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November 26, 2014

Talking “Philly Pro Tips” With Reddit

I always enjoy a spin through r/Philadelphia, Reddit’s subforum dedicated to all things Philly. The “subreddit” (to use the local terminology) is lively, and the discussions there often generate some of the best information on the net regarding the City of Brotherly Love. Yesterday, user abootypatooty asked “What are some ‘Philly Pro Tips’ that most people might not already know […]

November 3, 2014

Hudson Hotel Proposed For 17th and Chancellor

There might soon be a gorgeous new boutique hotel in Center City. Per a proposal submitted by Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, the 300-room Hudson Hotel could rise at the corner of 17th Street and Chancellor. It would replace Little Pete’s, the iconic diner known as a local late-night hangout, as well as a run-down eyesore of a parking garage. It would […]

October 21, 2014

The CENTERfold: Ballin’ In the Barclay Suite

Get ready to fall in love! Today’s CENTERfold is a very special one. The Barclay Unit takes up no less than three “hotel units” (C, D, and E) with its extraordinary European flair and classic architectural details. It was entirely renovated in 2001. Sporting four bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms over 3,000 square feet, you won’t want for room to roam. […]

October 17, 2014

Freaky Historical Philly: Where to Get Your Creep On This October

Can you believe that Halloween is in two weeks? I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to set the mood! Luckily, Philly is the perfect place to get in the spirit. Owing to the city’s long and eventful history, there are several locations that either have a morbid backstory or are rumored to be haunted. All of the following […]

October 13, 2014

When “The Raven” Flew Over Spring Garden: On Poe’s Time In Philly

Dear Baltimore – Let’s get one thing straight. Edgar Allan Poe is ours. You may have his body, but no1curr about some dusty old bones. Kindest regards, Philadelphia. Okay, time to be serious. Well, I mean, that was serious – Philly has, and always will have, the better claim over Poe. But I’m getting ahead of myself. It’s October, month […]

October 9, 2014

New Ultra-Luxe Tower Is Only Philly Developer’s Latest

How does a (very expensive) condo tower not slated for completion until Spring of 2017 already have over a dozen reservations? The answer is one that takes a little while to explain. The tower in question is called 500 Walnut. It’s the baby of developer Tom Scannapieco, who has been single-handedly responsible for the super-high-end revolution in Center City real […]

September 18, 2014

The Thursday Five: Gorgeous Center City Kitchens Under $600k

They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home, and I’m a believer. From everyday family meals around the dinner table to holiday feasts, some of our best memories happen in the kitchen. Sounds sappy, but it’s completely true! There’s a reason that kitchen renos rank in the top five value-adds for those selling a home – we […]

September 16, 2014

Do You Wanna Buy a High Rise?

[That title was totally meant to be sung a la this earworm from Frozen, obviously. Special thanks to my nieces and nephews, who still haven’t had their fill of the damn movie after almost a year!] There’s a big ol’ building for sale in Center City right now, and it’s not even residential. 1515 Market St. is on the block, […]

September 12, 2014

Weekend Open House Roundup 9/12 – 14: Rockin’ Rittenhouse

This weekend brings us back to one of my favorite Center City neighborhoods, Rittenhouse Square! Not for nothing is Rittenhouse considered one of Philly’s best nabes – the homes are beautiful and meticulously maintained, the streets are lovely, and you are always within footsteps of world-class entertainment, dining, and shopping! 1725 Lombard Street 4 beds / 3 baths, 1,887 sqft. […]