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40th & Chestnut

4042 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Furnished Units Available

About 40th & Chestnut

40th & Chestnut offers you convenience, location and ease. With Free shuttle service to campus, you will find 40th & Chestnut and great place to live in University City. You are around the corner from the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University and University of the Sciences. Call today!

40th & Chestnut is an apartment community located in Philadelphia County and the 19104 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Student Housing
  • Great Location
  • Oversized Closets
  • University Shuttle Service
  • Emergency Maintenance
  • Granite Countertops
  • Some Paid Utilities

Community Amenities

  • Furnished Units Available
  • Fitness Center

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Granite Countertops

Microwave

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Security System
  • Intercom
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

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Location
4042 Chestnut St, Philadelphia,
PA 19104
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Neighborhood

Situated in West Philadelphia’s University City District, Spruce Hill is a charming neighborhood teeming with historic residences, multicultural eateries, and lush spruce trees. The scenic Clark Park serves as a tranquil reprieve from Spruce Hill’s dynamic urban environment, as well as a host to plenty of popular community events.

Close proximity to numerous hospitals and universities, including the prestigious University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, makes the neighborhood a top choice for a diverse range of residents. Spruce Hill boasts a walkable environment along with convenient access to SEPTA bus routes and trolley lines. Center City sits just three miles east of the neighborhood, providing residents with a bevy of metropolitan amenities.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Spruce Hill Philadelphia, PA
Studio $1,596 $1,409
1 Bedroom $1,538 $1,748
2 Bedrooms $2,175 $2,190
3 Bedrooms $2,206 $2,957
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of Pennsylvania
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
University of the Sciences
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
40th & Chestnut is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from University of Pennsylvania. It is also near C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr and University of the Sciences.
Schools
Lea Henry C School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Locke Alain School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Attendance Zone
West Philadelphia High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
The Islamic Education School - Philadelphia
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Philadelphia Elwyn Institute
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Davidson School-Philadelphia
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 40Th Street, located 0.2 mile from 40th & Chestnut. 40th & Chestnut is near Philadelphia International, located 9.2 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 35.8 miles or 53 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
40Th Street
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
40Th-Market
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
40Th St & Filbert St
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Baltimore Ave & 41St St
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
40Th Street Portal
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Penn Medicine Station
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
49Th Street
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Philadelphia 30Th Street
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Suburban Station
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Angora
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
 Drive: 19 min 9.2 mi
Trenton Mercer
 Drive: 53 min 35.8 mi

Walkability Near 40th & Chestnut

Walker's Paradise
93
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
90
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
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0
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Busy
67
Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Airport:

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 40th & Chestnut.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Shops At Penn
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
9-37 N 52nd St
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Grays Ferry Gateway
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
40th & Chestnut has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Penn Museum
 Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
University of Pennsylvania Observatory
 Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Schuylkill River Park
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Philadelphia Zoo
 Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Please Touch Museum
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
40th & Chestnut has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Schuylkill River Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Drive: 8 min 2.7 mi
40th & Chestnut has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 0.3 mile away and a 6 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Philadelphia Naval Busi Center
Drive: 12 min 5.9 mi
40th & Chestnut is 5.9 miles and a 12 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.

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