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
- Online Payments Available
- Renovated Kitchens/Bathrooms available
- Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)
- Laundry On-site
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative FeePer prospective resident$175
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Application Fee$45
- Parking
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Surface LotSubject to availability$140/mo1 Max, Assigned Parking
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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12 months
Property Information
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Built in 1915
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30 units/4 stories
- Laundry Facilities
- Walk-Up
- Online Payments Available
- Renovated Kitchens/Bathrooms available
- Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)
- Laundry On-site
Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
Friday | 9am - 6pm |
Saturday | 11am - 4pm |
Sunday | Closed |
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 CityColleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |

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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 40Th Street, located 0.3 mile from University City Associates. University City Associates is near Philadelphia International, located 9.1 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 35.7 miles or 53 minutes away.
Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.9 mi |
Airports | Distance | ||
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Airports | Distance | ||
Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 19 min | 9.1 mi |
Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 53 min | 35.7 mi |
Time and distance from University City Associates.
Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
Penn Museum
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
Schuylkill River Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
Franklin Institute
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Hospitals | Distance | ||
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Hospitals | Distance | ||
Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
Drive: | 8 min | 2.5 mi |
Military Bases | Distance | ||
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Military Bases | Distance | ||
Drive: | 12 min | 5.8 mi |
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