Philadelphia, PA

Old City

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Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$195K - $3.4M
For Sale on Trulia:
56 homes
Rent:
$1.3K - $8.9K
For Rent on Trulia:
393 homes
To Downtown Philadelphia:
7 minutes
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What Locals Say about Old City

At least 124 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say kids play outside

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say parking is easy

  • 30 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 26 % Say car is needed

  • 23 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Colinjstephen
    "The founding history of the country is on display for all to appreciate and combined with great dining and a variety of small businesses there’s a great deal to see and do."
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  • Colinjstephen
    "A lovely, walkable and historic neighborhood. I relocated from Brooklyn, NY 4+ years ago and I’m happy to have made the move. Located in the Center City Business District, the neighborhood is very keen to maintain its historic identity while being open to forward thinking growth. Plus, the neighborhood is home to some of the best restaurants in Philly in addition performing arts theaters and movie houses."
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  • Colinjstephen
    "Dogs are welcome, but please remember to always cleanup behind them and make room for other users of sidewalks."
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  • Trulia User
    "Where the area is convenient for me and my family safe and easy to transport back and forth to work."
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  • Trulia User
    "The parks, the river front, walk ability National Historical sites and fantastic educational facilities through the tertiary level."
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  • Perri A.
    "I've lived in Old City for 13 years and love it. It's much quieter than many places in the city. And now we have some really awesome new places: Riverwards Produce Market, Tuna Bar seafood restaurant, Old City Hardware, and more! It's a great place to live. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive to Delaware for work but other than that walking everywhere is best. Parking is really tough "
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  • Iovine10688
    "Old City is very safe and historical neighborhood. Close to the river and accessible to I-95. Blocks away from the birthplace of America. "
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  • Tanya V.
    "i just visited I've seen people be very polite and friendly. I love the houses and the neighborhood. it's very quiet and peaceful."
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  • Kelly T.
    "Old City is a wonderful place to live. It provides a community feel while being an urban environment. I’ve lived here for almost 15 years and it’s my very favorite Center City neighborhood. "
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  • Kelly T.
    "Young professionals, dog friendly and unique living spaces. I love it here! It is also an optimal location for avoiding typical center city headaches while being walking distance to them. "
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  • Kyara S.
    "Great experience staying in the neighborhood. Friendly neighborhood and walk ability a plus. Great restaurants and close to the water. "
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  • Lindsay B.
    "Historic and always well maintained. It has high quality small shops and some great go to restaurants. There are many tourists but you usually see familiar faces. If it wasn’t so expensive and the public schools in the zone were better, I would love to live here for good. It’s centrally so easy to get to other nice neighborhoods. "
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  • Kelly T.
    "Very dog friendly neighborhood with lots of options for parks. Biggest downside is keeping a constant and VERY close eye on what your dog is sniffing on the streets. "
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  • Tuyen T.
    "Nice, charming neighborhood with local eats, art galleries and boutiques. Parks and sidewalks are well maintained."
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  • Jamie P.
    "I don’t have children so my opinion may be lacking but the neighborhood seems safe as long as you avoid the northern section of 5th and Callowhill as there’s a section of homeless encampments there. "
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  • Pat317ny
    "Quick walk to either MFL or the buses on Market Street- easy to get around. Lots of Ubers too if you’re in a big hurry"
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  • Laura P.
    "Old City is one of the most romantic and charming neighborhoods in Philadelphia! Galleries spill open for First Friday, the piers on the waterfront are bustling with yoga, activities and markets in the summertime, and fine art + theater art abounds, as do Indie film showings. It’s the cobblestone heart of historic Philadelphia, rich with culture, museums, the regular colonial actor encounter, and some delicious restaurants. It’s downfall: not the best in terms of gyms of grocery stores! "
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  • Reneedonahue94
    "Lots of dog parks within walking distance. There are also free dog bags around. Your puppy is sure to make lots of friends. "
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  • Melvin.roach
    "I have worked in this neighborhood for over 20 years. I have seen changes for good and for the worse. "
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  • Joeym1852
    "This neighborhood isn’t so much for family’s, but pre-families. Newlyweds and first time home buyers. Pet friendly is an understatement. There are definitely more puppy’s than babies roaming the streets. Lots of amenities, close to transportation, rail and bus. Very safe. "
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  • Gina G. P.
    "Everyone has a dog! There are dog clean up stations on every block and several locally owned dog retail shops and shelters. "
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  • Alexrich17
    "I love this neighborhood because of the history, old brick buildings, trees and local parks as well as charming small businesses and boutiques. "
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  • Tindai
    "Nice neighborhood, convenient to a large options of restaurants and public transportations. Close to historic sites and museums "
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  • Gilberto A. K.
    "it's a wonderful neighborhood. lots of restaurants, museums, and historical sites. It's a busy area during the day and thought the night on weekends. street meter parking but easy public transportation. "
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  • Larry G.
    "I have lived in the neighborhood for 20 years. I have always felt safe . The streets are well lit. A great place to live. Three blocks from the Liberty Bell."
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  • Larry G.
    "not enough for parks, to much dog poop bags or some owners do not clean up after there did!! Dogs need a place to run around in the grass and play with other dogs and people "
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  • Katie O.
    "There are constantly dogs being walked in the neighborhood and many small parks within walking distance. "
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  • Krista B.
    "My work commute to King of Prussia is brutal. 76 is awful no matter what time of day. It takes on average an hour give or take a few minutes."
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  • Karissa P.
    "Lots of local shops and coffee shops, you feel very safe all the time. Very accessible to center city and it’s super quiet over here which I love. "
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  • Jenni W.
    "It's safe and friendly for children of all ages."
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  • Veronica S.
    "I love all the statues in Old Town."
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  • Bill H.
    "It's a nice place with lots of things to do and plenty of restaurants."
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  • Deborah P.
    "There are many historical sites, boutiques, and restaurants."
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  • Bill H.
    "The traffic can be pretty bad, and there's never parking."
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  • Deborah P.
    "It's essy to walk to and from places."
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  • Rob E.
    "There's a great mix of restaurants, shops, galleries, and history here. There's always something to do."
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