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Society Hill's Transformation Into a Prestige Philadelphia District
Fifteen years ago Society Hill near Independence Mall was blighted with high tuberculosis rates. Now restored colonial homes and tree lined streets define a pricey neighborhood with a 39 percent population rise and 65 percent growth in housing units. The city redeveloped by relocating some residents and offering targeted subsidies while preserving historic exterior designs.
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