Living in Philadelphia

This is one of our most fun sections on the site because it rounds up all the best things about living in Philadelphia—the city center, but also the surrounding suburbs. We also cover new laws and ordinances that might impact your life, upcoming events of note, and more.

Want to know the best parks in the city? We have you covered. A new street food festival or pop-up restaurant featuring a world-reknowned chef? We definitely have you covered there, too. Wondering about the latest developments on school zoning, new city taxes, and more? If the news impacts Philadelphia it will be found here!

We love our city and look forward to sharing with you the aspects of living in Philly, from food to culture to neighborhoods and more.

We hope you enjoy the information we offer! If we can help you in any way, please speak with one of our talented real estate agents, or directly contact the Center City Team office: 215.440.2093

December 26, 2017
christmas

A Visual Guide to Philadelphia Landmarks (Part 2)

  Boathouse Row: A historic site located on the east bank of the Schuylkill River, Boathouse Row is made up of a row of 15 boathouses housing social and rowing clubs and their racing shells. At night, its beautiful lights make for a romantic backdrop for strolling. Each of the boathouses has its own history, and each is at least […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 22, 2017

Philadelphia Carriage Horse Business to Shutter

A longtime Philadelphia business that provided horse-drawn carriage rides for tourists and visitors has been forced to close its doors following allegations that the carriage horses leading the business were being subject to abuse. Under an agreement finalized in Common Pleas Court on Thursday, Philadelphia Carriage Company announced that it will be discontinuing business on New Year’s Eve, just over […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 19, 2017

The Best Places in Philly to Get Engaged

With Christmas less than a week away and New Year’s Eve coming up right behind it, you can bet that there are many gentlemen (and heck, even some ladies) closely guarding the ultimate Christmas present: an engagement ring. The holiday season is one of the most popular times of the year to get engaged, giving competition to even Valentine’s Day. […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 18, 2017

A White Christmas for Philly This Year?

At this time of year, who isn’t dreaming (as the song goes) of a white Christmas? Even my relatives down in sunny Florida, where it is forecast right now to be 80+ degrees on Christmas Day, are jealous of us folks who actually get cold weather for the holidays. There’s something about snow and Christmas that just seem to go […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 15, 2017

Christmas Pop-Up Bar Offers Food, Drink, and Good Cheer

A Christmas-themed pop-up bar is ready to turn your holiday season merrier than ever. Tinsel Christmas Pop-up Bar is coming to town – and you need not wait until Christmas Eve to enjoy the treats you get here. The bar, located at 116 S. 12th Street, takes up the space vacated by the former Simpson’s Jewelry space. Bedecked in holiday […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 14, 2017
manger

Philadelphia Cow Escapes Manger Scene… Twice

No, you aren’t reading that headline wrong. Late last night, a 1,500 lb cow named “Stormy” escaped from her pen at an Old City church where she was starring in a nativity manger scene and meandered through the streets of Philadelphia, causing traffic delays and ridiculous antics with the baffled police. From what people can gather, Stormy first broke free […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 12, 2017

Basketball Stars Pay Off Philly Walmart Layaways for Christmas

Christmas is less than two weeks away. There are lights adorning people’s homes, Christmas trees peeking out of front windows, and snow blanketing the ground in the City of Brotherly Love. It definitely is noticeable that the holidays are upon us. The nearness of the most magical time of the year has people feeling generous towards the people in their […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 11, 2017

A Visual Guide to Philadelphia Landmarks (Part 1)

Eastern State Penitentiary: Operational from 1829 until 1971, this abandoned prison has been declared a historic landmark. At the time it was built, it was the largest and most expensive public structure in America, and its scale and design served as a model for more than 300 other prisons throughout the United States. The prison’s neo-Gothic architecture was intended to […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
December 6, 2017
solar power

A Major Milestone as Philly Goes Solar

Solar energy is the wave of the future. It’s clean, endlessly renewable, and, as technology and adoption of the energy method progress, it is becoming more affordable. The City of Brotherly Love is dedicated to getting solar energy to as many households as possible, as soon as can be managed. The driving force behind solarizing Philadelphia hit a major milestone […]
Do you like it?0
Read more
Prev page
1...3334353637...110
Next page