Elfreth’s Alley in Old City, Philadelphia

Neighborhood guide · 19106

Living in Society Hill & Old City

Colonial and Federal rowhomes on brick and cobblestone streets, loft condos in Old City, and Independence Hall down the block.

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Society Hill & Old City homes for sale

Active listings inside the Society Hill & Old City boundary, updated from the MLS.

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Society Hill & Old City neighborhood guide

What are Society Hill and Old City like?

Society Hill holds one of the largest concentrations of 18th- and early 19th-century homes in the country, with Headhouse Square and its colonial Shambles at the southern end and I.M. Pei’s Society Hill Towers overlooking the river. To the north, Old City surrounds Independence Hall, Elfreth’s Alley and the Betsy Ross House, and its galleries and restaurants fill up for First Friday.

What kinds of homes are in Society Hill and Old City?

Society Hill offers historic rowhomes, carriage houses and trinities, plus high-rise and mid-rise condos. Old City leans toward loft condos in converted warehouses. Historic designation shapes what owners can change on many facades, which is worth understanding before you buy.

How do I search homes for sale here?

The listings below cover the 19106 ZIP code, which takes in Old City, Society Hill and the surrounding historic blocks. Use the search to narrow by building, home type or price, or ask us for a curated list.

FAQ

Society Hill & Old City questions, answered

Are Society Hill homes historically protected?

Many Society Hill properties are in a local historic district, so exterior changes often need review by the Philadelphia Historical Commission. We walk buyers through what that means for a specific home before they commit.

How do I search homes for sale in Society Hill & Old City?

Use the live listings on this page, or open the full Society Hill & Old City search to filter by price, beds and home type and save a search for new-listing alerts. You can also ask us to send a curated list.

Can Town & Line help me sell my Society Hill & Old City home?

Yes. Request a home valuation and Kyle will pull recent comparable sales from Bright MLS and walk through pricing with you.

Buying or selling in Society Hill & Old City?

Tell us what you are looking for, or the address you want priced. We will get back to you within the day.

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