4247 LOCUST ST #508 Philadelphia, PA 19104
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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 PAPH2629920
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
Mornings take shape quickly here. The well-appointed kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator, so your routine stays streamlined from the first cup of coffee onward. Counter space is put to work rather than wasted, and the open layout means the kitchen never feels like a separate room walled off from the rest of your life. A walk-in closet offers more storage than studios in this size range typically provide, keeping your living space clear and composed.
The building itself carries the architectural confidence of its era — the kind of bones that newer construction rarely replicates. Erected in the late 1920s, Fairfax Apartments brings that craftsmanship into the present with an elevator, a fitness center, a game room, a meeting room, and an on-site laundry facility. Gated access adds a layer of ease to daily comings and goings, and parking is available on the lot for residents who need it. Pets are welcome here, including both cats and dogs, with breed restrictions and a deposit required, so your companion makes the move with you.
Step outside and Spruce Hill meets you with the kind of neighborhood energy that comes from a place actively writing its next chapter. Locust Street sits at the heart of University City, where established rowhouse blocks and century-old trees share the streetscape with new restaurants, independent cafes, and the constant hum of a community in motion. The proximity to Penn and Drexel means the neighborhood never stagnates — there is always a new spot opening, a block being reimagined, a familiar corner finding fresh purpose alongside the institutions and small businesses that have anchored it for decades.
Everything you need for daily life sits within a comfortable walk. Groceries, dining, green space, and transit are all close enough that a car remains optional rather than essential. The surrounding streets reward the kind of life built around walking — the kind where you leave the apartment without a plan and end up somewhere worth returning to.
For anyone drawn to a compact, efficient home in one of West Philadelphia's most textured and evolving neighborhoods, this studio offers a rare combination of historic character, practical amenities, and an address that puts the best of Spruce Hill directly outside the door. 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
Garage Spaces 1.0
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
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage N
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
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