Looking for data/article resources about West Philly for my buyer

[Jimmy O'Connor]

I have seen a TON of activity moving into West Philly around the Cedar Park leaking into Cobbs Creek showing low days on market, healthy balance between rentals and flips, and a fair spread that does not overprice like you may see in some of the hotter neighborhoods. 

I ran into an issue of some birdie whispering in my investor's ear that this area is a "dead zone" but failed to present ANY evidence to back this up. Being a former physics teacher, I like to be armed with evidence. Aside from the MLS and public records, what CREDIBLE sources do you guys use to get a pulse and accurate description on market activities in particular neighborhoods?

*note- I go on Curbed Philly Daily

[Elyse Choi]

@Jimmy O'Connor there are a couple of large developments underway in West Philly. Two come top of mind and they are on the complete opposite ends of West Philly... imagine what these developments will do to the neighborhoods once completed! 

https://www.multifamilyexecutive.com/design-develo...

http://www.phillytrib.com/news/m-complex-breaks-gr...