Philadelphia Snapshot
Frequently asked questions
What does FRBO mean?
FRBO is an acronym for "For Rent by Owner." This means that the private landlord acts as the property manager and is the individual that a renter would work with directly for renting their house.
How many private landlord rental houses are available in Philadelphia, PA?
There are currently 0 private landlord house rentals in the Philadelphia area.
How do I search for private landlord rental (FRBO) houses?
Finding single family houses that are 'For Rent by Owner' is easier on HotPads with our filtering features. Just click into the "All filters" tab and scroll down for "Additional options." Below this select "For rent by owner" to filter for private landlord rentals.
Is there a discount for rental houses that are FRBO?
No, there aren't discounts for rental houses that are rented directly by the owners, however negotiating rental lease terms can sometimes be easier because you are communicating directly with the private landlord and not a real estate management company.
About Philadelphia
Area Information
Philadelphia is the 5th most-populated city in the United States and the largest city in Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia is often called 'Philly' and the 'City of Brotherly Love.'
Living in Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia is known as one of the most historically rich cities in the country and home of many famous historical sites like the Liberty Bell and Independence Mall. Furthermore, Philadelphia offers a great deal of opportunity to take advantage of their fine arts and museums.
Getting around Philadelphia is facilitated by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority(SEPTA), subway system, and the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Professional Sports Teams in Philadelphia, PA
- Major League Baseball-- Philadelphia Phillies (Citizens Bank Park)
- Major League Lacrosse-- Philadelphia Barrage (United Sports Training Center)
- National Basketball Association-- Philadelphia 76ers (Wachovia Center)
- National Football League-- Philadelphia Eagles (Lincoln Financiel Field)
- National Hockey League-- Philadelphia Flyers (Wachovia Center)
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT PHILADELPHIA, PA
You can thank Philadelphia for the cheesesteak, soft pretzels, and TastyKakes.