What are some pretty areas in Philadelphia to move to?|143957

I am looking for an area in Philly that is pretty, well kept, lots of greenery, hip, and has educated professionals. I was looking into Fitler Square, but I don_t know much about that or any of the other areas. Any suggestions?

I live in Manayunk and I really like it. There_s not a lot of trash there. The Northeast near Bustleton has some nice areas too.

Don_t listen to the previous posters. Check out the following areas:

Northern Liberties
Society Hill
Fairmount
Fishtown
Queens Village
Bella Vista
Passyunk Square
East Falls


It really depends how much you cana afford too, but those are the hip areas in the city. If you_re under 25, Manayunk is cool, a big bar scene but can be a bit post-collegiate/fratboy. And in the suburbs Conshohocken is cool, with a decent bar/resturant scene. Check out craigslist for places to rent.

the problem with philly is the same problem with every old northeastern city...the relatively safe neighborhoods are usual the high income neighbor hoods..Forget anything within 1/2 mile of cityhall as far as living, Im going to assume that u want a home to live in and that area is over priced...hows 700 square feet for $100,000 sound?..Fitler square is nice but expect to pay $350,000 for a row house story 18/45..and just 1/4 of mile from their is drug riddle neighborhoods and the parking is horrible..Your best bet is West Mt Airy, Far Northeast philly, Packard Park, Chestnut Hill, Andorra/Roxborough/manyunk areas. Good luck.

East Falls... You are on the edge of Manyunk, so there are the trendy bars and everything. You are minutes from the Art Museum and Philadelphia Zoo...
Income level doesn_t matter too much, as there are some really rich houses, and some reasonably priced ones also... Philadelphia University is right here too...
I had my doubts about moving to the area, but I_m glad I live in East Falls.

The answer that fits your desires most would be the Mt. Airy or Chestnut Hill sections of the City. They are, however, mostly detached dwellings. Located in the Northwest they have two rail lines, are adjacent to Fairmount Park, have great restaurants, and have easy access to Center City. Some parts of Germantown would also fit your description; especially if you have an interest in Victorian architecture.

You_re better off outside the city somewhere. I hope you_re set financially.