Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods, with each neighborhood having its own character and flavor. The following is a description of neighborhoods as well as apartments that residents live in. (Please note - this is by no means a complete listing of apartments or neighborhoods in Philadelphia)
- West Philly – The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (aka HUP) is located in West Philadelphia.
- Powelton – a small, quaint village in the sweet spot between Drexel University and Mantua.
- University City – from Chinese to Ethiopian food, and from gyms to Rave Cinema, it has a lot to offer.
- Center City – The downtown portion of Philadelphia with boundaries from the Delaware to Schyulkill Rivers.
- Rittenhouse Square – the geographical and cultural heart of Center City. This neighborhood has apartment buildings and (expensive) homes, shopping, businesses, and lots of yummy food.
- Graduate Hospital – is just south of Rittenhouse Square, while still in Center City. Populated by a nice mix of young professionals, young families, and locals.
- Filter Square – also a more residential part of center city, but is still very close to the action surrounding Rittenhouse Square.
- Society Hill – just south of Old City and north of Queen Village. It is a primarily residential area made up of the old historic brownstone homes from the 1700s.
- Olde City – the historical district where America was born. Independence Hall, Constitution Center and Liberty Bell.
- South Philadelphia – home of the world's best cheesesteaks, great pretzels, mom-and-pop Italian restaurants and the Italian market.
- Passyunk Square – a wonderful living space that is a vibrant area with many new restaurants cropping up, a dog park, playgrounds, and an exciting shopping district.
- Northern Liberties – located just north of Old City, this neighborhood has seen significant growth in the last 5 years.
- Fairmount/Art Museum – holds many iconic landmarks including the famous Art Museum, a beautiful riverside running trail, and 9,200 acres of grass and bike paths in Fairmont Park.