4247 LOCUST ST #301 Philadelphia, PA 19104
1 Bath
444 SqFt
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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 444 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2685526
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 444
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Mornings here have a pleasing rhythm. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator, so the practicalities of daily life are handled without compromise. Counter space and cabinet storage give you room to cook something real on a weekday morning before heading out into University City's particular brand of energy — a neighborhood that hums with curiosity, creativity, and foot traffic that never quite goes quiet. A walk-in closet keeps the living space uncluttered, and the open layout means there is genuine flexibility in how you arrange and inhabit the room.
Step outside and you are immediately embedded in one of Philadelphia's most walkable and intellectually alive corridors. Locust Street connects you to the cafes, eateries, bookshops, and eclectic storefronts that define this stretch of West Philadelphia — places where the coffee is taken seriously and the tables fill up fast on weekend mornings. The mix of long-standing neighborhood institutions and newer establishments gives University City a texture that feels genuinely layered rather than manufactured. Grocery runs, dinner plans, a spontaneous afternoon espresso — all of it is within reach without a car key in your hand.
When you return home, the building's elevator brings you back to the third floor without a second thought. The fitness center is there for the mornings when the weather tips the scale against an outdoor run, and the game room offers a different kind of decompression after a long day. The meeting room is available when the apartment is too quiet for a group call or a collaborative session that needs more table space. Laundry is handled in-building, the property is gated, and parking is available on-site for residents who keep a vehicle in the city. There is also a dog park on the premises, and the building welcomes both cats and dogs — breed restrictions apply, and a deposit is required for pet residents.
University City is a neighborhood that rewards curiosity. Its streets are lined with the architectural memory of a century of Philadelphia life, and its energy comes not from any single institution but from the accumulated presence of people who chose to plant themselves here — researchers, artists, students, professionals, and longtime residents who know every shortcut and every good seat at every counter. To live at 4247 Locust Street is to be part of that ongoing story, in a building that has been standing and watching the neighborhood evolve since the era of its original construction. The bones are historic. The life inside is entirely your own. 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 444
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 444
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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