Specialties

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocation, Consulting, Property Management, Landlord


Client Testimonials

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"Working with Michael was a pleasure! He is knowledgeable both about neighborhoods in general and also their cultural character, such as a restaurants, museums, art galleries, and other fun things to do in each part of the city. He helped us look at houses in Queen Village, Society Hill, and Old City. He has a great eye for good taste and will help you find the house that is right for your specific style, expectations, and cost constraints. We were even under contract on one house but Michael helped us exit that agreement and simultaneously put an offer in on a house that was ultimately a much better fit for us. Thanks so much, Michael!"

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"Michael is not only a consummate professional with thorough, complete knowledge of the Philadelphia region and the real estate ins and outs, he is a genuine person who gives you what you need when you need it. Be it a sympathetic perspective or reality check, he will give you what you need to make great decisions in the home-buying journey. We went through a long search process where our parameters changed multiple times, and he was patient in presenting new things. He then walked us through the closing transactions with such care that by the time we moved into our eventual home, we felt nothing but happiness. "

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"We've been working with Michael for a number of years across a few properties, and we have been very pleased with our experience. During the ebb and flows of selling and/or renting a home, he's always provided excellent advice and council to help us make the right decisions. He has keen instincts, always responsive and helpful, and actually makes the process fun. We sold our home in 1 open house and rented another in 1 day. He's effective. "

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"My husband and I had a wonderful experience working with Michael Garden in buying a new home. He is a very thoughtful and takes great care in pride in his craft. We enjoyed working with Michael because of his character and integrity as a professional and as a person. He does not push you to make a decision. He will however provide you with details to allow you to make decisions that you are comfortable with. He is also very knowledgeable about what to look for within the home when purchasing, and I am sure he does the same when it comes to preparing your home to sell. Michael will walk you through the steps from beginning to end in the process of buying a home. No matter if you are a first-time buyer or buying your third home, buying a home can be very stressful and sometime frustrating, but he is truly on your side throughout. He is a very calm individual which makes you feel much more at ease — and that goes along way when buying a home. We would for sure recommend Michael and his team for any real estate needs to anyone and everyone. "

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"I worked with Michael to both buy and sell my property. Michael is supremely knowledgeable regarding the Philadelphia real estate market. He makes the process extremely easy and worked very hard on my behalf. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to buy or sell in the Philadelphia area."


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Charity

Ars Nova Workshop - Chair of the Board


About Michael
Michael moved to Philadelphia in 2005 after living in NYC for 20 years where he was an art and architectural antique dealer. His introduction into real estate began with space planning and project managing NY galleries and sculpture gardens. Later, he purchased a historic property in Brooklyn, and served as his own GC overseeing a full gut renovation, converting the former commercial building into a home. A few investment properties followed. He quickly realized he had a better understanding of the real estate process than the agents he encountered along the way. His broker agreed and encouraged him to get into real estate.

Michael has a Client First approach to real estate. As each client is unique, coming to understand what is important to his clients going into each transaction, and instilling in them the knowledge they need to make good decisions, are the drivers of his practice.

Michael Garden’s Listings

a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a living room with furniture a flat screen tv and a large window
a workspace with furniture window and outside view
a view of a dining room with furniture and window
a view of a balcony and chairs
a city view with tall buildings
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a kitchen with a sink cabinets and wooden floor
a living room with stainless steel appliances furniture cabinets and a wooden floor
a kitchen with a sink a counter and chairs
a kitchen with a sink stove and microwave
a kitchen with a sink appliances and cabinets
a view of a hallway with wooden floor a bedroom and a bed
a bedroom with two beds and a large window
a bedroom with a bed and wooden floor
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink toilet a shower and a mirror
a bathroom with a sink a toilet and shower
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a large bed sitting in a bedroom next to a window with chair and table
a large bedroom with a bed and large windows
a bedroom with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a floor to ceiling window
a bedroom with a bed and a night stand
a bathroom with a shower and a toilet
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink toilet and shower
a en suite bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a view of walk in closet with clothes and shoes
a front view of a building with street view
a room with lots of chairs and mirrors
a view of a hallway with a dining table and chandelier
a view of a entryway door of the house
$599,000 | 226 West Rittenhouse Square, Unit 1501, Philadelphia, PA 19103
$599,000 | 226 West Rittenhouse Square, Unit 1501, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Listed By Compass

$599,000

2
Bedrooms
1,119
Square Feet

Michael Garden’s Transactions

Past Sales
$1,569,800 | 2039 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

$1,569,800

5
Bedrooms
3,800
Square Feet
0.04
Acres

$1,517,450

4
Bedrooms
4,040
Square Feet
0.05
Acres

$1,375,000

3
Bedrooms
2,743
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
a view of brick building with a window

$1,337,500

4
Bedrooms
2,700
Square Feet
0.05
Acres
$1,285,000 | 230 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

$1,285,000

3
Bedrooms
3,018
Square Feet
0.07
Acres
a living room with furniture fireplace and flat screen tv

$1,280,000

4
Bedrooms
2,875
Square Feet
0.02
Acres
$1,275,000 | 1007 Black Rock Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035

$1,275,000

5
Bedrooms
4,593
Square Feet
0.45
Acres
$1,250,000 | 764 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

$1,250,000

3
Bedrooms
3,018
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$1,225,000 | 2332 St Albans Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

$1,225,000

5
Bedrooms
2,052
Square Feet
0.02
Acres
$1,200,000 | 712 South Marvine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

$1,200,000

4
Bedrooms
2,727
Square Feet
0.02
Acres
$1,189,000 | 606 South 8th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

$1,189,000

4
Bedrooms
3,000
Square Feet
0.02
Acres
$1,180,000 | 514 South Darien Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

$1,180,000

3
Bedrooms
2,900
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
a front view of a building

$1,150,000

4
Bedrooms
2,730
Square Feet
0.02
Acres
a living room with furniture and a potted plant

$1,135,000

4
Bedrooms
2,730
Square Feet
0.02
Acres
$1,085,000 | 523 East Thompson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125

$1,085,000

3
Bedrooms
2,701
Square Feet
0.04
Acres
$1,050,000 | 1122 Earl Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125

$1,050,000

4
Bedrooms
3,600
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$1,050,000 | 861 North Leithgow Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123

$1,050,000

5
Bedrooms
3,600
Square Feet
0.03
Acres
$1,050,000 | 225 Mcclenaghan Mill Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096

$1,050,000

6
Bedrooms
4,079
Square Feet
1.21
Acres
Past Rentals
$23,495 | 8200 Flourtown Ave, Unit 6 | Philadelphia

$23,495

8200 Flourtown Ave, Unit 6

Philadelphia

$2,550 | 1023 Clinton Street, Unit 303, Philadelphia, PA 19107

$2,550

2
Bedrooms
1,225
Square Feet
$1,750 | 1035 Spruce Street, Unit 203, Philadelphia, PA 19107

$1,750

1
Bedrooms
990
Square Feet