1 Bath
220 SqFt
1 Bath
220 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Condo
Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 220 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2674576
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 220
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and a disposal, making daily routines feel genuinely effortless. Whether you are pulling together a quick breakfast before heading out into University City or unwinding with a late dinner after a long day, the kitchen is ready for the pace of your life. The open plan means you never feel separated from the rest of the living area while you cook, and the walk-in closet tucked within the unit offers the kind of storage that studios rarely manage to deliver. Entry-level positioning means less time waiting for elevators and more time simply being home.
Beyond the door, Fairfax Apartments offers a full set of community amenities that extend the living experience well past the unit itself. A fitness center is on hand for morning workouts without the commute, and a game room gives the building an easy, social energy on weekends. A meeting room provides a quiet, professional setting when working from home requires a dedicated focus space. Laundry facilities serve the building, and for residents who have a car, a parking lot is available on site. The building is gated, and elevator access keeps daily movement through the building smooth. A dog park rounds out the picture for residents with pets — cats and dogs are both welcome here, with breed restrictions and a deposit in place.
University City wraps around Fairfax Apartments with an energy that is hard to replicate elsewhere in Philadelphia. Locust Street sits at the center of a neighborhood that blends academic ambition with genuine neighborhood warmth — coffee shops, bakeries, and eclectic dining options are woven into the fabric of the surrounding blocks. The corridor connecting Penn, Drexel, and the broader neighborhood carries a mix of long-standing local institutions and newer establishments that reflect how alive this part of the city remains at almost any hour. You can walk to a meal, walk to a cafe, walk to a market, and never feel like the neighborhood is asking anything more of you than to slow down and take it in.
When the city does call, access is straightforward. The surrounding transit infrastructure puts Center City and the broader Philadelphia network within easy reach, making a car entirely optional for those who prefer to move through the city without one. Whether the destination is a Rittenhouse dinner reservation or an early morning meeting downtown, the commute from this corner of West Philadelphia is one of the neighborhood's quiet but very real advantages. Pricing and availability subject to change on a daily basis. Photos are of model units. Parking may be available subject to availability and may be an additional fee.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19104 (19104)
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Flat, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Other, Efficiency
Hot Water Other
Heating Other
Cooling Other
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances
Furnishings No
Fireplace N
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances
Heat Source Other
Laundry Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Common, Basement, Main Floor, Shared, Washer In Unit
Exterior
Amenities Available Bar/Lounge, Common Grounds, Community Center, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Laundry Facilities, Meeting Room, Party Room, Picnic Area, Recreational Center, Security, Other, Dog Park, Gated Community, Spa, Extra Storage
Water Access N
Accessibility Other
Garage N
Private Pool No
Building
Story 1
Unit Features Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 220
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional, Unit/Flat, Other
Level or Stories 1
Additional Building Above Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Pets Allowed Y
HOA Fee Include Common Area Maintenance,Custodial Services Maintenance,Ext Bldg Maint,Lawn Maintenance,Recreation Facility,Security Gate,Other
Senior Community No
Tax ID NO TAX RECORD
Ownership Other
SqFt Source 220
Security Features 24 hour security,Desk in Lobby,Resident Manager,Smoke Detector
Pets Allowed Case by Case Basis, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Pet Addendum/Deposit, Size/Weight Restriction
Nearby Locations
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