Waterfront Square vs. The Murano

Amenities Comparison

The Murano Amenities

The Murano offers a more streamlined luxury high-rise experience, with a focus on convenience and location. Amenities include:

• Outdoor pool deck
• Fitness center
• Resident lounge areas
• 24-hour concierge
• Garage parking
• Private balconies in many units
• Additional storage
• Secure entry

Because the Murano sits directly in Center City, many buyers view the surrounding neighborhood itself as an extension of the amenity package. Restaurants, cafes, transit, office buildings, and cultural institutions are all within walking distance.

Waterfront Square Amenities

Waterfront Square was designed more like a private residential resort than a traditional condo building. The development features:

• Large indoor lap pool
• Spa and sauna
• Steam rooms
• Riverfront sun deck
• Extensive fitness center
• Gated entrance
• 24-hour security
• Shuttle service into Center City
• Dog parks (two!)
• Concierge services
• Large terraces in many units

One of Waterfront Square’s biggest selling points is the amount of amenity space relative to density. Residents often describe it as quieter and more private than many Center City towers.

Lifestyle Comparison

Which Interior Do You Prefer?

Pros and Cons

The Murano

Waterfront Square

Which Building Holds Value Better?

Historically, Center City luxury towers with stronger walkability and proximity to employment centers tend to outperform on a dollar-per-square-foot basis. That has generally favored The Murano.

However, Waterfront Square occupies a niche that continues to appeal to a specific luxury buyer — especially purchasers downsizing from larger suburban homes who still want space, amenities, parking, and security.

In practical terms:

• Buyers prioritizing investment potential and liquidity often lean toward The Murano.
• Buyers prioritizing lifestyle, space, and amenities often prefer Waterfront Square.

Which two-bedroom floor plan do you like best?

Final Thoughts

Neither building is objectively “better.” They simply solve different problems for different buyers. I am biased because I have lived at Waterfront Square for almost two decades (and I like it).

If you want a luxury high-rise that feels connected to the energy of Center City Philadelphia, The Murano remains one of the strongest options in the city.

If you want a quieter, more residential luxury experience with larger units and extensive amenities, Waterfront Square offers tremendous value relative to price per square foot.

For buyers deciding between the two, the real question usually becomes: Do you want your luxury condo to feel like a city hotel — or a private waterfront retreat?

MARK WADE, Realtor®
37 Years of Center City Condo Experience
BHHS Fox and Roach Realtors
530 Walnut St. #480 | Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cell: 267-237-3404
Email: Mark@CenterCity.com