According to the most recent National Association of Realtors’ annual profile of buyers and sellers, 51% of baby boomers who buy a home are looking to downsize. For those looking for amenities and walkability in retirement, look no further than a center city, Philadelphia neighborhood! 17% of all first-time buyers are buying in urban areas. This is usually due to younger buyers wanting smaller Continue Reading
Neighborhood Amenities: Bringing Fresh Food to Philadelphia
Living in a city has a TON of benefits. Access to large grocery stores with tons of parking, though, is not usually one of them. Recently, many Philadelphia neighborhoods have seen a development of desirable grocery stores, like Trader Joes or Whole Foods, that offer residents fresh product and lots of choice. Residents of other neighborhoods, though, including those outside of Center City, may Continue Reading
Neighborhood Spotlight: Graduate Hospital
Graduate Hospital, a neighborhood west of Broad Street and South of South Street, bordering Center City, is often considered a great location for first time home buyers. Why consider Graduate Hospital? It has a lot of desirable features of the other bustling neighborhoods in the middle of Philadelphia, but with its own unique vibe. Here’s what you need to know! Graduate Hospital’s Continue Reading
Considering Neighborhood Infrastructure When Buying Your First Home
If you’re a first time home buyer in any city, state or community, there’s likely a list of things you want to consider in your new home. Size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, condition, and perhaps neighborhood schools likely top the list. Others have more specific requirements, like finished basements, home offices, garages or yard space. But if you are buying in a city like Philadelphia, Continue Reading
