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MLS: #PAPH2670678, Listed By: Brad Levinson, KW Empower, Source:Bright MLS

4247 Locust Street #607

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

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Overview

Bed

Bath

220

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Tucked into a storied corner of University City, this studio at Fairfax Apartments reveals itself as something more than its footprint suggests. Built in 1927, the building carries the quiet confidence of a structure that has watched the neighborhood evolve through nearly a century of change — from the trolley-era rhythms of West Philadelphia to the layered, creative energy that defines this stretch of Locust Street today. Step inside and the open floor plan immediately does its work, drawing the eye across the full length of the space and letting the room breathe in a way that defies its 220 square feet. The kitchen anchors the studio with a stainless steel appliance suite that includes a dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator — everything a home cook or a weeknight-takeout co nvert needs within arm's reach. Imagine a Saturday morning here: the refrigerator stocked from the weekend market run, the microwave humming quietly, the counters clear and ready. The open layout means that whoever is cooking is never cut off from the rest of the room, never isolated behind a wall. It is a kitchen designed for the kind of living where the boundary between preparing a meal and simply being at home disappears entirely. Storage, often the first casualty in a compact studio, holds its own here. A walk-in closet offers genuine room to organize a full wardrobe without compromise, a feature that transforms the way a small space actually functions day to day. The open floor plan, rather than parceling the room into rigid zones, gives you the freedom to arrange the space around your life rather than the other way around. Life at Fairfax Apartments extends well beyond the front door of unit 607. The building's amenity collection is substantial for a structure of its vintage and character. A fitness center means the morning workout is an elevator ride away. A game room offers a casual social outlet without leaving the building. A meeting room is available for those moments when working from home requires a proper setting. Laundry is in-house, a convenience that accumulates into genuine quality-of-life over time. The building is gated, and elevator access makes the sixth floor feel effortless rather than earned. For residents with pets, Fairfax Apartments is a genuinely welcoming address. Cats and dogs are permitted, subject to a deposit and breed restrictions, and a dedicated dog park gives four-legged residents their own place to decompress. Parking is available on-site via the parking lot, a meaningful amenity in a neighborhood where street parking can feel like a competitive sport. University City itself is the kind of neighborhood that rewards the people who take the time to know it. Long-standing family-owned businesses share blocks with independent coffee shops, and the mix of students, researchers, artists, and long-term residents gives the area a texture that is genuinely difficult to replicate. Locust Street in particular has a quieter, more residential character than the avenues that frame it, and that quality filters into daily life here — a walk to pick up groceries feels like a stroll rather than an errand. This is a home for someone who values a well-located, efficiently designed space in a building with real history and real amenities, set inside one of Philadelphia's most dynamic and walkable neighborhoods. Daily life here has a rhythm that is hard to leave once you have settled into it. 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 : 91252719

MLS Id : PAPH2670678

Living Area Size : 220 Sq. Ft

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

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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