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

June 30, 2017
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Shark Tank Hopefuls Showed Off in Philadelphia

“Shark Tank” came to Philadelphia yesterday, and forward-thinking entrepreneurs were all over the opportunity, bringing their best products and ideas to the XFINITY Live! center. Some were so eager for their shot at a brush with stardom that they camped out at 7pm the evening before, just to be first in line when things got going on Wednesday. In total, […]
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June 29, 2017
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Philadelphia Airport Shows Off Historical Landmarks

For the next year, travelers going through Philadelphia International Airport will get a good look at the landmarks that make the city great, all in one place. Yesterday, a new exhibit was unveiled in Terminal A-East that shows photographs and history on the City of Brotherly Love’s 67 National Historic Landmarks. Photos both past and current of the “homes, hospitals, […]
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June 27, 2017
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Wildlife Photographer’s Work on Display at the PMA

The work of Michael “Nick” Nichols, a famed wildlife photographer and photojournalist, is currently on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMA). The exhibit, called “Wild: Michael Nichols” shows off some of the artist’s most notable works. “Wild” spans Nichols’ career, encompassing his work for National Geographic and other magazines, as well as other examples of  how he defies […]
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June 26, 2017
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Even More Cool Stuff You (Probably) Didn’t Know About Philadelphia: Part 3

Who doesn’t love a rousing round of Philadelphia trivia? We’ve got all your facts about the City of Brotherly Love right here. You can check out previous installments of this series here and here. Philadelphia has a lot of history. Of course, it was the nation’s first capital city. But Philly is a city FULL of firsts. In the United […]
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June 22, 2017
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Philadelphia Commits to Fully Renewable Energy by 2035

Philadelphia has joined over 100 cities across America in making a commitment to renewable energy in the wake of Donald Trump’s decision to reject the Paris climate accord. Mayor Jim Kenney has pledged that, by the year 2035, all of Philly’s energy will come from renewable sources. Right now, energy used by buildings and industry in Philadelphia accounts for 79 […]
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June 21, 2017
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New Bill Bans Conversion Therapy for Philadelphia Minors

A new bill will safeguard the sexuality of LGBTQ youth in Philadelphia by banning “conversion therapy” for those under the age of 18. As reported by the Daily Philadelphian, the Philadelphia City Council’s Committee on Public Health and Human Services passed the bill recently. Once it goes into effect, mental health providers (licensed or otherwise) will be barred from attempting […]
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June 20, 2017

Philly to Offer Lower Water Bills to Low-Income Households

In a move that would make it the first city in the country to do so, Philadelphia is planning to roll out a program that will drastically lower water bills for low-income households. The plan is designed not only to give the poor lower utility costs, but also to deal with the city’s overwhelming utility delinquency problem.   The program, […]
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June 19, 2017
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Blink Fitness Brings Innovative Gym Model to Philly

The fitness-minded folks of Philadelphia will soon have a new place to get their workout on. Expanding outside of their native New York for the first time, Blink Fitness is opening locations in both North and South Philly. Blink is an innovative gym with a groundbreaking philosophy: “Mood Above Muscle.” It’s based on the idea that people workout to feel […]
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June 16, 2017
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New Colors in Pride Flag Spark Mixed Feelings in LGBTQ Community

Every member of the LGBTQ community and ally is used to seeing the Pride flag, with its defiantly bright rainbow colors. A redesigned Pride flag flew outside City Hall during a recent event, and some members of the community are reacting with mixed emotions. Stripes of brown and black have been added to the rainbow flag, a move that proponents […]
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