Whether you’re moving to Philadelphia from a different city or just changing neighborhoods, relocating is a major life event. It’s an emotional mix of cherishing old memories and looking forward to creating new ones. The purpose of this guide is to provide you with valuable resources and to help you make the move as seamless as possible.

Moving is a time-consuming “adventure” and organization is key to a smooth transition. To help you save time and stay focused we’ve done the research for you and assembled a list of valuable resources. Our SSA recommended businesses can help with everything from finding the perfect home to maintenance, curb appeal, and city services. We’ve even put together a short primer to help you acclimate to your new neighborhood.

Philadelphia, or Philly in the local vernacular, is a city of eclectic neighborhoods, each with its own architecture, culture, and sometimes its own language. Philly is organized around the Center City neighborhood, home to Philadelphia City Hall. Directly to its west is a clear view down The Parkway to the Philadelphia Art Museum (both a building and a neighborhood). The Art Museum is home to The Rocky Statue, among other less infamous works of art by Renoir, Monet, Manet, Degas, and Cézanne.

From city hall, you can also grab your compass and head south down Broad Street. There you’ll find one of the cultural jewels of Philadelphia, The Kimmel Center, home to the world-famous Philadelphia Orchestra. Continue your journey to “South Philly” where you’ll find the Italian Market. Then head over to Pat’s and Genos to grab a cheesesteak (or two) on your way to “The Stadiums”. When it comes to the best cheesesteaks, everyone in Philly has an opinion. However, these catercorner shops are classics, so it’s worth checking them out.

For a completely different experience head north from City Hall to “China Town” home to some of the best food in town. It’s not just Chinese! You’ll also find great Japanese, Vietnamese, Cambodian and Korean cuisine. Once your belly is full, head east and you’ll run into Philadelphia’s “Old City”. The Liberty Bell, Ben Franklin, Independence Hall, and the Constitution Center are all must-see sites.

Higher education plays a huge role in Philadelphia. “West Philly” is home to The University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and The Fresh Prince. In addition to these storied West Philly universities, Philly also plays host to Temple and Villanova Universities to the north.

Philadelphia has a ton to offer its residents including world-class restaurants, cultural sites, and the Eagles (pronounced Eggles). Dubbed the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia is a welcoming city (as long as you’re not a Cowboys fan), and it’s full of rich history. Its grid layout makes it easy to navigate, so get settled in, and start exploring!

Philly Apartment Company: Provide renters with a free and efficient way to find apartments, while also providing owners a variety of highly effective services to market their properties to prospective renters.

Snapbox Self Storage: Snapbox Self Storage is the number one choice for self storage. We make self storage a snap! We have facilities throughout the country and offer a wide range of storage options that are perfect for commercial documents, household belongings, large vehicles, and more! Whether you’re looking to store a vintage car or your boat while not in use, Snapbox Self Storage can help. We offer a wide range of parking options, as well as ground-level and climate-controlled storage units that make storing a breeze. From 24-hour access to online bill pay, we go the extra mile to ensure a convenient and simple storage experience for our tenants.

4 Storage 4 You: 4 Storage has multiple self storage facilities to serve our commercial and residential storage customers. With convenient drive up storage units and temperature controlled self storage, you will find the storage unit that stores all your belongings with ease. Find secure self storage in Northeast Philadelphia PA and Bristol PA, with the help of our storage experts on site. We will guide you through the storage rental.

Mr. Storage: Mr. Storage has been in the Philadelphia self-storage business for more than 30 years. We know what our customers need and how to make the moving and storage process a hassle-free experience. Read on to learn more about our locations and amenities!

Penske: Promises a clean, reliable, fuel-efficient moving truck ready to go at pickup time. And with Penske, you also get personal help from our professional associates, 24-hour roadside assistance, and flexible reservation and cancellation policies.

Buckminster Green: Buckminster Green is a design-build remodeler and general contractor based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We specialize in fine renovations on homes in the Philadelphia region, executing all phases of construction. We can see your project through from planning and design to the finishing touches, or we can collaborate with your architect to create your ideal home.

Voila: Previously named Best Of Philly for home staging, Voila is devoted to providing exceptional service for each of its clients. Their hardworking and conscientious staging team works on over 450 projects per year, helping each property to sell faster and for a higher amount than the average non-staged property. The Voila Design team brings precise attention to detail, an unwavering commitment to customers, and an innate sense of style to every space they have the fortune to be invited into.

Ronni Hock Garden and Landscape: Ronni is a Master Gardener whose personal and professional inspiration can be traced back to the classes she took at Longwood Gardens. Ronni worked as a buyer for several of the best known landscape companies in the region as well as a prestigious firm dealing in design and installation for New Jersey estates.

Cleanzen Cleaning Services: At Cleanzen Cleaning Services, you’ll only find the best and most trusted cleaners. All cleaners are thoroughly vetted by them. They make sure the cleaners are honest, trustworthy, and people who they’d be happy to have clean their homes.

Spruce Organizing Co.: They have the knowledge and local resources to help you remove most unwanted items in your house, from old clothes to hazardous chemicals. They are creative and offer space solutions for every room in your home. They actually provide the physical labor of rearranging your items in closets, cabinets and rooms throughout the home. They offer lasting solutions to simplify the maintenance of your home and your life.