FAQ
General FAQs
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With an established history of building communities which capture the authenticity of urban environments, Concordia/D3 are leaders in creating vibrant townhome developments throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Focused on building new homes which offer uniquely urban architecture, Concordia/D3 continue to craft high-quality residential communities throughout the City of Philadelphia.
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Resting adjacent to the Delaware River, Northbank has a unique neighborhood environment. With walking trails, landscaped courtyards, and a central park which leads to the river, Northbank is the fastest selling new home community in the City of Philadelphia. With a 10-year tax abatement, up to $30,000 Seller assistance on closing costs, and a builder interest rate buydown program, Northbank is the waterfront neighborhood Philadelphia has been waiting for.
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The 45-acre site was formerly a shipyard owned by the William Cramp & Sons Company. Established in 1830, the company was the preeminent builder of iron ships in the 19th century. The shipyard was abandoned in 1947. Concordia/D3 commenced site development on the Northbank project in 2019.
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Email sales@northbankphilly.com
Call 267-606-3652
Visit the sales center Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Community FAQs
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Northbank offers beautiful walking trails that connect you to the water’s edge, and a central park featuring a pavilion for community gatherings.
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Your favorite destinations are just moments away from Northbank. This remarkable location allows easy access to shopping in Fishtown, Northern Liberties, outdoor activities at Penn Treaty Park and Graffiti Pier, or getting back into the bustle of Center City. You will find the neighborhood is walking distance to several grocery stores, coffee shops, bakeries, restaurants, and fitness centers. Check out the growing list of destinations in the vicinity of Northbank.
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Monthly HOA fee of $165 covers private trash removal, landscaping, and snow removal. Additionally, the HOA fee covers a variety of other items like site electric costs, repair and maintenance of all common elements, and the establishment of reserves for long term maintenance/replacement of roads and utility systems.
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Northbank is very pet-friendly with plenty of walking trails to enjoy with your furry friend. However, the community only allows two pets per household.
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Yes, each townhouse offers a private garage (either 1- or 2-car) as well as additional on-street parking.
Homebuilding Process FAQs
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Northbank has a step-by-step, quote-on-quote build your dream home and quote process. The sales team will guide you through the contract, mortgage process, color selection, construction stages, and all the way to closing.
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Depending on your home site location, the construction can take anywhere between 8 to 12 months.
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In addition to a great standard feature package, we have a design studio that allows our homebuyers to personalize kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, and appliances.
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All Northbank homes are designed with low-maintenance materials, brick, vinyl siding, hardiplank, and metal siding. These homes are also ENERGY STAR® certified.
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Our onsite sales team can assist you through the homebuying process. A buyer’s agent is not required. We honor the buyer’s agent as a procuring cost.
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Yes. We install the final landscaping and the Homeowners Association will maintain it.
Homeowner FAQs
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All warranty requests can be made to our warranty department by emailing warranty@northbankphilly.com
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There is no referral program at this time.
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Visit the sales office for all included standard features and upgrades.
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We do not provide architectural blueprints, however we do provide floor plans for each individual home.
Financing FAQs
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We have a team of preferred lenders that specializes in new construction. They can assist you with your specific financing needs, that could include a one-year interest rate lock.
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Northbank features 10 years of tax abatement depending on your home type selection. We estimate your tax to be between $2,000 to $4,000 per year.
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Northbank is one of the last new developments in Philadelphia to benefit from the full 100% tax abatement.In the current 10 years of tax abatement, property owners are only taxed on the land value. That adds up to significant savings because property taxes represent a major expense every year. What’s more, the program can help you buy more home for the same price, or improve your ability to qualify for a mortgage by putting the total monthly payment within reach.
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Yes, we offer up to a $30,000 credit towards closing costs if you are utilizing one of our preferred lenders and title company.
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Yes, our team of preferred lenders can provide the details about one-year interest rate lock options and interest rate buydown.
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Email sales@northbankphilly.com
Call 267-606-3652
Visit the sales center Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Sales Inquiries
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The sales team is available to answer all of your questions.
Email sales@northbankphilly.com
Call 267-606-3652
Visit the sales center Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Real Estate Agent FAQs
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We honor the buyer’s agent as a procuring cause.
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Please contact the sales office to register your client in advance.
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Northbank has an exclusive listing agreement. Agents are welcome to promote their Northbank collaborative sales on their own websites.
First-Time Home Buyer FAQs
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Our onsite sales team can assist you through the home buying process. A buyer’s agent is not required. We honor the buyer’s agent as a procuring cause.
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We have a team of preferred lenders that specialize in new construction. They can assist you with your specific financing needs, that could include a one-year rate lock or an interest rate buydown.
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Depending on your home site selection, you may be able to move into your new home immediately.
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We do not currently have any quick delivery homes available.
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We do have a home sale contingency program.
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We offer up to $30,000 credit towards closing costs and builder interest rate buydown.
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There is a two-week review period in which your deposit is fully refundable.