4247 LOCUST ST #319 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 700 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2629910
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 700
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator, so the practical side of daily life is handled before you have even unpacked. Counter space flows naturally toward the living room, meaning dinner prep and conversation exist in the same easy breath. There is no wall forcing you to choose between cooking and being part of the room. The bedroom sits off the main living space with enough separation to feel like a retreat, and the walk-in closet brings a level of storage that older buildings rarely manage to offer without sacrificing character.
Step outside the front door and Spruce Hill greets you with the particular energy of a neighborhood that has always attracted people who care about where they eat, where they linger, and what their block looks like. Locust Street places you within easy reach of the cafes, restaurants, and independent shops that define this stretch of University City — a walkable corridor where old rowhouses sit beside well-worn lunch counters and newer spots that have quietly become neighborhood institutions. The mix of longtime residents and university community members gives the area a texture that is hard to manufacture and easy to appreciate on a Tuesday morning or a Saturday evening.
Back inside the building, the community amenities reflect a genuine investment in resident life. A fitness center means you do not need a separate gym membership to maintain a routine. The game room offers an informal gathering space that does not take itself too seriously. A meeting room serves those days when the apartment feels too small for a work call or a study session. Laundry is available on-site, the building is gated, and an elevator serves all floors — a detail that matters more on moving day and grocery day than anyone anticipates beforehand. A dog park on the property means that residents with pets, including both cats and dogs, have room to let animals be animals. Breed restrictions apply, and a deposit is required for pets.
Parking is available on-site via the parking lot, which removes one of the more persistent anxieties of city living. For those who prefer not to drive, the location along Locust Street puts SEPTA bus and trolley access within comfortable walking distance, connecting Spruce Hill to Center City and beyond without requiring a car at all. The city is genuinely close — not close in the way that listings sometimes stretch that word, but close in the sense that errands, dining, and commuting all happen at a human pace and a walkable scale.
Fairfax Apartments has been part of this neighborhood long enough to understand what residents actually need, and unit 319 delivers that in a format that respects both the history of the building and the rhythm of a contemporary life. 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
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 700
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 700
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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