1213 Walnut
1213 Walnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19107
$2,545 - $5,405
Studio - 2 Beds
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA Area Guide
A culture of peerless scholarship since 1740
Private
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Ivy League
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Historic
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Walkable
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Public Transportation
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Septa
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Trolley
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Founded by none other than Benjamin Franklin in 1740, Penn is one of America’s most historic and prestigious universities. Students not only get the benefit of an Ivy League education, but the campus location provides direct access to all the resources and attractions in the heart of Philadelphia. The University Museum is one of the premier archaeological galleries in the nation, and the many of the gorgeous campus buildings are included in the University of Pennsylvania Historic District. The Powelton Village and Spruce Hill neighborhoods are popular areas for students and faculty members to seek housing, with both offering convenient access to the campus. However, folks seeking to balance their time between the university and the Center City area may want to consider looking for apartments on the east bank of the Shuykill River—rent tends to be a little pricier on this side, but Philadelphia’s finest attractions will be in your backyard and the university is just a short walk or trolley ride across the Market Street bridge.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Philadelphia, PA is $1,410 for a studio, $1,766 for one bedroom, $2,206 for two bedrooms, and $2,946 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Philadelphia has increased by 0.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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453 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,410/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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665 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,766/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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962 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,206/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,314 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,946/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA (University) is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
In University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA (University), daily errands are quick and hassle-free.
Supermarket Within a 10 Minute Walk
Groceries
80
/ 100
Exceptional Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
90
/ 100
Great Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
80
/ 100
Great Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
80
/ 100
Recreation
University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Exceptional Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
90
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Highly Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
80
/ 100
Good Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
70
/ 100
Very Noisy
Quiet Score
30
/ 100
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Grades K-8
628 Students
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Grades K-12
579 Students
Masterman Julia R Secondary School
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Grades K-12
1,186 Students
Public
Grades K-8
579 Students
Public
Grades K-8
683 Students
Public
Grades K-8
628 Students
Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP)
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Grades K-12
579 Students
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2,364 Students
Masterman Julia R Secondary School
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Grades K-12
1,186 Students
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Grades 9-12
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Grades 9-12
1,282 Students
Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP)
Public
Grades K-12
579 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Penn Museum
- University of Pennsylvania Observatory
- Schuylkill River Park
- Franklin Institute
- Fels Planetarium
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
Airports
- Philadelphia International
- Trenton Mercer
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