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

February 28, 2018

Philadelphia Aims for Greater Gun Safety With Buyback Event

Gun safety is a major national concern right now. A recent school shooting in Florida, where the state House of Representatives just voted to arm teachers in the classroom, has sparked a national debate on who should be allowed to own guns, and what kind, and how many. Philadelphia is taking its own steps towards gun control by starting its […]

February 22, 2018

Former Kresge’s Store in Center City Being Restored to Art Deco Glory

A building that once housed a thriving five-and-dime store in Center City is having its Art Deco facade restored by its new owner. The former Kresge’s building on the 1500 block of Chestnut Street was once one of many five-and-dime stores to serve the consumers of downtown Philadelphia. This type of shop, which was bigger than a druggist’s but smaller […]

February 22, 2018

Girl Scout Cookies and Booze at Center City Distillery

It’s that time of year again! And no, I don’t mean “that lull between Valentine’s Day chocolate and Easter candy where you have to wear green.” It’s Girl Scout cookie time! I myself have already hit up my favorite little trooper and currently have a dozen boxes of Samoas, Thin Mints, Do-Si-Dos, those lemony half-moon ones, and the new S’mores […]

February 21, 2018

Philadelphia Zoo’s Polar Bear, Oldest in America, Dies

A much-beloved polar bear by the name of Coldilocks had to be put to sleep due to health-related concerns. A resident of the Philadelphia Zoo, Coldilocks’ passing made national news because she was the oldest polar bear in the whole United States. She was euthanized on Monday due to a serious decline in her health as a result of her […]

February 20, 2018

Bring on the Aww’s With Pet Yoga in Philadelphia

What do you get when you combine a satisfying workout with the incredible relaxation and joy you feel being surrounded by adorable puppies or kitties? The answer is pet yoga, and it’s an emerging trend in Philadelphia. Stacia Nero, a yoga instructor at Fishtown’s Amrita Yoga and Wellness and Queen Village’s Three Queens studios, told the Philadelphia Inquirer that pet […]

February 19, 2018

Could Center City Enact Congestion Pricing?

The city of New York has been making headlines lately as they consider enacting something called congestion pricing. The main commercial districts of Manhattan are so clogged, so choked with motorists, that it makes sense on paper to start charging drivers for access to these streets during peak traffic hours. The purpose is twofold: not only will the fee discourage […]

February 15, 2018

Philly Piles on the Romance in US Rankings

Philadelphia is a pretty romantic place. We don’t have the nickname of “the City of Brotherly Love” for no reason. Okay, so maybe not just fraternal love. Philly is a city rich in amor. And I’m not speaking from a place of bias. We really know how to do romance ’round these parts. It’s official: grocery delivery service Instacart named […]

February 14, 2018

Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s What to LOVE About Philly!

Is it possible to have a love affair with a city? I’m here to argue that yes, it is. Valentine’s Day is a celebration of affection, tenderness, and devotion, all of which are things that those who live in the City of Brotherly Love (see? It’s right there in the nickname!) have for the wonderful place we call Philadelphia. As […]

February 13, 2018

Eagles Superbowl Win Has Been Great for Philly Economy

It turns out that having your home team win the biggest event in professional sports is awesome for more reasons than just bragging rights and free beer. The Philadelphia Eagles’ historic win against the New England Patriots in Superbowl LII has turned out to be a blockbuster for the city’s economy, from booked hotels to tons of swag purchases to […]