1 Bed
1 Bath
748 SqFt
1 Bed
1 Bath
748 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Condo
Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 748 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2663740
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 748
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The living space is where this home earns its character. Light works its way across the room in a way that shifts with the hours, morning softness giving way to the warmer tones of afternoon before settling into the kind of glow that makes evenings feel unhurried. The open layout means your furniture arrangement is yours to decide — sectional against the wall, reading chair angled toward the window, a dining setup that doubles as a work-from-home station when the day calls for it. There is a rhythm to a room like this, one you settle into quickly.
The kitchen flows directly off the living area, keeping the space connected rather than compartmentalized. Stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, disposal, and microwave mean the practical side of cooking is well covered, and the refrigerator anchors a setup that handles everything from a quiet Tuesday dinner to a weekend gathering without complaint. The layout is open enough that whoever is in the kitchen is never removed from the conversation happening in the next room.
The bedroom is positioned to give genuine separation from the living areas — a quality that matters more with each passing month of working from home. A walk-in closet handles the organizational load, offering room for a full wardrobe without the usual compromise of a cramped hall closet. The single full bathroom is thoughtfully placed, accessible without cutting through the bedroom, which keeps the morning routine smooth when schedules overlap.
Fairfax Apartments surrounds this residence with a range of amenities that extend the livable square footage well beyond these four walls. A fitness center means a morning workout does not require a separate membership or a commute. The game room and meeting room offer spaces for the parts of life that do not quite fit in a one-bedroom — a poker night, a video call that needs a professional backdrop, a creative project that needs a table bigger than your kitchen counter. Laundry is available in the building, the elevator makes every floor equally accessible, and a gated property line adds a layer of consideration to daily comings and goings. A dog park and parking lot round out the practical side, and the building welcomes cats and dogs alike, with breed restrictions applying.
University City itself is in a particular kind of motion right now. Established institutions have long anchored this neighborhood — the kind of presence that keeps a corridor economically stable and culturally active — but what is happening alongside them is the more interesting story. New businesses are opening in storefronts that sat quiet for years. Longtime restaurants are being joined by newer ones. The energy is less finished product and more active becoming, a neighborhood mid-sentence, and 4247 Locust Street puts you squarely in the middle of that unfolding. Spruce Hill's cafes and green spaces are close. The Schuylkill River Trail is accessible for weekend runs or rides. The density of the surrounding area means most daily errands resolve on foot.
When the city is calling, the transit access from this location along Locust Street connects to the broader network efficiently, with Center City reachable without a car and the larger regional rail system within the neighborhood's reach. 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)
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 1
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 748
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 748
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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