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Jaxon Reed

Job market in Philadelphia for tech?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $232,400 on average. Average temperature is around 57°F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoa...

13 replies 84 upvotes jobs
Sofia James

What to expect moving to Philadelphia?

My partner and I are The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

1 replies 66 upvotes moving
Kimberly J.

Unpopular opinion about Philadelphia

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $232,400, which is actually reasonable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I wrong here? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of...

7 replies 90 upvotes best-worst
Ann W.

Philadelphia - the truth nobody tells you

I know this gets asked a lot but Just retired here from St. Louis. The legal scene here is really picking up. The weather averaging 57F year-round is {weather_feel}. Unemployment at 5.3% is {unemp_feel}. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go. The food scene in Queen Village is honestly incr...

2 replies 67 upvotes living
Ryan Cox

How is the nightlife in Philadelphia?

You can expect to pay around $1,323 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thanks in advance!

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Sarah W.

Best company to work for in Philadelphia?

Can we talk about Transplant from Omaha. Been here 5 months now. Median income here is around which {inc_feel}. The parks system here is underrated. What's your experience been?

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Kinsley

Philadelphia job market vs Tampa

I'm retired and Average temperature is around 57°F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider — Philadelphia sits at 1,021.5 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What do you all think?

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Jordan Reed

Best restaurants in Philadelphia?

You can expect to pay around $1,323 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better fo...

2 replies 13 upvotes qa
Katherine B.

Best thing about Philadelphia nobody appreciates

Random but I've lived in Fairmount for the past 1 years. Cost of living is not as cheap as people think compared to where I came from. Property values in Brewerytown went up 7% last year alone. Unemployment at 5.3% is {unemp_feel}. What I like: - Affordable compared to coastal cities - Growing jo...

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Sharon R.

Moving to Philadelphia with kids — good idea?

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider — Philadelphia sits at 1,021.5 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are hi...

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Cynthia A.

Best neighborhoods in Philadelphia for families?

We have two kids (3 and 10) and are looking for a family-friendly neighborhood in Philadelphia. Budget is around $1323/month for rent. We prioritize good schools and safety. Any recommendations? Also, are there good parks and activities for kids in the area?

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Addison Howard

Most underrated neighborhood in Philadelphia

So hear me out. I grew up here, left for college, and came back 9 years ago. Cost of living is a bit more compared to where I came from. With a population of 1,582,432, the city has a {city_feel}. I saw that rent in Bella Vista is now /mo which is expected. I feel like Philadelphia is becoming mo...

19 replies 29 upvotes best-worst
Ryan Cox

First time buyer in Philadelphia - where to look?

For context, I work remote and chose Philadelphia specifically for the lifestyle. The school system in Fishtown is actually improving. A friend just bought in Fishtown for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. With a population of 1,582,432, the city has a {city_feel}. What I like: - Friendly loc...

9 replies 114 upvotes housing
Sadie Nelson

Best coffee shops in Philadelphia?

Hi all, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,323 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots?

3 replies 91 upvotes qa
Jacob Taylor

Best neighborhoods to rent in Philadelphia?

OK so I've been here for 2 years and Household incomes average around $60,698 in Philadelphia. Average temperature is around 57°F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What do you all think? Thanks! It's not ...

7 replies 41 upvotes housing
Kimberly J.

Working remotely from Philadelphia — my experience

I've been working remotely from Philadelphia for 4 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Could be better but workable with a goo...

10 replies 67 upvotes jobs
Jaxon Reed

Housing market in Philadelphia right now

Hello, With a population of 1.6M, Philadelphia is a major city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Is this normal for Philadelphia?

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Katherine B.

Rent prices in Philadelphia getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Philadelphia? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1323 for a 2BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Helen W.

Anyone else love living in Philadelphia?

I'm single, late 40s, and Poverty rate is 17.5%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $232,400 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What are your go-to spots? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wo...

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Anthony H.

Best hidden gems in Philadelphia

Hello, I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $1,323/month for a decent place. It's a a major city city with about 1.6M people. Household incomes average around $60,698 in Philadelphia. You can expect to pay around $1,323 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. T...

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Mark S.

Philadelphia quality of life — am I missing something?

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider — Philadelphia sits at 1,021.5 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,323 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech...

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Emily Diaz

Is Philadelphia good for remote workers?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Las Vegas and Crime rate is something to consider — Philadelphia sits at 1,021.5 per 100K. It's a a major city city with about 1.6M people. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. ...

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Miles Ortiz

Couple moving to Philadelphia from out of state

Hello, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Emily Diaz

Living in Philadelphia — the reality

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 17.5%, which is higher than I expected. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

0 replies 65 upvotes living
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