Real Estate Advice
When you’re buying or selling a home, it helps you understand not only the local real estate market, but some of the national trends that may effect your home selling or buying journey.
Our experienced team of real estate agents bring decades of collective experience to the table and regularly use this section of the website to offer their best tips and advice for sellers and buyers.
We hope you enjoy the advice we offer here! For an analysis of your home’s value or for help finding the right property in the Philly area, speak with one of our talented real estate agents or directly contact the CenterCityTeam office: 215.440.2093
November 16, 2015
Fitler Square is one of Philadelphia’s most-desired addresses – and now, a brand new condo building will give you a new option in luxury living. One Riverside is located at 210-20 S. 25th Street, an easy walk to Rittenhouse Square, the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, 30th Street Station, CHOP, and more. Every Philadelphian knows that it is all about […]
October 23, 2015
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia released a study lately on the effects of gentrification – the process by which an area or neighborhood becomes more upscale or affluent by an influx of middle- or upper class residents into what used to be poor areas. Since Philadelphia is the 12th-most gentrified city in the United States, it makes sense to […]
October 21, 2015
Nothing but good news is coming out of the Philadelphia housing market. A report by Drexel University showed that this past summer marked the best quarter for Philly real estate since before the Great Recession. Growth was most noticeable in the part of the market with very expensive homes, those costing more than $1 million. Researcher Kevin Gillen, writing a […]
October 8, 2015
Paying cash for a home purchase is a wonderful thing – if you can afford it. It is just a matter of common sense that many consumers cannot pony up that much bank when it comes time to purchase real estate. Survey data shows that, across America, reality is living up to that expectation: cash home sales have been steadily […]
July 16, 2015
There’s nothing like a gorgeous, roomy home – especially when it’s in Center City. Today’s CENTERfold is a complete beauty. 2031 Spruce Street features six bedrooms and four bathrooms spread over an incredible 4,000+ square feet of living space. A tribute to elegance, this home is a class act all the way through. Built in 1915, it is imbued with […]
July 8, 2015
Sometimes, while browsing homes for sale, I encounter a listing so unique and with so much pizzazz that I can’t help posting about it. This funky/sexy/cool loft fits the bill exactly. Located in the Arch Street Exchange building a few steps away from the Reading Terminal Market, this condo couldn’t ask for a more ideal Center City location. Airy, light, […]
June 24, 2015
Look around Center City’s retail scene, and what do you see? You’re likely to notice plenty of “discount” retailers like H&M, Century 21, Marshall’s, and Nordstrom Rack. More may be coming soon: Neiman Marcus’ Last Call and Saks’ Off 5th are said to be interested in moving in. You’ll soon see a spate of outlets available at Fashion Outlets of […]
June 10, 2015
One of the few disadvantages of living in the big city? You don’t really get the same outdoor space that one enjoys when they live in the suburbs or country. There isn’t an abundance of free room to sit, relax, and get the fresh air. Today in the CENTERfold, however, I’ve found an exception. Say hello to 440 S. Broad […]
June 1, 2015
Who doesn’t love a gorgeous Rittenhouse Square condo with great views and amazing style? Today in the CENTERfold we’re checking out 237-47 S. 18th Street #5BC. It’s a cumbersome address for such a lovely piece of real estate! With 5,000 square feet of living space, it’s certain that nobody is going to want for room to move around. This home […]