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 PAPH2675576
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
Step inside and the open floor plan immediately works in your favor. At just 220 square feet, the layout demands intelligence, and it delivers. The kitchen anchors the living space with stainless steel appliances that catch the light cleanly — a refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher that make daily routines feel less like chores and more like habit. The garbage disposal keeps the sink clear, and the overall kitchen configuration is designed for efficiency rather than excess. Picture a Tuesday morning: coffee already brewing, a quick breakfast assembled on the counter, everything within arm's reach before you head out into the day. The open arrangement means the kitchen never feels separate from the rest of your life — it is simply part of it.
Storage, often the quiet casualty of compact living, is addressed directly here with a walk-in closet that gives your wardrobe room to breathe. The single full bathroom rounds out the layout with function and privacy. The open floor plan is designed to flex with your furniture choices, accommodating a workspace, a reading chair, or whatever configuration suits the life you are building here.
Beyond the unit itself, the Fairfax Apartments offers a full roster of community amenities that extend your living space well past your front door. A fitness center means you can skip the gym membership without skipping the workout. A game room and meeting room offer spaces to socialize or focus, depending on the day. The building is gated and served by elevators, making daily comings and goings smooth regardless of what you are carrying. On-site laundry removes one of the persistent inconveniences of city living, and parking is available for residents who need it.
For those with pets, the Fairfax welcomes cats and dogs, with a dedicated dog park on the property giving four-legged residents a proper outdoor outlet. Breed restrictions apply, and a deposit is required, but the welcome itself is genuine.
University City is one of Philadelphia's most genuinely walkable and transit-connected neighborhoods, and Locust Street puts you at the center of it. The concentration of cafés, restaurants, bookshops, and green space in the surrounding blocks means that most errands and most evenings out are a short walk from your front door. For longer journeys, the neighborhood's access to SEPTA's regional rail and bus network makes Center City and beyond readily reachable without a car. The kind of car-free or car-light life that feels aspirational in many parts of the city is simply practical here.
The Fairfax has been a fixture on Locust Street since the late nineteen-twenties, and that history gives the building a presence that newer construction rarely replicates. For someone who wants to live close to the intellectual and cultural energy of University City, in a building with real character and a full set of modern amenities, this studio is a space worth considering seriously. 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
