Never Sell “As-Is”
There’s a disproportionate return on early cosmetic upgrades. The first dollar you spend fixing obvious issues—scuffed walls, worn floors, dated finishes—removes friction. And friction is what holds buyers back.
Why Condos in Center City Sell Differently Than Single-Family Homes — And What Sellers Get Wrong
After 37 years in Center City real estate, the call I dread most is from a seller who accepted an offer — with another agent — and now the deal has just collapsed. Nine times out of ten, it wasn't the price or the market. It was something buried in the building.
Ten Best Condo Lobbies in Center City Philadelphia
Condo lobbies can either greet you with their splendor or disappoint you with their lack of taste. In no particular order, these are my selections for Center City’s ten most impressive condo lobbies, based on architectural design, functionality, first impressions, and the reactions they consistently generate from buyers.
The Prestige List: Philly’s Top 11 Most Expensive Buildings (By the SqFt)
If you want to see the full data breakdown or see which units are currently for sale in these 11 buildings, head over to CenterCityCondos.com. With 37 years of selling condos in Center City, I’ve got a collection of floor plans, ‘My Two Cents’, and active listings waiting for you there.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences at 1414 S. Penn Square
The Residences at The Ritz Carlton - High-Rise, Luxury Condominiums for Sale at 1414 S. Penn Square in Center City, Philadelphia
The Ellington Condos at 1500 Chestnut Street
The Ellington, located at 1500 Chestnut Street in Center City Philadelphia, is a 20-story condominium building originally built in 1923 and converted in 2006. The building includes 162 units, with one- to three-bedroom layouts and bi-level penthouses.
To Keep the Value In – You Gotta’ Keep the Noise Out!
A Guide for Philly’s Newest Urbanites Moving from the quiet, tree-lined cul-de-sacs of the suburbs to the vibrant heart of Philadelphia is an exhilarating transition. Whether you are eyeing a luxury condo near the University of Pennsylvania or a sleek loft steps from Jefferson Hospital, the draw is undeniable: world-class dining, culture, and walkability are right at your [...]
Philadelphia Condo Views: How Much Is a View Really Worth?
Buyers shopping for a condo in Center City Philadelphia almost always start with the same question: How much is a view worth? The allure of a penthouse skyline view is nothing new. Anyone who remembers Eva Gabor on Green Acres recalls how she “adored a penthouse view.” And today’s condo buyers in Philadelphia often feel [...]
Making YOUR Offer The Most Attractive It Can Be
It is NOT always dollars and cents that prompt a seller to sign an agreement of sale…here are a few tips to sweeten your Philly Condo offer: Shorten your settlement date-especially if the home is vacant. Get a pre-approval from the mortgage company that the LISTING agent uses most. This will allow the listing agent, [...]
Low Rise Condominium Living
Living in a low rise or loft styled condominium can have its ups and downs. Here in Center City Philadelphia, we consider a low rise condominium to be an association that generally has anywhere from two to eight units, within a three to four story building. Defined as such due to the physical nature of how such [...]