I grew up in South Jersey Suburbs. Married 1998 moved to Center City. Divorced and living in High Rise. I not only love this City I know I will never leave. It's a Big City in Little City's body. So many unique ethnic flavors and open to all Cultures. Raised my daughter in the Gayborhood. I think her first words were "Drag Queen". Movies, Museums and Theater all within a couple blocks from me. And NYC a short train ride away. Great City!!
I have lived in Philly for 3 years now. I am from Erie,. I do enjoy Philly, however, its too sunny and warm for me. The summers are horrendous. It rarely rains and snows here. I like gloomy weather and thunderstorms..
im from dallas fort and landed in philly just to complete my nba bucketlist. Dallas is such a car centric city that even to go to convivence store may take a drive ( for me this is the downside of dfw). So I stayed in center city chinatown and Im big on public transportation this area seems perfect as I have yet to find a major city that matches dallas in terms of rent. Food OMG everything in center city is amazing. Everything mentioned here is the reason I am seriously considering relocation
Everyone here is mentioning how it’s a dump. And, it’s really not. Don’t be small minded. There are such great and beautiful parts in every city. Philly isn’t a dump if you’re thinking about moving. Be wise on where you decide to live and you’ll be fine :)
Absolutely agree. I have lived in NW Philadelphia for a good 40 years. You can not beat the medical care, the Universities , the wonderful architecture.
The place is a cesspool and I was born and raised in Philly. I moved away five years ago, thank God. Expensive, crime-ridden, tax heavy, traffic, cold winters, and the people aren't that friendly anymore.
I lived in Philadelphia all my life. The only good thing about Philly is the weather. it doesn't snow as much in the winter like it used to and we don't get the big rain storm. But the city is over crowded. dirty and filthy. crime is so bad even the police have given up and leaving the city. the drug problem is so bad the drug addicts are moving in to Philadelphia from all over the country because of lack of police intervention. The homeless problem is so bad it is causing businesses to shut down and move out and generating more crime. Another problem that the police can't handle in the city of Philadelphia and is out of control is traffic In Philadelphia dirt bikes R/V and bad and poor drivers is a problem in the spring and warm weather take over the highway and putting people lives in danger. THAT PHILADELPHIA
Philly is a great city and somewhat safe if you live in a good neighborhood which are expensive, but not uber expensive like NY, DC or Boston. You will not find a good public school even in an expensive neighborhood because all those slots are taken. So factor private school tuition into your equation.
Not true - yes, there aren’t many good public schools in Philadelphia proper, but there are some, especially for smart kids: Masterman, School of the Arts, String Theory.
@@thomasceneri867 I stand corrected there are a few good public schools outside the neighborhood catchement system. Masterman, CAPA you have named. Years ago there were several more such schools of this nature which admitted students based on merit. Some schools such as Central and Girls High were actually nationally ranked public schools like NYC's Bronx School for Science and Stuyvesant. I dont think they are ranked that high today and still recommend anyone thinking of moving to Philadelphia with a young family set aside money for private/parochial education.
Only move here if your already made. This video only showed the nice places. Philadelphia is huge and if you walk into the wrong nieghbohood( which is not hard) you will get jacked. Prices are low because you can buy a crack house for 17,000 in the hood. I like how whit washed this video is.
You develop the NYC accent . It's only a 3 hour commute to NYC. Good cheese steak. You might end up in NYC because of the cheesecake. Forgehh aboud it.
Philadelphia hasn't "developed" its accent (of English language) after/based on that of New York; it's precisely because of the proximity of the two cities (to each other), that the (local) accent of the English language has evolved (very) similarly.
If my parents had me move to Philadelphia i would be outraged immediately I'd rather stay in Sacramento California i wouldn't get myself in a situation in that city in Pennsylvania i might as well move to reno Nevada 😂 I'm not leaving California any time soon
They forgot to mention the huge tax on soda. The fact you're paying eight percent sales tax on anything you buy, not six percent. The fact that you can get shot and killed just walking down the road. That is, if you don't get run over. I have clients that have moved to the city and I. Refuse to go there and work for them. No parking. If I do find parking. It's far away. And no matter what I always end up getting a ticket so I just don't go to the city.
@Dr Joseph O'Donnell where in particular that is area specifically are u refering to. Compared to a third world country would you have a different option
Born and raised west philly Very racist and segregated And dangerous but everywhere is now days I left moved to NYC People in philly are sports crazed The food there is great
As a white guy when I visit Philly I usually only feel unwanted by black people. My dad was in a Wendy's and was asked what he was doing in that neighborhood. You get stares if you go into West Philly and you're white. Unfortunately the most racist people you'll often find in the city are black people not wanting white people there.
@@GG-ql4fd Philly is beautiful in some areas It is changing a lot of new Yorker Have moved there But it is racist as hell especially toward Black Males but then again every where is
I live in Ny westchester county and it’s getting more expensive every day. I live with my parents but would like to move on my own next year. I cannot afford to live in Ny on my own so I’m exploring my options. Also I’d like to inverse in real estate and pa has a wide market. Plus it’s not crowded like Ny!
You must be hella well off to be able to move to NYC. Believe me, I know NYC is THE best city in the world, but it's absolutely unaffordable to live there without a 6 figure salary.
shut up, get off your high horse. Philly is, was, and always will be that blue collar scrappy underdog of a city. There is a lot to do and each neighborhood is like it's own city itself. Crime is everywhere in american, but Philly really is a great place
🙏 Killadelphia is hell on earth and the ones who intend to move there are foolish. Especially the ones who think they’ll find Happiness and think it’s a safer place for their children
I grew up in South Jersey Suburbs. Married 1998 moved to Center City. Divorced and living in High Rise. I not only love this City I know I will never leave. It's a Big City in Little City's body. So many unique ethnic flavors and open to all Cultures. Raised my daughter in the Gayborhood. I think her first words were "Drag Queen". Movies, Museums and Theater all within a couple blocks from me. And NYC a short train ride away. Great City!!
this footage is like 12 years old. update now!
Philladelphia is a beautiful city of America. I shall wish to go Philladelphia in life.
I've been here since 1997 and I'm getting the hell out of here as fast as I can
I have lived in Philly for 3 years now. I am from Erie,. I do enjoy Philly, however, its too sunny and warm for me. The summers are horrendous. It rarely rains and snows here. I like gloomy weather and thunderstorms..
Sunshine would be a plus for me
You just listed a perk of living here to everyone else
You say this on every video about Philly
Is Philly safe?
Then, perhaps, London, or Boston would be more suitable for you 🤔
im from dallas fort and landed in philly just to complete my nba bucketlist. Dallas is such a car centric city that even to go to convivence store may take a drive ( for me this is the downside of dfw). So I stayed in center city chinatown and Im big on public transportation this area seems perfect as I have yet to find a major city that matches dallas in terms of rent. Food OMG everything in center city is amazing. Everything mentioned here is the reason I am seriously considering relocation
Did you end up moving to PA?
Everyone here is mentioning how it’s a dump. And, it’s really not. Don’t be small minded. There are such great and beautiful parts in every city. Philly isn’t a dump if you’re thinking about moving. Be wise on where you decide to live and you’ll be fine :)
Absolutely agree. I have lived in
NW Philadelphia for a good 40 years. You can not beat the medical care, the Universities , the wonderful architecture.
@@lawriefoster5587 And the crime, traffic, drugs, and lousy weather.
The place is a cesspool and I was born and raised in Philly. I moved away five years ago, thank God. Expensive, crime-ridden, tax heavy, traffic, cold winters, and the people aren't that friendly anymore.
I lived in Philadelphia all my life. The only good thing about Philly is the weather. it doesn't snow as much in the winter like it used to and we don't get the big rain storm. But the city is over crowded. dirty and filthy. crime is so bad even the police have given up and leaving the city. the drug problem is so bad the drug addicts are moving in to Philadelphia from all over the country because of lack of police intervention. The homeless problem is so bad it is causing businesses to shut down and move out and generating more crime. Another problem that the police can't handle in the city of Philadelphia and is out of control is traffic In Philadelphia dirt bikes R/V and bad and poor drivers is a problem in the spring and warm weather take over the highway and putting people lives in danger. THAT PHILADELPHIA
Have you ever been to Harlem or Bronx! Believe me Philadelphia is very clean😂
It' not a Competition .
Only some of it’s a dump if you go up to the far north east and South Philly. It’s not a dump.
Real great video, points out some reasons people move here.
I have always wanted to visit Philadelphia
I needed a good laugh today, you did not disappoint...
Philly is a great city and somewhat safe if you live in a good neighborhood which are expensive, but not uber expensive like NY, DC or Boston. You will not find a good public school even in an expensive neighborhood because all those slots are taken. So factor private school tuition into your equation.
Not true - yes, there aren’t many good public schools in Philadelphia proper, but there are some, especially for smart kids: Masterman, School of the Arts, String Theory.
@@thomasceneri867 I stand corrected there are a few good public schools outside the neighborhood catchement system. Masterman, CAPA you have named. Years ago there were several more such schools of this nature which admitted students based on merit. Some schools such as Central and Girls High were actually nationally ranked public schools like NYC's Bronx School for Science and Stuyvesant. I dont think they are ranked that high today and still recommend anyone thinking of moving to Philadelphia with a young family set aside money for private/parochial education.
Only move here if your already made. This video only showed the nice places. Philadelphia is huge and if you walk into the wrong nieghbohood( which is not hard) you will get jacked. Prices are low because you can buy a crack house for 17,000 in the hood. I like how whit washed this video is.
They actually made it look clean, amazing.
@@chizorama ikr! I'm a Philly native who actually loves it here and even I wouldn't claim it's amazing lol
🙏
You develop the NYC accent . It's only a 3 hour commute to NYC. Good cheese steak. You might end up in NYC because of the cheesecake. Forgehh aboud it.
NYC is 2 hrs
Philadelphia hasn't "developed" its accent (of English language) after/based on that of New York; it's precisely because of the proximity of the two cities (to each other), that the (local) accent of the English language has evolved (very) similarly.
@@JosePerez-zr4sp I got to NYC from Philly in about an hour on a bus. It's not as far as people think
How about no sales tax?
sales tax is 8% and there is a soda tax as well smh
@@latenightbandoThere is NO sales tax on groceries, clothing or shoes. There is an 8% tax on soft drinks in Philly.
If my parents had me move to Philadelphia i would be outraged immediately I'd rather stay in Sacramento California i wouldn't get myself in a situation in that city in Pennsylvania i might as well move to reno Nevada 😂 I'm not leaving California any time soon
You forgot to mention all the growing 🌱 VEGAN restaurants!!!
No thanks
They forgot to mention the huge tax on soda. The fact you're paying eight percent sales tax on anything you buy, not six percent. The fact that you can get shot and killed just walking down the road. That is, if you don't get run over. I have clients that have moved to the city and I. Refuse to go there and work for them. No parking. If I do find parking. It's far away. And no matter what I always end up getting a ticket so I just don't go to the city.
Thank you in advance for never coming back.We all need you . Go bird
Too bad Camden, NJ is across the river!
Hmmm. There may be 8 reasons to move to Philly, but there are about 100 reasons to move OUT of that dump.
We're moving out of Filthydelphia in two months. Can't wait!!!!!
@Dr Joseph O'Donnell where in particular that is area specifically are u refering to. Compared to a third world country would you have a different option
@@melaninsmithxx5414 are referring to physical dirtiness or immoral filth?
@@gktginglobal1040 these people are trolling. They prolly prefer highly republican and segregated suburbs.
@@we8608 Nope I grew up west philly hood
Lived in center city had a corporate job
Born and raised west philly
Very racist and segregated
And dangerous but everywhere is now days
I left moved to NYC
People in philly are sports crazed
The food there is great
As a white guy when I visit Philly I usually only feel unwanted by black people. My dad was in a Wendy's and was asked what he was doing in that neighborhood. You get stares if you go into West Philly and you're white. Unfortunately the most racist people you'll often find in the city are black people not wanting white people there.
@@GG-ql4fd Philly is beautiful in some areas
It is changing a lot of new Yorker
Have moved there
But it is racist as hell especially toward
Black Males but then again every where is
I live in Ny westchester county and it’s getting more expensive every day. I live with my parents but would like to move on my own next year. I cannot afford to live in Ny on my own so I’m exploring my options. Also I’d like to inverse in real estate and pa has a wide market. Plus it’s not crowded like Ny!
@@princesslopez4335 gotta flee while you still can. No doubt that the influx of NYers will cause the PA market to go sky high very soon.
You must be hella well off to be able to move to NYC. Believe me, I know NYC is THE best city in the world, but it's absolutely unaffordable to live there without a 6 figure salary.
This video is lacking valuable information. Specific to foreigners and people from other states. Parks are a plus.
I wanted to live in Philly but now from all the comments I'm thinking not.
you do not even breathe when you talk that fast.
Brotherly love -lololololz
Fake news
Don't MOVE TO PHILLY
Agreed! FILTHYDELPHIA is a toilet
🙏
This place is not safe
😂😅
Philly also got hittas😂
Don't do it, it's a dump
Don’t forget the cockroaches
It’s a dump if you really want a north east city vibe move to Boston or NYC. Too much violent crime and there’s more bad areas than good areas.
Philly is way better than Boston
I would love to live in the USA because of its free Health Care and Safe Gun Control Laws 😀😀😀
😂😂
What free health care where is it lol
Close. the US has free Gun Care and Health Control Laws.
😂😂…..yeah, right!
So what you’re saying is you are a cancer that wants the government to take care of you and if they don’t, you will die….!
DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT MOVE TO PHILLY!!!!!
Why?
shut up, get off your high horse. Philly is, was, and always will be that blue collar scrappy underdog of a city. There is a lot to do and each neighborhood is like it's own city itself. Crime is everywhere in american, but Philly really is a great place
🙏 Killadelphia is hell on earth and the ones who intend to move there are foolish. Especially the ones who think they’ll find
Happiness and think it’s a safer place for their children
@@um52 wow
Why
Philly is not racist towards black men. Like what in the world are y’all talking about. I hope that’s a 😈 troll
Should be. They are ruining the place with all the murders and drugs
Considering most of the city is black I guess it's still racist wtf
Criminal city