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MLS: #PAPH2653452, Listed By: Brad Levinson, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS

4247 Locust Street #916

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

$1,285 Check your credit

Overview

Bed

Bath

472

Sqft

Description

Built in 1927 and reborn for modern living, this studio at Fairfax Apartments carries the quiet confidence of a building that has weathered nearly a century of Philadelphia history and emerged with its character intact. At 472 square feet, the floor plan is open and deliberate — every inch is considered, every corner earns its place, and the result is a home that feels far more expansive than its footprint suggests. The open layout means your living space and kitchen share the same uninterrupted breath of air, so the room never feels segmented or cramped. Stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator line the kitchen wall in clean, efficient order, making weeknight dinners and Sunday morning routines feel equally effortless. A garbage disposal keeps cleanup quick, and the overall arrangement is one that rewards anyone who actually cooks rather than just reheats. The walk-in closet — genuinely rare in a studio of this size — brings a sense of ease to how you organize your life here, tucking everything away so the living space remains yours to breathe in. Beyond the unit itself, the building offers a fitness center when you want to skip the commute to a gym, a game room for evenings that call for something social, and a meeting room that turns a work-from-home day into something more focused. The elevator serves the building's upper floors reliably, and laundry facilities mean that chore stays in-house rather than across the street. A gated entrance and parking lot give you both security and convenience, and the dog park makes life here workable for four-legged residents as well — cats and dogs are welcome, breed restrictions apply, and a deposit is required. The neighborhood around this building is in the middle of its own story — one of gradual momentum, where established brick rowhouse blocks sit alongside newer businesses finding their footing, where a coffee shop that opened last year already feels like it has always been there. Philadelphia's energy at this particular intersection of old structure and new ambition is something you notice on a slow walk more than a rushed one, and this building, with its 1927 bones and updated amenities, fits that balance precisely. Mornings here settle into a rhythm quickly. Coffee made in a kitchen that actually functions, a walk-in closet that makes getting dressed feel organized rather than frantic, an elevator ride down, and then the city opens up in whatever direction your day requires. Evenings return to a space that holds itself well — compact, clean, and genuinely livable in the way that only a well-designed small home can be. 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 : $1,285

AD Id : 88579322

MLS Id : PAPH2653452

Living Area Size : 472

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: 472 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: $1285

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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