SOLO on Chestnut - 4233
4233 Chestnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19104
$1,250 - $3,460 | Studio - 3 Beds
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.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in University City is $2,532 for a studio, $3,353 for one bedroom, and $4,475 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in University City has increased by 3.6% in the past year.
Studio
500 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,532/month
Average Rent
1 BR
758 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,353/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,129 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$4,475/month
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.