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MLS: #PAPH2654950, Listed By: Brad Levinson, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS

4247 Locust Street #918

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

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Bed

Bath

700

Sqft

Description

Tucked into the ninth floor of a building that has anchored this Philadelphia block since 1927, unit 918 rewards the resident who looks a little closer. The elevator opens onto a quiet corridor, and once inside, the apartment opens up in a way that surprises — an airy, open floor plan that makes 700 square feet feel genuinely generous, filled with the kind of natural light that shifts through the day and reminds you that good bones never go out of style. The kitchen is the natural center of gravity here, and it earns that role. Stainless steel appliances — refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and disposal — anchor a space designed for actual cooking, not just reheating. Picture a Sunday morning: the refrigerator stocked from the weekend market run, the dishwasher humming quietly after a d inner party, the counter clear and ready. The open layout means whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation, connected to the living area rather than tucked away behind a wall. It is the kind of kitchen that makes you want to cook more often, and that is not nothing. The bedroom is reached without a single awkward hallway — the open plan keeps the flow intuitive from the moment you walk in. A walk-in closet offers real, usable storage, the kind that makes unpacking feel like settling in rather than compromising. The bathroom is private and well-positioned, completing a layout that simply works. Fairfax Apartments was built in 1927, and that era left its mark in the best ways — the kind of structural confidence and spatial proportion that newer construction rarely replicates. The building has grown into its modern chapter thoughtfully. Residents have access to a fitness center, a game room, a meeting room, and a gated community with elevator access to every floor. Laundry is available in the building, and parking is on-site for those who need it. The dog park is a genuine amenity, not an afterthought — and the building welcomes both cats and dogs, subject to breed restrictions and a deposit, so the whole household can move in together. The neighborhood itself is in the middle of its own story. Established character — the kind of Philadelphia blocks that have kept their identity through decades — sits alongside the energy of new businesses finding their footing, new faces joining longtime residents, the low hum of a community that knows it is in an interesting moment. Independent restaurants, corner shops, and the rhythms of a walkable Philadelphia neighborhood are part of daily life here, and that texture is exactly what makes this address feel like more than just a place to sleep. A ninth-floor apartment in a nearly century-old building, with the conveniences of modern amenity packages and the permanence of pre-war construction — unit 918 at Fairfax Apartments is the kind of place that earns its place in your routine. Philadelphia has a way of rewarding residents who plant themselves somewhere with real history, and this building, on this block, is that kind of somewhere. 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 : 88916617

MLS Id : PAPH2654950

Beds : 1

Living Area Size : 700

Year Built : 1923

County : PHILADELPHIA

Subdivision: University City

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 1

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: 700 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 @ 19:27

MLS: PAPH2654950 LISTED BY: Brad Levinson, KW Empower 215-627-3500 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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