Francisville exemplifies the "up and coming" aspects experienced by cities around the nation. Located in North Philadelphia, the culturally diversified area radiates a hometown feel where everyone seems to know everyone else. Residents are hard-working individuals who have pride in their community and support the efforts of local leaders to make their area a progressive one.

Francisville rests on land said to have once been the personal vineyard of William Penn. Streets running east to west rather than north to south distinguish the area from the rest of the city. They were originally planned be perpendicular and parallel to an old Native American trail called Ridge Road.

Attractions are located primarily in the southwest portion of the district. They include the Philadelphia Museum of Fine Arts in Fairmont Park, Logan Circle, the Divine Lorraine Hotel, the Metropolitan Opera House, and a once-luxurious railroad car called the Steak and Bagel Train. Tours can be taken of the ghostly Eastern State Penitentiary.

Having witnessed a decline in population over a 40-year span, Francisville is now on the upswing with growing numbers of residents and increased community initiatives to improve the district. Neighborhood enhancements and business expansion, along with new and upscale housing developments, have seen an increase in property market value in Philadelphia real estate. For those interested in Philadelphia real estate for sale, prices range from the low $100,000s to more elevated values for new and improved construction of private homes, condos, and apartments.