I'm considering moving to Philadelphia for a job but I'm try to weigh the differences in cost of living and what not. My question is about having a car in Philly. Do you think I should bring mine up to Philly or rely on public transportation? The job is in the 19104 area so I'm looking at apartments in that area. Most of the apartments I'm finding are about 10 minutes driving distance from the job. I realize public transportation can become costly but I imagine so can paying for parking - which I'm wondering if anyone can explain that to me. Do you have to pay for parking anywhere you go i.e. retail stores, etc? In my city the only parking that you have to pay for are parking lots/garages downtown and metered parking.
Thanks.