Quick answer
Philadelphia has 7 notable neighborhoods. Median 1BR rent is $1,800/mo citywide. Top picks: Fishtown, Rittenhouse Square, Graduate Hospital / Point Breeze.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Best Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
7 areas ranked by vibe, walkability, and affordability. Median 1BR rent: $1,800/mo. State income tax: 3.07%.
All 7 Neighborhoods
Fishtown
Bars, coffee shops, murals, artists, most gentrified neighborhood, high energy; 1BR $1,700–2,200
Rittenhouse Square
Park-centric, upscale, most walkable, excellent restaurants; 1BR $2,000–2,700
Graduate Hospital / Point Breeze
Rapidly gentrifying, close to Penn/Jefferson, affordable, rowhouses; 1BR $1,500–1,900
Old City / Society Hill
Historic core, cobblestone streets, galleries, bars, walkable; 1BR $1,800–2,400
South Philly
Italian Market, working class roots, Eagles culture, affordable; 1BR $1,400–1,800
Fairmount / Art Museum
Brownstones, Fairmount Park edge, quieter, families; 1BR $1,600–2,100
Chestnut Hill / Mt. Airy
Leafy northwest neighborhoods, walkable village, diverse, excellent schools; 1BR $1,300–1,700
Philadelphia at a Glance
Median 1BR
$1,800
Median home
$280K
Walk score
79/100
State tax
3.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia's top neighborhoods include Fishtown, Rittenhouse Square, Graduate Hospital / Point Breeze. Bars, coffee shops, murals, artists, most gentrified neighborhood, high energy; 1BR $1,700–2,200
What is the safest neighborhood in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia safety varies by area. For up-to-date crime data by neighborhood, check the Philadelphia police department's public crime map. Generally, established residential areas with lower vacancy rates tend to have lower crime rates.
How much does it cost to rent in Philadelphia?
City-wide median 1BR rent in Philadelphia is $1,800/mo, 2BR is $2,350/mo. Prices vary by neighborhood — central and trendy areas run above the median, outer residential areas below.