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MLS: #PAPH2653792, Listed By: Brad Levinson, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS

4247 Locust Street #815

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

$1,465 Check your credit

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Bed

Bath

472

Sqft

Description

Built in 1927 and reborn for modern living, this eighth-floor studio at Fairfax Apartments distills city life down to its most intentional form — 472 square feet where every inch earns its place and the skyline quietly reminds you why you chose Philadelphia. The open floor plan means nothing is wasted and nothing is hidden. From the moment you step inside, the layout unfolds naturally, guiding you from the entry toward a living space that breathes freely without walls interrupting the flow. The kitchen is well-appointed and ready for real use, outfitted with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator. Whether you are assembling a weeknight dinner or just pouring a morning coffee before heading out, the space functions with a quiet efficiency t hat suits the solo urban lifestyle perfectly. The walk-in closet offers storage that studios at this size rarely deliver, giving you room to actually settle in rather than live out of boxes indefinitely. What makes a studio work is how the living area holds you, and this one does. The open layout creates a generous sense of space that expands the room visually, letting you arrange your life with flexibility — a reading corner here, a desk there, a sofa angled toward the window because the light at this height is genuinely something worth facing. Being on the eighth floor means that light arrives unobstructed, shifting from a cool eastern glow in the morning to a warmer, ambient tone as the afternoon settles in. By evening, the city takes over as the view, and the room takes on a different kind of calm. Fairfax Apartments surrounds you with amenities that make the building feel like an extension of your home rather than just a corridor between the elevator and your door. A fitness center means your workout is never more than a floor away. A game room and meeting room give you spaces to gather and collaborate without leaving the building. Laundry is on-site. The building is gated and served by elevators, so your daily comings and goings feel effortless. For residents with pets, the on-site dog park makes life with a cat or dog genuinely workable — both are welcome here, though breed restrictions apply and a deposit is required. Parking is available on-site as well, for those moments when the car is simply the right call. Philadelphia rewards the resident who leans into it, and this address keeps the city within reach. The walkable grid of West Philadelphia surrounds you with coffee shops, neighborhood restaurants, and the kind of corner stores and independent businesses that make a place feel lived-in rather than transient. The broader connectivity of the city — its cultural institutions, its riverfronts, its markets — sits just a commute away, and the surrounding neighborhood provides that essential urban mix of energy and familiarity that makes returning home at the end of the day feel like a genuine exhale. A 1927 building carries character that newer construction simply cannot manufacture — the bones of an era when buildings were meant to last, updated with the conveniences that modern living demands. For someone looking to plant roots in a city that rewards curiosity, this studio offers a home that is complete on its own terms. 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 : $1,465

AD Id : 88579367

MLS Id : PAPH2653792

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: $1465

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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ByOwner last updated this listing 08/04/2026 @ 20:22

MLS: PAPH2653792 LISTED BY: Brad Levinson, KW Empower 215-627-3500 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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