1213 Walnut
1213 Walnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19107
$2,375 - $5,724
Studio - 2 Beds
The Branden
4035 Chestnut St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
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The Branden
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- Furnished Units Available
- Walk To Campus
- Elevator
- Hardwood Floors
About The Branden
Welcome to The Branden! Now Leasing a Spacious Studio apartments in the heart of University City! At The Branden, our apartments come with the comfort of community and affordable rates in the heart of the University City! Enjoy built in storage, hardwood floors, and large windows! The apartment features 24 hour emergency maintenance and a flat utility fee which includes heat, hot water, and gas, and high speed internet is provided in the building! 40th & Chestnut is conveniently located only a few blocks from UPenn and Drexel campuses! Walk to class, local shops, restaurants and much more! Call or Email Us Today For More Information! Key Features: -24 Hour Emergency Maintenance -On-Site Laundry -Bike Rack in the Lobby! -Flat Rate Utility Fee: $30 Per Person/Month Covers Gas, Heat, and Water! -Hardwood Floors -Convenient to Local Shops, Restaurants, and Just Steps To Class! -Close to Public Transportation
The Branden 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
- Flat Utility Fees
- Pet Friendly!
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Recycling
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Furnished Units Available
- Recycling
- Elevator
- Vintage Building
- Bicycle Storage
- Private Bathroom
- Walk To Campus
Apartment Features
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
- Hardwood Floors
- Furnished
4035 Chestnut St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
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 | $1,595 | $1,408 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,545 | $1,765 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,172 | $2,205 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,180 | $2,932 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
The Branden 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
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
282 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
579 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
475 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
298 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
63 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 40Th Street, located 0.2 mile from The Branden. The Branden is near Philadelphia International, located 9.2 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 35.9 miles or 53 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 19 min | 9.2 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 53 min | 35.9 mi |
Walkability Near The Branden
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
Traffic
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CalmBusinesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Branden.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
The Branden 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
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi |
|
University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Schuylkill River Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Please Touch Museum
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.4 mi |
The Branden has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Schuylkill River Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi |
The Branden has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 0.4 mile away and a 6 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi |
The Branden is 6.0 miles and a 12 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
4035 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104