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Philadelphia housing market perks up

Looks like the Philadelphia housing market is finally on the rebound. For the first time in two years, home sales in the Philly area are recording double-digit growth, according to data released by local Realtors tracking the industry. With interest rates that are ideal for first time home buyers and plenty of great deals available, [...]

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Welcome your guests with warmth and humor

What’s the first thing that people notice when they find your apartment? Maybe the number, since that is what they’re looking for, but what sets your rental apart from all of the other units on the hall? If the answer is “nothing,” I recommend taking a second look at the way you’re welcoming guests. A [...]

Great amenities to be found at Philadelphia apartments

What makes a great Philadelphia apartment? Is it a good view, walkability to restaurants, top-notch building security? A fancy lobby, swimming pool, swanky fitness center? Maybe it’s great neighbors or just a good neighborhood? We looked at the many listings for Philadelphia apartments found on RentCafe to come up with this list of things you [...]

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Best sports bars in Philly for watching the Super Bowl

Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday at these awesome locations! DO NOT host a Super Bowl viewing in your apartment. You’ll be cleaning bean dip and beer out of your furniture for weeks. You’ll have “that guy” unconscious on your couch well into Monday morning and do you trust him in your place after you [...]

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Young and free in Philadelphia’s Yorktown

If you’re looking for a lifestyle that offers a vibrant young social culture as well as entrenched Philadelphia values, Yorktown is worth a look. This Philadelphia neighborhood has been the site of controversy over increased student residency, which resulted in a lawsuit settled in favor of single-family homeowners last year. Passionate neighborhood advocates are always [...]

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5 Unique Philly shops for decorating your pad

Decorating a new apartment is an adventure that some of us would rather avoid. Turning the mis-matched furniture and secondhand accessories into a spread from Better Homes and Gardens simply doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Find just what you need to decorate your Philadelphia apartment at these local home furnishing stores. Antiques If you’re starting [...]

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Is your community “unfit for human habitation?”

Even seasoned apartment hunters miss tale-tale signs of a neglected property. Learn a few tricks to help you sleep easy in your new place by learning from others’ mistakes. A 400 unit apartment complex just outside of Philadelphia was recently labeled as “unfit” for human habitation. The culprit was not asbestos, mold, or an infestation [...]