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Universal Court 1

1500 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 Leasing Office: 800 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

2.9 (10 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $812 - $1,387

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 4 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2.5 ba

  • Square Feet

    630 - 1,473 sq ft

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Move-in Special

Application fee waived for voucher holder

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Property Manager on Site

Pricing & Floor Plans

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3 Bed 2.5 Bath
$1,387 3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,109 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Base Price
Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit 1442A
    price $1,387
    square feet 1,109
    availibility Now
1 Bed 1 Bath
$812 1 Bed 1 Bath 630 Sq Ft
Not Available
2 Bed 1.5 Bath
$970 2 Beds 1.5 Baths 788 Sq Ft
Not Available
4 Bed 2.5 Bath
$1,241 4 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,473 Sq Ft
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3 Bed 2.5 Bath
$1,387 3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,109 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 1442A
    price $1,387
    square feet 1,109
    availibility Now
1 Bed 1 Bath
$812 1 Bed 1 Bath 630 Sq Ft
Not Available
2 Bed 1.5 Bath
$970 2 Beds 1.5 Baths 788 Sq Ft
Not Available
4 Bed 2.5 Bath
$1,241 4 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,473 Sq Ft
Not Available
* 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.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $25

No Pets Allowed

No Parking Available

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal

Property Information

  • Built in 1915
  • 161 units/5 stories

About Universal Court 1

**INCOME RESTRICTED PROPERTY** **We do have a waitlist , but currently accepting applications *** Come home to convenient living at Universal Properties. Enjoy life on beautiful tree-lined streets, with easy access to transportation, shopping, and entertainment. Choose from a variety of spacious apartments, each with ample closet space and modern amenities. The Universal Properties is right where you want to be.

Universal Court 1 is an apartment community located in Philadelphia County and the 19146 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.

Contact

Property Address: 1500 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Leasing Office: 800 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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Language: English
Closed Today
  • Monday & Tuesday, 8:30am - 5pm
  • Wednesday, Closed
  • Thursday & Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Tub/Shower

Disposal

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Window Coverings

Income Restrictions

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

How To Qualify

Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.
# Persons Annual Income
1 $33,850
2 $38,650
3 $43,500
4 $48,300
5 $52,200
6 $56,050
Location
1500 Christian St, Philadelphia,
PA 19146
Leasing Office: 800 S 13th St, Philadelphia,
PA 19147
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Neighborhood

Nestled just southwest of the heart of Center City, Southwest Center City is a revitalized neighborhood strewn alongside the Schuylkill River. The neighborhood’s many alluring rentals include stylish lofts, modern apartments, and charming townhomes. Southwest Center City boasts excellent walkability, partly due to its layout and partly due to its ideal location.

The University of Pennsylvania, both a premier Ivy League institution and the area’s number one employer, lies just across the Schuylkill River from the neighborhood and is accessible within a 10-minute walk. Southwest Center City also sits within walking distance of SEPTA’s Ellsworth-Federal Station, which is served by the Broad Street Line. Major city attractions are just steps away as well, including Rittenhouse Square, the Kimmel Center, and Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Southwest Center City Philadelphia, PA
Studio $1,538 $1,410
1 Bedroom $1,937 $1,765
2 Bedrooms $2,304 $2,207
3 Bedrooms $3,574 $2,949
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Window Coverings
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal Included
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
The Art Inst. of Philadelphia
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Thomas Jefferson University
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Moore College of Art & Design
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Drexel Univ., Hahnemann
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Universal Court 1 is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from The Art Inst. of Philadelphia. It is also near Thomas Jefferson University and Drexel Univ., Hahnemann.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Edwin M Stanton School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
322 Students
Attendance Zone
Creative And Performing Arts
Public High School
Grades 9-12
743 Students
Nearby
New Visions Learning Center
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
29 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Ellsworth-Federal, located 0.3 mile from Universal Court 1. Universal Court 1 is near Philadelphia International, located 8.3 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 34.7 miles or 52 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Ellsworth-Federal
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Lombard-South
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
15Th-16Th & Locust St
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Walnut-Locust
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
12Th-13Th & Locust St
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Suburban Station
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Market East
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Penn Medicine Station
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Philadelphia 30Th Street
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
49Th Street
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
Drive: 19 min 8.3 mi
Trenton Mercer
Drive: 52 min 34.7 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Universal Court 1.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Lincoln Square
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Wing Phat Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Dung Phat Plaza
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Universal Court 1 has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Schuylkill River Park
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
The Academy of Natural Sciences
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Franklin Institute
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Independence National Historical Park
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Universal Court 1 has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Schuylkill River Park, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, and The Academy of Natural Sciences.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Pennsylvania Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Wills Eye Hospital
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Universal Court 1 has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Philadelphia Naval Busi Center
Drive: 10 min 4.0 mi
Universal Court 1 is 4.0 miles and a 10 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Universal Court 1 have in-unit laundry?

Universal Court 1 has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Universal Court 1?

Select utilities are included in rent at Universal Court 1, including water and trash removal. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Universal Court 1?

Parking is not available at Universal Court 1. Contact this property to explore nearby options.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Universal Court 1 has one to four-bedrooms with rent ranges from $812/mo. to $1,387/mo.

Is Universal Court 1 pet-friendly?

Universal Court 1 does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at Universal Court 1?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $812 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $32,480 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Universal Court 1 have move-in specials?

Universal Court 1 is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $812.

Does Universal Court 1 offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Universal Court 1 does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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