(even in GB/PF not all appraisers are willing to take STR income into account).  

If you don't need the PATH and restaurants within walking distance, you can deal with a ferry to lower Manhattan (in community) or a 10min shuttle to the PATH, you plan on starting a family, you really want to live on the water and actually maybe get on the water for boating/kayaking/paddle boarding, then I would recommend Port Liberte.

Do to the "island" effect of south Philly (like Manhattan) I think things will continue to move quickly for the next 3-5 years.  

Our cleaners told me this is the standard size from their experience in the PF area. 

I'm from Washington Heights in manhattan ny.

They are less desirable than condos and families typically just want to move on and don't wait around for the highest and best offers.Even purchasing at the peak, my units still have plenty of equity (albeit less due to COVID-19).The only downside is (typically) high monthly maintenance costs and (currently) a tough rental market.If you are looking for yield in the short run, Manhattan may not be for you.

I’m currently living and renting in Manhattan.

Use an equity line or portfolio loan against your existing LTR's.It is tough buying in PF right now with the exorbitant prices.

I traded them for over 30 years for a living, so I know them inside out and they are my vehicle of choice for investment in retirement. 2.I pay my tax attorney a retainer bc he handles everything for me tax wise from our condo here in manhattan,to our trusts, and a myriad of other vehicles I couldn't even begin to explain to someone like yourself.

Bay area is beautiful and has great weather,so some will always be attracted, but as we are seeing in Manhattan for example, people are willing to consider alternatives.