Philly added 8K housing units in 2024. Nearly half of them were in Greater Center City

The former Church of the Assumption has sat vacant for decades, and the building structure is considered unsafe by city regulators.

The commuter benefit gives eligibility to around 22,000 city workers, but it’s unclear whether the city will be able to spend less for the same program this year.

A report from the Center City District says city living remained attractive during the pandemic with continued robust construction and rapid home sales.