1213 Walnut
1213 Walnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19107
$2,780 - $5,739
Studio - 2 Beds
University City Associates
4224-4234 Osage Ave,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
Leasing Office:
4104 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
About University City Associates
University City Associates offers affordable off-campus housing, allowing students to live and study comfortably in Philadelphia. Our properties are ideally situated near the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, Walnut Hill College, SJU, and the Institute of the Culinary Arts. Whether you bike, walk, or take the LUCY, you can live off-campus and never be too far from class!
University City Associates 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
- Bike Room
- Renovated Apartments Available
- Laundry On-site
- Online Payments Available
Community Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
Apartment Features
- Heating
- Kitchen
4224-4234 Osage Ave,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
Leasing Office:
4104 Walnut St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
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.
Learn more about living in University City
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| University City | Philadelphia, PA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,972 | $1,408 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,449 | $1,765 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,461 | $2,205 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $2,932 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
University City Associates is within 6 minutes or 0.3 mile from University of the Sciences. It is also near University of Pennsylvania and C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
579 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
323 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
53 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
430 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Baltimore Avenue And 43Rd Street, located 0.1 mile from University City Associates. University City Associates is near Philadelphia International, located 7.5 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 36.5 miles or 55 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 19 min | 7.5 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 55 min | 36.5 mi |
Walkability Near University City Associates
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
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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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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 University City Associates.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
University City Associates has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Penn Museum
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Bartram's Garden
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Schuylkill River Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
University City Associates has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Bartram's Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.3 mi |
University City Associates has 3 hospitals within 3.3 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.8 mi |
University City Associates is 5.8 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.
4224-4234 Osage Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104