Ultimate Renter’s Blog
What is a Cable-Ready Apartment?
While there are plenty of internet-based TV streaming services today such as Hulu, NetFlix, Disney+, many people still prefer good old-fashioned cable for things like watching sports and listening to the news. Have you ever seen an apartment listing that says...
What are the Greenest Neighborhoods in Philadelphia?
What are the ‘greenest’ areas or neighborhoods in Philadelphia? Green spaces are most often associated with images of quiet areas in which one can relax or engage in individual or group physical activities like running or biking, but greenery provides much more....
How to Find an Apartment with a Balcony in Philadelphia
Are you looking for an apartment with a balcony in Philadelphia? Hard to blame you. Having a beautiful tranquil outdoor space for your relaxation and entertainment can be great. This guide will help you find an apartment with a balcony in Philadelphia – Understand the...
List of Addresses to Update When Moving
When you move into a new place, you need your mail to follow you. But how do you update a list of addresses when moving? The best approach to updating a list of addresses is a systematic one, where you write down a list of all the possible addresses, and check them...
How to find a quiet apartment?
Most people are sensitive to noise. One of the most important items, to all renters is finding a quiet apartment. Finding a quiet apartment is easy if you understand the internal and external factors that create noise and those design features which can control noise....
Benefits of Living near Pennypack Park
Where exactly is Pennypack Park? Pennypack Park is located in Northeast Philadelphia and is part of the Philadelphia Parks & Recreation system. The park is bisected by Pennypack Creek. Pennypack Park is the third largest park system in the city spanning 1,600...
How to Find Apartments with Parking in Philadelphia
So you are in the market for an apartment in Philadelphia? Only a small fraction (about 20%) of Apartment Buildings in Philadelphia have On-Site Parking (1). Although this number seems low, and of course may not be perfect, one can reasonably conclude that most...
10 Places to ‘Shop Local’ in Philly
Shopping locally is a great way to support your fellow neighbors and the greater Philadelphia community at large. By shopping locally, you are helping not only the local business owner and their staff, but you are putting dollars indirectly into the community, and...
Are you looking for an apartment duplex?
Are you looking for an apartment duplex to rent? This definitive apartment duplex article will help answer all your questions, including what is a duplex, how is a duplex different from an apartment, what are the benefits, what are the downsides, and how to find an...
Northeast Philadelphia Restaurant Guide
Dubbed by food critics as one of the best places to try diverse food, Northeast Philly’s restaurant list is a can’t miss. The diversity of Northeast Philly’s 500,000 residents has resulted in a flurry of local mom and pop restaurants, regional chains, and emerging...
Top NE Philly: Middle Eastern and Israeli Restaurants
What are the top Middle Eastern and Israeli restaurants in Northeast Philly? While there are lists of “Top 10” restaurants in NE Philadelphia, this is the seventh part of our comprehensive guide to restaurants in the Northeast. It covers top Middle Eastern and Israeli...
Top NE Philly: South American, Mexican, Caribbean, and Portuguese Restaurants
What are the top South American, Mexican, Caribbean, and Portuguese restaurants in Northeast Philly? While there are lists of “Top 10” restaurants in NE Philadelphia, this is the sixth part of our comprehensive guide to restaurants in the Northeast. It covers the top ...