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University Square - A Senior Community
3901 Market St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
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About University Square - A Senior Community
University Square is a community for those aged 62 or better as well as for disabled or handicapped individuals. Our pet friendly community includes all utilities in monthly rent and offers amenities such as an exercise room, resident activities, an on site market, and a 24 hour courtesy patrol. Section 8 housing is available. Call us to learn more!
University Square - A Senior Community 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
- Community Room
- Convenient Location
- Planned Activities
- All Utilities Included
- Shared Laundry Room
- Pet Friendly
- Senior Housing
- Convenience Store
- Courtesy Patrol
- Housing Vouchers Welcome
- Income Guidelines Apply
- Near Public Transportation
- On-site Recycling
- Laundry Facility
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Clubhouse
Location
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Located just west of Center City, University City is named after the many universities that inhabit the neighborhood, including the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. Naturally, the neighborhood is a top choice for many students, faculty, and staff seeking a rental close to campus.
There is a broad range of rental options in University City, featuring high-rise condos, upscale apartments, renovated lofts, and elegant townhomes in a walkable environment. The community enjoys access to an array of diverse restaurants, shops, bars, cafes, and markets clustered on Chestnut Street, Walnut Street, and Baltimore Avenue.
In addition to a walkable layout, University City boasts convenience to the SEPTA Market-Frankford Line and Trolley Lines 11, 13, and 36. The many vibrant offerings of Center City are just across the Schuylkill River as well.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
University Square - A Senior Community is within 14 minutes or 0.7 mile from University of Pennsylvania. It is also near Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main and C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-4
290 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
294 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
298 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-4
30 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 40Th St & Filbert St, located 0.1 mile from University Square - A Senior Community. University Square - A Senior Community is near Philadelphia International, located 9.4 miles or 20 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 36.1 miles or 54 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 20 min | 9.4 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 54 min | 36.1 mi |
Time and distance from University Square - A Senior Community.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
University Square - A Senior Community has 3 shopping centers within 1.9 miles, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Penn Museum
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Schuylkill River Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Franklin Institute
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
University Square - A Senior Community has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Schuylkill River Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
University Square - A Senior Community has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 0.1 mile away and a 2 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.1 mi |
University Square - A Senior Community is 6.1 miles and a 13 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
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3901 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19104