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MLS: #PAPH2642232, Listed By: Brad Levinson, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS

4247 Locust Street #808

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

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Overview

Bed

Bath

220

Acres

Description

Built in 1927 and reborn for modern living, this studio at Fairfax Apartments carries the quiet confidence of a building that has outlasted every passing trend in Philadelphia. At 220 square feet, the open floor plan does what good design always does — it makes every inch feel intentional, turning a compact footprint into a space that genuinely works for the way people live today. The kitchen anchors one end of the room with stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, microwave, disposal, and refrigerator, giving you everything you need to cook a real meal without stepping more than an arm's length in any direction. The open layout means the kitchen, living, and sleeping areas flow together in a single continuous space — no wasted corridors, no awkward transitions. A walk-in closet tucks aw ay your wardrobe and keeps the main room clear. The result is a studio that breathes, even at this scale. The building itself is where the Fairfax experience opens up. A fitness center means your morning workout is an elevator ride away rather than a commute. The game room and meeting room offer spaces to decompress or focus outside your own four walls, depending on what the day calls for. Laundry is on site, and the gated community provides a layer of ease that matters at the end of a long evening. An elevator serves the building, so reaching the eighth floor never requires a second thought. Parking is available on the lot for residents who keep a car in the city. Philadelphia itself has a way of rewarding people who settle into its neighborhoods rather than just passing through. The texture of a 1927 building in this city means you are living inside a piece of its architectural history — solid masonry, a sense of permanence, and the kind of character that newer construction spends years trying to approximate. The surrounding blocks carry that same layered quality, where long-standing institutions and newer arrivals coexist on the same street, and the rhythm of the city is always audible just outside the door. 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 morning routine can include a proper outing for a four-legged roommate before the rest of the day begins. This is a studio designed for someone who understands that a smaller footprint is not a compromise — it is a choice. It keeps life legible. You know where everything is. You spend less time maintaining space you rarely use and more time actually inhabiting the city around you. A streamlined home in a building with genuine amenities, set inside a Philadelphia neighborhood that rewards curiosity and daily exploration. The routine builds itself around you. 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.

Property Details

Property Type : Other

Price : $1,215

AD Id : 87345949

MLS Id : PAPH2642232

Living Area Size : 220

Year Built : 1923

County : PHILADELPHIA

Subdivision: University City

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Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1
Flooring Information

Wood
Interior Features

Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Other, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Washer, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Common Area, Main Level
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Exhaust Fan, Other Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Other

Building Information

Year Built: 1923 Building Area Total: 220 Construction Materials: Other Pool Features: None Private Pool: No
Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Other

Property Information

Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY Source Property Type: Residential Lease Property SubType: Condominium Levels: One Property Age: 103

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $1215

Tax Information

Parcel Number: NO TAX RECORD

Parking Information

Parking Total: 1 Off Street

Garage Information

Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Yes

Homeowners Association Information
Included Fees: Maintenance Structure Association Amenities: Fitness Center, Game Room, Meeting Room, Party Room, Picnic Area, Security, Other, Dog Park, Elevator(s), Gated, Laundry, Playground, Recreation Facilities Community Features: Sidewalks

Location Information

Direction: Located on Locust Street WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), 24 Hour Security, Security Lights

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