Pets Allowed

Address

4247 Locust Street # 607, Philadelphia, PA

Listing Type

ACTIVE

Price

$ 1,215

Property Attributes

MLS#PAPH2670678
TypeRentals
Listing Status ACTIVE
CountyPHILADELPHIA
CityPhiladelphia
Area19104
NeighborhoodUniversity City
Zip19104
StyleTraditional,Unit/Flat
Year Built1923
Price$ 1,215
Bedrooms0
Full Bathrooms1
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage220

Data Source:

Bright MLS

Property Description

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 convert 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.

Price History
9/15/2026	Listed $1,215

General Features

Living Area	220
Sewer	Public Sewer
Heating	Other
Cooling	Other
Appliances	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
Association Fee Includes	Common Area Maintenance,Custodial Services Maintenance,Ext Bldg Maint,Lawn Maintenance,Recreation Facility,Security Gate,Other
Architectural Style	Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Security Deposit	350.0
Security Features	24 hour security,Desk in Lobby,Resident Manager,Smoke Detector
Construction Materials	Other
School District	THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Pets Allowed	Case by Case Basis,Cats OK,Dogs OK,Number Limit,Pet Addendum/Deposit,Size/Weight Restriction
Year Built	1923
Tenant Pays	Utilities - All
Levels	1
Unit Number	607
Cool Fuel	Other
Accessibility	Other
County	PHILADELPHIA
New Construction	No
Property Type	Residential Lease
Association Amenities	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 Com
Subdivision Name	UNIVERSITY CITY
Pets Allowed Y/N	Yes
Garage Y/N	No
Water Access Y/N	No
Other Structures	Above Grade
Transportation	Bus Stop less than 1 mile,Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles,Commuter Lots less than 5 miles,Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
Full Baths	1
Status	ACTIVE
Directions	Located on Locust Street
City	PHILADELPHIA
Senior Community Y/N	No
MLS Area	19104 (19104)
Structure Type	Unit/Flat/Apartment
Bathrooms Full Main Level	1
Bathrooms Count Main Level	1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG	5.52
Vacation Rental Y/N	No
Total SQFT	220
Availability Date	2026-09-14
Standard Status	Active
Year Built Source	Estimated

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	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 - Isla
Heating Fuel	Other
Furnished Y/N	No
Hot Water	Other
Basement (Y/N)	No
Heating Y/N	Yes
Fireplace Y/N	No
Above Grade Finished Area	220
Central Air Y/N	No
Entry Level	6
LivingAreaSource	Estimated
Laundry Type	Has Laundry,Dryer In Unit,Common,Basement,Main Floor,Shared,Washer In Unit
Above Grade Finished Area Source	Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Total Baths	1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities	Flood Lights,Lawn Sprinkler,Play Area,Play Equipment,Sidewalks,Other
Pool	No Pool
Water Source	Public
Type of Parking	Off Street
Water View Y/N	No
Waterfront Y/N	No
Navigable Water Y/N	No
Water Oriented Y/N	No