1 Bed
1 Bath
624 SqFt
1 Bed
1 Bath
624 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Condo
Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 624 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2627478
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 624
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The kitchen anchors daily life with stainless steel appliances including full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and disposal that transform meal preparation from chore to pleasure. Open sightlines connect cooking space to living areas where morning coffee flows seamlessly into evening wind-down routines. The bedroom retreat offers generous proportions and that coveted walk-in closet that actually fits your wardrobe plus seasonal storage.
Step outside your door and Spruce Hill's revitalization unfolds around you. University City's creative energy pulses through new cafes and established neighborhood gems while tree-canopied streets maintain the residential charm that drew families here for decades. Locust Street's walkable rhythm puts daily errands within easy reach while maintaining the quiet residential feel that makes coming home feel like an escape.
Back inside Fairfax Apartments, amenities elevate everyday living beyond your private space. The fitness center downstairs means no gym membership juggling or weather excuses. The game room becomes your go-to for casual entertaining when your unit feels too intimate for gathering friends. Community laundry facilities handle the practical while the meeting room accommodates everything from remote work calls to resident social hours.
Your four-legged family members find welcome here with both cats and dogs accepted under pet-friendly policies, though breed restrictions apply so confirm your specific companion qualifies. The dedicated dog park on-site means morning walks and evening play sessions happen steps from your front door rather than requiring neighborhood searches for suitable green space.
Parking lot access eliminates the University City parking puzzle that plagues so many residents, while elevator service ensures grocery runs and furniture deliveries never become endurance tests. The gated community provides security peace of mind without fortress-like isolation from the neighborhood energy that makes this location special.
Spruce Hill represents West Philadelphia's most successful neighborhood evolution story, blending longtime community roots with university district innovation. Your daily routine flows naturally from coffee at the corner spot to evening strolls through streets where Victorian architecture houses young professionals, graduate students, and established families in comfortable proximity.
This is where University City living finds its sweet spot between urban energy and residential calm, where your morning routine works and your evening plans happen within walking distance. 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.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19104 (19104)
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Flat, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Other, Efficiency
Hot Water Other
Heating Other
Cooling Other
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances
Furnishings No
Fireplace N
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliances
Heat Source Other
Laundry Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Common, Basement, Main Floor, Shared, Washer In Unit
Exterior
Garage Spaces 1.0
Amenities Available Bar/Lounge, Common Grounds, Community Center, Elevator, Exercise Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Laundry Facilities, Meeting Room, Party Room, Picnic Area, Recreational Center, Security, Other, Dog Park, Gated Community, Spa, Extra Storage
Water Access N
Accessibility Other
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage N
Building
Story 1
Unit Features Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 624
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional, Unit/Flat, Other
Level or Stories 1
Additional Building Above Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Pets Allowed Y
HOA Fee Include Common Area Maintenance,Custodial Services Maintenance,Ext Bldg Maint,Lawn Maintenance,Recreation Facility,Security Gate,Other
Senior Community No
Tax ID NO TAX RECORD
Ownership Other
SqFt Source 624
Security Features 24 hour security,Desk in Lobby,Resident Manager,Smoke Detector
Pets Allowed Case by Case Basis, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Pet Addendum/Deposit, Size/Weight Restriction
Nearby Locations
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