchase their own light fixtures for install and receive a credit. Just let the sales team know what you have in mind and we’ll work with the builder’s to see what can be done.
West Alley Row homes are almost entirely complete so there would be no opportunity to customize what’s already there.
Only 2 out of 22 homes at Laurel Ridge are finished so let’s have a conversation!
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At Laurel Ridge and Paradise Peak, 30-90 days depending on the stage of completion the home you choose is in.
West Alley Homes are virtually complete and can be delivered finished in 30 days or less.
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Unit Owners may lease or sublease no less than their entire Unit provided that the lease is in writing and must be for at least one-year.
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Yes and yes. The tax abatements for each home are fully approved. They don’t start until you receive your certificate of occupancy. That means that your closing costs should be based on the 2025 rates.
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Green roofs are embraced in Philadelphia to address urban challenges like air quality, energy consumption, and stormwater management. They absorb and filter rainwater, reducing the strain on the city's stormwater systems and mitigating flooding. The city of Philadelphia requires the design of theses homes to include green roofs.
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If you can’t live with out gas cooking and heat, good news! Paradise Peak units 5 & 6 have gas cooking and heat. They are currently rented through Spring of 2026 at $2,900-$3,250/mo and are available to purchase with the leases in place or with a closing date after the lease end.
The less finished the home, the more options you have. The more time you have, the higher the chance of connecting to gas service. However, there are three good reasons for developers to avoid providing gas service to new construction homes:
Closing Dates. PGW and the City of Philadelphia’s public works operate on their own time lines. Builders and developers can’t control their pace, schedule or urgency. Because your certificate of occupancy will require your home’s utilities to be fully operational, until the property is connected to the city’s gas line, there is no way to set your closing date in stone.
Life Safety and Environmental Impact. Philly Home Girls encourages you to research this on your own. Here are some resources from Yale University, Harvard University, and the NIH.
Landlord Liability. If you, or the developer, hold these homes as investment properties for lease, unpaid gas bills are the responsibility of the owner, not the tenants, even when the account is in the tenant’s name. Unless you join PGW’s landlord tenant program, any unpaid gas bills, known or unknow, must be paid before the property can be sold and transferred to a new owner.
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Yes. You can preview it here.
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HOA fees cannot be collected from any unit owner until the developer owns less than 50% of the property. Once that happens the HOA will be turned over to the owners who will elect a board and decide how the fees will be paid (which could be switched to quarterly or annually for convenience).
GRANTS AND SPECIAL FINANCING
Paradise is officially located in a minority majority census tract. That means by location these homes qualify for the following programs:
Neighbor First: There is no income limit to qualify for this program. It’s available to anyone. Provides a 1% rate discount for the life of the loan (30 years). There are no income limits to qualify. Our preferred lender for this program can also provide a $4,000 credit to First Time Home Buyers, although you don’t need to be a first time home buyer to be considered for this loan. It also allows for a minimum down payment of 3% without any monthly PMI. You can also negotiate a 3% seller’s assist to cover your closing costs.
Contact PHG recommended lender Adam Funck at Garden State Home Loans, a division of Ocean First bank N.A. , afunck@gardenstateloans.com, (215) 792-3232
Home Access: Designed to help assist with closing costs, the TD HOME access program provides up to $10,000 lender credit. It also allows for a minimum down payment of 3% without any monthly PMI. You can also negotiate 3-9% seller’s assist to cover your closing costs. Income limit of 150% of the area median income - $126,450 in Philadelphia.
Contact PHG recommended lender Andy Krider at TD Bank, Andrew.Krider@td.com, (484)-888-0446
These loan programs can be combined with the Philly First Grant for first time home buyers with the following household members and income caps: Family Size / Maximum Annual Household Income ( 1 / $83,600, 2 / $95,550, 3 / $107,500, 4 / $119,400, 5 / $129,000, 6 / $138,550)
Download an estimated cost break down of these options.
What units are available?
See up to date pricing and availability here.
What does my $75/mo HOA cover?
The HOA at Paradise Peak includes a master insurance policy that covers and maintenance and repair or replacement of common elements. For each unit that includes the entry steps and stoops, water meter and meter location, water and sewer laterals, and fire suppression pump and system, where shown on the Plats and Plans.
Per the HOA docs, “The repair, replacement and maintenance of the Limited Common Elements, and the costs for performing any such work, are the responsibility of each Unit Owner to which such Limited Common Element is appurtenant.
Roofs, including the green roof elements, the single sump pump serving the attached basements, decks and outdoor spaces, and the fire suppression sprinkler pump serving the individual unit are the sole responsibility for maintenance, repair, and replacement by the Unit Owner.”
You can preview the Paradise Peak Public Offering Statement here.
Are there HOA rules and regulations?
No Rules and Regs currently exist. Once the HOA’s Executive board is established, rules and regulations can be adopted.
Per the HOA docs, “The Executive Board shall have the power to designate additional Limited Common Facilities if, using its business judgment, the Board decides Limited Common Facilities would enhance the Planned Community.”
As an association the members can choose to outsource professional property management, add private landscaping, regular maintenance, or private trash removal.
When will the HOA be turned over from the Declarant (Developer) to the Home Owners?
This collection, or development, encompasses 22 units. Six are owned by individuals. Nine are under contract. Eleven are scheduled to be sold by August 27th, 2025 at which time the HOA fee of $75.00 will begin being due monthly. The latest closing of those nine is scheduled for September 12, 2025. At that point 15 units will have been sold.
Is there a capital contribution fee?
Yes, it’s a one-time fee of $1000 due at closing.
Laurel Ridge Estates
Thoughtfully Designed Townhomes for Everyday Living. Welcome to a new kind of homeownership — where modern style meets practical comfort. Laurel Ridge Estates will feature 21 thoughtfully designed townhomes perfectly positioned along the scenic Schuylkill River and just moments from the vibrant energy of East Falls — all made for real life.
Located along Ridge Avenue, two homes are already complete, with four more available for delivery in 60–90 days, and two additional homes currently at the foundation stage. The longer you can wait for delivery, the better the pricing opportunity. Phase II, located along 35th Street, is expected to be ready in 2026.
What units are available?
See up to date pricing and availability here.
Where do I find?
Tax Abatement Documents
New Construction Agreement of Sale
Public Offering Statement
What does my $100/month HOA cover?
Can I rent my Property?
Sure you can, but why would you want to?
What are the differences in floor plans?
Addresses between 3839-3849 Ridge Avenue are the furthest along in the construction process. They have the following floor plan.
What are the differences in prices?
Every Laurel Home is the same size and has the same components.
The difference in price is only by delivery date.
3839 and 3841 are almost 100% complete. Because they can be delivered fully finished to settlement immediately, they are the most expensive. List price $500,000.
As you continue up the block address numbers increase and the stage of completion decreases.
In other words, the higher the address number, the more unfinished the home is. The less finished, the longer it takes to close. The more time you have to close, the lower the price you can get.
Why?
Two words: Construction Lending. Developers borrow money to build homes. However, the lender doesn’t give them the money all at once. They release the funds as the construction progresses. That protects the lender from over lending and the developer from over building.
Can I make customizations to the property I choose to buy?
Yes, the above lending structure prevents the developer from using their bank’s money to make your home specialized. Instead, you can use your own cash and negotiate with the seller to make customize to your property, however, the builder uses your cash to make these changes, and charges you administrative costs on top of time and materials, just like any contractor would if you were to customize the property after you purchase it. There is also a risk to customizing a home that you don’t own, if for any reason, you choose not to buy it, the builder can’t undo those customizations, so there’s no way to refund you for them.
The following layouts are possible at no additional costs for 3851-3861 Ridge Avenue
What units are available?
See up to date pricing and availability here.
Where do I find?
Tax Abatement Documents
New Construction Agreement of Sale
Public Offering Statement
What does my HOA cover?
The HOA at Paradise Peak covers….
Can I rent my Property?
Sure can but why would you want to?