4247 LOCUST ST #2, Philadelphia, PA 19104
4247 LOCUST ST #2, Philadelphia, PA 19104
4247 LOCUST ST #2, Philadelphia, PA 19104
4247 LOCUST ST #2, Philadelphia, PA 19104
4247 LOCUST ST #2, Philadelphia, PA 19104
4247 LOCUST ST #2, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Listed by Boots Levinson • KW Empower
$ 1,215

1 Bath

220 SqFt


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$ 1,215
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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 PAPH2651768

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

Built in 1927 and reborn for modern living, this thoughtfully designed studio at Fairfax Apartments makes every one of its 220 square feet count. From the moment you step inside, the open floor plan reveals exactly how a well-considered layout transforms a compact space into a home that breathes. Natural light moves through the room, catching the clean lines of the kitchen and softening the pace of the day before it has fully begun.

The kitchen is where this apartment earns its place in your routine. Stainless steel appliances anchor the space with a polished, professional feel, while the dishwasher and disposal make cleanup almost an afterthought. A microwave and refrigerator complete the lineup, so everything you need for a quiet breakfast or an ambitious dinner is already in place. The open layout means the kitchen never feels separate from the rest of your living space — it flows naturally into the room where you unwind, read, or spread out after a long day in the city. The walk-in closet adds a layer of organization that studio living does not always offer, giving you genuine storage without compromise.

Beyond your door, Fairfax Apartments offers a full range of amenities that make the building feel like an extension of your home. A fitness center means your workout is never more than an elevator ride away, and with elevator access throughout, moving through the building is effortless at any hour. A game room and a meeting room give residents options for how they spend their time — whether that looks like a competitive evening among neighbors or a quiet space to work through a presentation. Laundry is available on-site, and the building is gated, adding a layer of ease to your daily comings and goings. For residents who drive, parking is available on the lot. And for those who share their home with a cat or a dog, pets are welcome here, with breed restrictions and a deposit required — the kind of policy that means your four-legged companion is a neighbor, not an exception.

The neighborhood surrounding Fairfax Apartments carries the particular character that defines this stretch of Philadelphia — a city that layers its history openly, where a 1927 building does not feel like a relic but like a thread in a living fabric. Long-standing local businesses and newer arrivals exist side by side, and the rhythm of the street changes gradually enough that you notice the seasons more than the years. There is something grounding about living in a building with this kind of age and presence, in a part of the city where people tend to know the name of the person who makes their coffee.

When the day calls you back out into Philadelphia, the city is ready to meet you. The surrounding streets connect easily to the broader grid of the city, and the kind of access that makes urban living feel fluid rather than frantic is built into where Fairfax sits. Whether your day pulls you toward Center City or keeps you closer to home, the building's location makes the transition simple. That ease of movement — in and out, morning and evening — is part of what makes a small, well-built apartment feel larger than its square footage suggests. 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

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

Bright MLS (BMLS)

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