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

October 26, 2015

Philadelphia Celebrates Day of Kindness

The City of Philadelphia was supposed to be celebrating a visit from His Holiness the Dalai Lama today and tomorrow, as part of the joyous occasion surrounding him being given the Liberty Medal for peace and compassion. Unfortunately, the Dalai Lama was unable to travel to the United States as scheduled, due to health complications. Philadelphia is going ahead today […]

October 23, 2015

Report Tracks Effects of Gentrification in Philadelphia

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 22, 2015

Cheesesteak Festival Comes to Philadelphia

No matter how long you’ve been a resident of Philadelphia, there’s still nothing quite like a classic Philly cheesesteak. Whether you prefer Cheese Whiz or melted American, wit’ or wit’out, if you are reading this then there’s a high likelihood that you appreciate the artistry that goes into this Philadelphia classic. Coming this Saturday to the parking lot of Lincoln […]

October 21, 2015

Housing Market Soars in Philadelphia

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 20, 2015

Work Starts On 2016 DNC

The Democratic National Convention isn’t until next July, but for those putting the event together, the work starts now. This week, organizers set up office in Philadelphia to start planning for the event, a massive undertaking that requires an immense staff and several months of preparation to get off the ground. The work is being done under the oversight of […]

October 19, 2015

Philadelphia News Briefs: 10/19/15

1.) Snakes on a bus! Well, just one snake, that is. It sounds like a ripoff of an infamous action movie, but it was a very real situation for the riders of a SEPTA bus yesterday afternoon. A 4-foot long boa constrictor escaped its owner and became loose on the bus, provoking panic and an eventual evacuation. The snake’s owner, […]

October 15, 2015

Bagels Boom in Philadelphia

You might not know it, but bagels are kind of a big deal. Certain areas of the country – New York City, most prominently – are known for the diversity and deliciousness of their rounded bread products, and those that love bagels tend to dismiss inferior iterations with a carb-y snobbishness. Unfortunately, until fairly recently, Philadelphia has been something of […]

October 13, 2015

Kohl’s Brings Same-Day Delivery to Philadelphia

It’s hard to believe, but the holiday season is right around the seasonal corner. Kohl’s, a popular department store, is expanding same-day delivery service into Philadelphia and a host of other cities, just in time for the Christmas shopping rush. The hope is that the same-day service will make online shopping more appealing to consumers. Kohl’s runs more than fifteen […]

October 12, 2015

Philadelphia Prepares for 2016 DNC

Philadelphia got some serious practice handling a major event with the pope’s visit. Now, the city and the Secret Service have their eyes set on their next major collaboration: the 2016 Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC will take place during July 25 – 28 next summer at the Wells Fargo Center. It is a major bash for Democrats, who […]