Apartment for rent at 727 N 17th St #6, Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia sits in southeastern Pennsylvania, between the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers, with easy rail connections to New York City and Washington, D.C. Known as the birthplace of American independence, it is recognized for its colonial landmarks, cheesesteaks, professional sports, museums, and arts scene. Major employers include the University of Pennsylvania, Jefferson Health, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Temple University, city and federal government, and SEPTA. Colleges and universities include Penn, Drexel University, Temple University, and Saint Joseph’s University.

Center City is the downtown business and shopping district, with offices, apartments, and historic streets. Old City features colonial-era buildings and galleries, while Rittenhouse Square has leafy streets, restaurants, and parks. University City, across the Schuylkill River, centers on university campuses and medical institutions. Fishtown and Northern Liberties have former industrial buildings, restaurants, and music venues; Manayunk has a riverside setting and a commercial Main Street, while nearby suburbs extend into surrounding counties. People travel by walking, cycling, SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail. Attractions include Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Reading Terminal Market, Fairmount Park, concerts, theaters, and sporting events.