4247 LOCUST ST #2 Philadelphia, PA 19104
1 Bath
220 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 220 sqft
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2651768
Style Traditional,Unit/Flat,Other
Full Baths 1
Abv Grd Liv Area 220
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The kitchen is where this apartment earns its place in your routine. Stainless steel appliances anchor the space with a polished, professional feel, while the dishwasher and disposal make cleanup almost an afterthought. A microwave and refrigerator complete the lineup, so everything you need for a quiet breakfast or an ambitious dinner is already in place. The open layout means the kitchen never feels separate from the rest of your living space — it flows naturally into the room where you unwind, read, or spread out after a long day in the city. The walk-in closet adds a layer of organization that studio living does not always offer, giving you genuine storage without compromise.
Beyond your door, Fairfax Apartments offers a full range of amenities that make the building feel like an extension of your home. A fitness center means your workout is never more than an elevator ride away, and with elevator access throughout, moving through the building is effortless at any hour. A game room and a meeting room give residents options for how they spend their time — whether that looks like a competitive evening among neighbors or a quiet space to work through a presentation. Laundry is available on-site, and the building is gated, adding a layer of ease to your daily comings and goings. For residents who drive, parking is available on the lot. And for those who share their home with a cat or a dog, pets are welcome here, with breed restrictions and a deposit required — the kind of policy that means your four-legged companion is a neighbor, not an exception.
The neighborhood surrounding Fairfax Apartments carries the particular character that defines this stretch of Philadelphia — a city that layers its history openly, where a 1927 building does not feel like a relic but like a thread in a living fabric. Long-standing local businesses and newer arrivals exist side by side, and the rhythm of the street changes gradually enough that you notice the seasons more than the years. There is something grounding about living in a building with this kind of age and presence, in a part of the city where people tend to know the name of the person who makes their coffee.
When the day calls you back out into Philadelphia, the city is ready to meet you. The surrounding streets connect easily to the broader grid of the city, and the kind of access that makes urban living feel fluid rather than frantic is built into where Fairfax sits. Whether your day pulls you toward Center City or keeps you closer to home, the building's location makes the transition simple. That ease of movement — in and out, morning and evening — is part of what makes a small, well-built apartment feel larger than its square footage suggests. 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)
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
Private Pool No
Building
Story 1
Unit Features Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 220
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 220
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
