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Nearly half of Philly’s new homes were in and around Center City last year

Center City has been Philly's fastest growing residential area for 20 years. Center City District's annual housing report shows that most homes built in 2022 were constructed in and around downtown.

Greater Center City’s land area makes up a little less than 6% of Philadelphia. But nearly half of the new housing units completed last year in the city were located there.
Greater Center City’s land area makes up a little less than 6% of Philadelphia. But nearly half of the new housing units completed last year in the city were located there.Read moreAlejandro A. Alvarez / Staff Photographer