The Dorchester

226 W Rittenhouse, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Condo Building In Rittenhouse Square

Units

538

Stories

30

Year Built

1970

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Units for Rent

2 Available Units

The Dorchester

323,776

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

323,776

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

The Dorchester, a 30-story condominium building, stands prominently in the heart of Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. Completed in 1970, this high-rise features 538 units and offers a blend of modern design with its grid-like facade, large windows, and balconies. Located at the intersection of bustling city life and serene green spaces, The Dorchester provides residents with a unique urban living experience.

The Dorchester is a condominium located in Philadelphia and the 19103 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Philadelphia County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Controlled Access
  • Fitness Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Pool
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Heating
  • Laundry Service
  • Package Service
  • Kitchen
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Tub/Shower
  • Storage Space
  • Pantry

Location

226 W Rittenhouse, Philadelphia,
PA 19103

Neighborhood

Located in Center City Philadelphia, Rittenhouse Square is an upscale neighborhood teeming with luxury retailers, independent boutique stores, art galleries, theaters, cafes, bars, and a wide variety of restaurants. At the neighborhood’s core sits Rittenhouse Square, a tree-filled one-square-block park that hosts numerous festivals, fairs, and farmers markets.

Rittenhouse Square, the park, is one of the five original squares city founder William Penn planned in the late 17th century. Today, it is Philadelphia’s most popular town square, serving as a gathering place and a tranquil reprieve from its bustling surroundings.

Rittenhouse Square, the neighborhood, offers plenty of luxury apartments available for rent in elegant high-rise buildings. Many amenities are situated within walking distance, while access to public transit makes getting around from Rittenhouse Square easy.

Learn More About Rittenhouse Square

Education

College & Universities Distance

Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.4 away
1.4 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi

The Dorchester is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from The Art Inst. of Philadelphia. It is also near Thomas Jefferson University and Drexel Univ., Hahnemann.

Schools

Greenfield Albert M School

Public School

Grades K-8

683 Students

AttendanceZone

9

Out of 10

Franklin Benjamin High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

466 Students

AttendanceZone

2

Out of 10

School of Moorish Science Temp

Private Elementary School

Grades 1-6

0 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

Kindercare Learning Center

Private Elementary School

Grades K

6 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

The Philadelphia School

Private School

Grades PK-8

457 Students

Nearby

0

Out of 10

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 15Th-16Th & Locust St, located 0.4 mile from The Dorchester.

Transit/Subway Distance

Walk: 7 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 7 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Walk: 13 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Walk: 16 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.7 away
1.7 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 3.0 away
3.0 mi
The Dorchester is near Philadelphia International, located 9.5 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 34.4 miles or 51 minutes away.

Airports Distance

Drive: 19 mins drive / 9.5 away
9.5 mi
Drive: 51 mins drive / 34.4 away
34.4 mi
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
98
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
Scores provided by Walk Score

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Dorchester.

Shopping Centers Distance

Walk: 10 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.2 away
1.2 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi
The Dorchester has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Walk: 8 mins walk / 0.4 away
0.4 mi
Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Walk: 12 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Walk: 13 mins walk / 0.7 away
0.7 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
The Dorchester has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Schuylkill River Park, Franklin Institute, and The Academy of Natural Sciences.

Hospitals Distance

Walk: 17 mins walk / 0.9 away
0.9 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
The Dorchester has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minutes drive.