Hi, I'm from New York City and I'm considering moving out of here because the rent here is outrageous.
I'm thinking either Pittsburgh or Philadelphia because the median price of a house is about 60,000 in both cities.
where as, here, its around 230,000.
I'm probably gonna rent first before I buy a home.
Anyway, which city is better for a single 20-something guy who isn't planning a family anytime soon?
2007-03-14 06:29:34 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Pittsburgh is a beautiful city!!
It in in the Guinness book of world records for "most bars" per city block in the south side area! (near Carnegie melon college, Pitt, Duquesne)
There is more nightlife than you can handle (south side, strip district, station square, and Oakland - and that's just the city!)
It has beautiful views from mount washington that over looks where the 3 rivers meet in the middle of downtown.
it is very reasonably priced to live in.
the football and baseball stadiums are brand new and gorgeous. (and the fans are fanatics and it is contagious!)
The airport is close and is the hub for US Air (my luggage always gets lost in philly! - 3 times now!!) so friends and family would have an easy time driving OR flying in!
Pittsburgh is like it's own little world!
(from the primani brothers sandwiches - with the coleslaw AND fried ON TOP, the "pittsburgh steak salads", the "pittsburgese" language (you'll see!)
I LOVED LIVING THERE!! I MISS IT EVERYDAY! i only moved to Rhode Island to be with my BF.
I would suggest taking a weekend trip to both cities. Do fun touristy things like a "duck tour" to learn about the cities and hit up a couple of the famous restaurants.
Make your decision after you see both. I know you will love pittsburgh!!!!
GO STEELERS!
:c)
2007-03-14 07:18:39 · answer #1 · answered by missy_mae6 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Move to Philly.
I'm from Pittsburgh and have lived in both Pittsburgh and Philly. The cost of living is substantially less in Pittsburgh than in Philly. (a decent 3 BR house in the Greenfield section will run 150k or less) The dating scene is much better in Philly.
Most importantly, Pittsburgh is a MidWest type city. Philly is more of an east coast type city. When I went to Philly, the transition was too much for me. Like most Pittsburghers, I had carved out a spot here and became comfortable. Philly is definitely more of an "on-the-go" type place. I did not like that big of a transition. Going from NYC to Pittsburgh will be an even greater shock. You'll be amazed how much slower things go here. Philly is slower paced by a bit than NYC but you should be able to handle the transition.
If you're willing to make a big lifestyle change and embrace the local culture, then come to Pittsburgh. Be prepared to stay in the same position for years and to get comfortable where you live. IF you're into that, Pittsburgh is a fantastic place. If not, then I'd say Philly is more for you.
Good luck!
2007-03-15 14:55:51 · answer #2 · answered by Brett B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Median and mean (average) numbers do serve a purpose, but if you base your decision on it, you're likely to be burned.
I can't speak for Pittsburgh, but expect to pay more than $60k for a home in Philly. If you want a decent but inexpensive place in Philly, you can swing it for about $125 - 150k.
I'm biased, but I'd take Philly any day of the week over Pittsburgh.
2007-03-14 13:50:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well Pittsburgh is an old 'mill' town and Philadelphia is a modern city. I have been to both (many times) and would pick Philly BIGTIME. Pittsburgh has alot of poverty..due to the mills closing. Do yourself a favor and strike Pittsburgh from the list of your choices.
2007-03-14 13:38:36 · answer #4 · answered by patriot138 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
i'm from phildelphia. and i would say philly because there are more things for someone your age to do. there is something always to do on the weekends like going down to old city and hanging out with your friends at a club or bar. prices for homes in philadelphia depend on what part of the city you live in. i'm a loan officer and can help you if you would like to buy ya home
2007-03-14 13:48:14 · answer #5 · answered by cmruffin1 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
60,000 is only accurate in the ghettos.expect to pay over 100,000 for a decent neighborhood,pittsburg is less dangerous i would live there first
2007-03-14 13:37:35 · answer #6 · answered by chad k 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Houston is better than those two, but if thats the only choice the Phily. Pittsburgh is a dump.
2007-03-14 14:00:52 · answer #7 · answered by Mark P. 5 · 0⤊ 4⤋
PHILADELPHIA
2007-03-14 14:35:29 · answer #8 · answered by JAEB81 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋