Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia Avenue Of The Arts South

$1,700 / Month

1420 Locust St Unit 15B

Philadelphia, PA 19102

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215-740-9251

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

521 sq ft
Available

Available Mar 31

1420 Locust St Unit 15B

About This Home

Available Mar 31

Fantastic opportunity on the 15th Floor of a great building!! Southeast facing 1-bedroom with many windows at Academy House, ready to move in! Entry foyer leads to an updated eat-in kitchen w/large pantry to open living/dining space and a generous sized separate bedroom with great closet space, all with spectacular sunrise city views from the 15th Floor! Hallways are newly renovated. On-site storage and garage parking available for an extra fee. Academy House is located off Avenue of the Arts near the theater, restaurants, galleries and close to Rittenhouse Square and Washington Square West. 24-hour desk person and 24-hour maintenance. Rent includes heat, air conditioning, electricity, water, use of pool, health club and rooftop sundeck. Residents of Academy House enjoy a 24-hour doorman and a state-of-the-art fitness and aquatic center. There is valet parking in the building's garage for an additional monthly fee, subject to availability.

1420 Locust St is an apartment community located in Philadelphia County and the 19102 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Academy House

552 Units 37 Stories Built in 1977 721,541 Sq Ft

Academy House, a 37-story high-rise condominium completed in 1977, stands as a prominent fixture in Philadelphia's coveted Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. With 552 units, this modern structure offers residents a prime location in the city's cultural and commercial center. The building's curved facade, featuring a mix of glass and brick elements, provides a distinctive silhouette against the Philadelphia skyline. Situated at the intersection of urban convenience and residential comfort, Academy House caters to those seeking a dynamic city lifestyle with the amenities of a full-service condominium.

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Listed by Maripatricia King | Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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Neighborhood

The Avenue of the Arts South has become Philadelphia’s most significant street. With numerous performing arts theaters and a diverse culture, this neighborhood is the epitome of an artistic hub and stands true to its name. You’ll never tire of the live shows that take place throughout the year, with theaters ranging from historic and elegant to large and modern.

Catch a live performance at Kimmel Center, explore the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, or discover some important landmarks around town. In the heart of Philadelphia, you’ll discover Dilworth Park. This park is the city’s true centerpiece with lush lawns and a fountain that converts into an ice skating rink in the winter. Dilworth Park features seasonal events, art festivals, live music, outdoor movies, and more!

Adjacent to Dilworth Park is the Philadelphia City Hall, a historic building featuring a well-known historical monument, the William Penn Statue.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
The Art Inst. of Philadelphia	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Thomas Jefferson University	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Moore College of Art & Design	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi
Drexel Univ., Hahnemann	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi

1420 Locust St Unit 15B is within 6 minutes or 0.3 mile from The Art Inst. of Philadelphia. It is also near Thomas Jefferson University and Drexel Univ., Hahnemann.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 15Th-16Th & Locust St, located 0.1 mile from 1420 Locust St Unit 15B. 1420 Locust St Unit 15B is near Philadelphia International, located 8.9 miles or 20 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 34.3 miles or 50 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
15Th-16Th & Locust St	Walk:	1 min	0.1 mi
Walnut-Locust	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
12Th-13Th & Locust St	Walk:	5 min	0.3 mi
15Th St - Mfl	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Lombard-South	Walk:	6 min	0.4 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Suburban Station	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Market East	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Philadelphia 30Th Street	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
Penn Medicine Station	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Temple University	Drive:	9 min	3.5 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Philadelphia International	Drive:	20 min	8.9 mi
Trenton Mercer	Drive:	50 min	34.3 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

100 / 100

Somewhat Drivable

Drivability

30 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

Scores provided by

Busy

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63 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1420 Locust St Unit 15B.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
The Shops At Liberty Place	Walk:	6 min	0.4 mi
Reading Terminal	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Lincoln Square	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi

1420 Locust St Unit 15B has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
The Academy of Natural Sciences	Drive:	2 min	1.1 mi
Franklin Institute	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Schuylkill River Park	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Fels Planetarium	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Independence National Historical Park	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi

1420 Locust St Unit 15B has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including The Academy of Natural Sciences, Schuylkill River Park, and Franklin Institute.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital	Walk:	10 min	0.6 mi
Pennsylvania Hospital	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Wills Eye Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi

1420 Locust St Unit 15B has 3 hospitals within 1.2 miles, the nearest is Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is 0.6 mile away and a 10 minute walk.