4247 LOCUST ST #511 Philadelphia, PA 19104
1 Bed
1 Bath
680 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Condo
Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 680 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2666112
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 680
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
That kitchen is well-appointed and ready for everyday use. Stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, a disposal, a microwave, and a full refrigerator are all in place, which means your first morning here looks less like unpacking and more like making coffee and getting on with it. The counters have room to work, and the layout does not force you into corners. Cooking at home feels like a reasonable choice rather than a compromise.
The bedroom is generously sized for a one-bedroom apartment, and the walk-in closet brings a level of storage that smaller units in this neighborhood rarely offer. There is real space here for a full wardrobe, luggage, and everything else that tends to overflow in tighter floor plans. The bathroom is clean, functional, and accessible from the bedroom without awkward hallway traffic. An entry-level bedroom configuration means the transition from living space to sleeping space is straightforward and private.
Fairfax Apartments carries its 1927 bones well. The building is gated, served by an elevator, and equipped with on-site laundry, which keeps daily logistics simple. Residents have access to a fitness center for morning workouts, a game room for less structured evenings, and a meeting room when the apartment itself is not quite the right setting for focused work. Parking is available on the lot, which matters in a neighborhood where street parking requires patience. The dog park on the property makes life considerably easier if you are bringing a cat or a dog along — pets are welcome here, with cats and dogs both permitted subject to breed restrictions and a deposit.
University City is a neighborhood that rewards the decision to live without a car, even if you keep one. The blocks around Locust Street put you within easy reach of the shops, restaurants, and institutions that make this corner of Philadelphia feel like a complete place to live. The energy here is particular — academic and residential at once, with enough going on at street level to make an evening walk feel purposeful. The proximity to Center City via the regional transit network means that getting downtown for work, dinner, or anything else does not require planning so much as just leaving.
What makes a one-bedroom apartment work over time is not any single feature but the accumulation of small decisions that reduce friction. The open kitchen keeps the space social. The walk-in closet keeps clutter contained. The elevator means your grocery run ends at your door. The fitness center means your morning routine does not require leaving the building. At 511, the details line up in a way that makes the daily rhythm feel easy from the first week forward. 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
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
Garage N
Private Pool No
Building
Story 1
Unit Features Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 680
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 680
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
