4247 LOCUST ST #523 Philadelphia, PA 19104
1 Bath
472 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 472 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2653454
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 472
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The kitchen anchors daily life here. Stainless steel appliances line the workspace, a dishwasher and disposal handle cleanup without ceremony, and the microwave and refrigerator keep every morning routine moving on schedule. Whether you are pulling together a quick breakfast before heading out or settling in for an evening meal, the kitchen functions with a clean, no-fuss efficiency that a well-proportioned studio demands.
Storage in a studio is everything, and the walk-in closet delivers a solution that larger apartments sometimes forget to provide. Your wardrobe, off-season items, and daily essentials find a home without spilling into the living space, keeping the open plan feeling genuinely open. The single full bathroom sits conveniently accessible from every corner of the unit, and the overall layout reads as thoughtful rather than incidental.
Community life at Fairfax extends well beyond your front door. A fitness center means morning workouts happen downstairs rather than across town. A game room offers a low-key option for evenings when you want company without a commitment. A meeting room makes remote work or the occasional group project manageable. Laundry facilities are on-site, parking is available on the lot, and the building is gated — details that quietly shape how secure and settled daily life feels. An elevator serves the building, so the fifth floor never requires a second thought.
Pets are part of the picture here. Cats and dogs are welcome, with breed restrictions and a deposit required, and a dedicated dog park on the property means your dog gets a proper outing without leaving the building grounds.
The neighborhood beyond the front door is unmistakably Philadelphia — the kind of city block where a corner store, a local café, and a transit stop feel close enough to be part of your routine rather than a destination. Center City is reachable without a car, and the surrounding streets carry the texture of a neighborhood that has been lived in and cared for over generations. For residents who commute, the city's transit network puts major employment corridors within straightforward reach, and for those who prefer to drive, the on-site parking lot removes one of the most persistent frustrations of urban apartment living.
A studio of this size works best for someone who wants the city to be an extension of their living space — the coffee shop as a second living room, the park as a backyard, the transit line as a corridor between neighborhoods. With direct access to Philadelphia's broader network and a building that has been part of this city's fabric since 1927, Unit 523 offers a compact, functional, and genuinely connected way to live in one of the country's most walkable urban cores. 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 472
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 472
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
