4247 Locust Street , Unit 815 • Philadelphia, PA 19104

$1,465.00 / Monthly Beds: 0 • Baths: 1 full • Sq. Feet: 472 • MLS ID: PAPH2648284 • Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY • School Dist: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Built in 1927 and reborn for modern living, this studio at Fairfax Apartments carries the quiet dignity of a building that has watched nearly a century of Philadelphia unfold outside its windows. At 472 square feet, the layout proves that a thoughtfully arranged space can feel complete without feeling cramped — every square foot earns its place. The open floor plan lets the living area breathe. Without a wall carving the room into isolated corners, your furniture arrangement becomes a conversation rather than a compromise. Natural light moves through the space as the hours pass, shifting the mood from the bright clarity of a weekday morning to the warmer, softer glow of an evening winding down. The walk-in closet tucks away what you need tucked away, and the entry-level bedroom configuration keeps your sleeping space accessible and grounded. Nothing about the layout asks you to work too hard to feel settled. In the kitchen, stainless steel appliances line up with quiet efficiency. A dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator cover the daily essentials so that cooking at home feels like a choice you made, not a chore you inherited. The open design means the kitchen stays part of the conversation even when you're the one standing at the counter — no wall separating the person making dinner from the rest of the room. Fairfax Apartments surrounds all of this with a set of amenities that extend your living space well beyond the front door of unit 815. The fitness center means your morning workout doesn't require a commute of its own. The game room and meeting room give you options for the evenings and weekends that don't fit neatly into a living room setting. When the building is your community, those shared spaces start to feel like yours. The gated access and elevator service add a layer of ease to the everyday — grocery bags, late arrivals, and rainy Tuesdays all handled without negotiation. On-site laundry and a parking lot round out the practical side of building life, and the dog park means four-legged residents get their own version of the amenity package. Cats and dogs are both welcome here, with breed restrictions and a deposit required. Philadelphia's character runs deep in a building like this one, where the bones of 1927 still shape the proportions of the corridors and the rhythm of the facade. The city around Fairfax has continued to grow into itself — neighborhood coffee shops, local restaurants, and the connective tissue of transit that makes Philadelphia genuinely livable without a car. Whether you are commuting toward Center City or simply moving through the day at your own pace, the city outside the front door is ready to meet you. This is not just a place to sleep — it is a place to belong to a building, a block, and a city that has been holding its shape for a long time and intends to keep doing so. Pricing and availability subject to change on a daily basis. Photos are of model units. Parking may be available subject to availability and may be an additional fee. View this listing at: http://rjtteam.com/mls=PAPH2648284

Property Features

  • Year Built: 1923
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • Additional Structures: Above Grade
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Total Garage/Parking Spaces: 1
  • Pet Restrictions: Case by Case Basis, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Pet Addendum/Deposit, Size/Weight Restriction
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Energy Efficient Appliances,Exhaust Fan,Freezer,Microwave,Oven/Range - Electric,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Washer,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Community Amenities: Bar/Lounge,Common Grounds,Community Center,Elevator,Exercise Room,Fitness Center,Game Room,Laundry Facilities,Meeting Room,Party Room,Picnic Area,Recreational Center,Security,Other,Dog Park,Gated Community,Spa,Extra Storage
  • SQFT Total Finished: 472
  • SQFT Above Finished: 472
  • Exterior: Flood Lights,Lawn Sprinkler,Play Area,Play Equipment,Sidewalks,Other
  • Interior: Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Combination Dining/Living,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Combination Kitchen/Living,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Flat,Floor Plan - Open,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Island,Kitchen - Gourmet,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Wood Floors,Other,Efficiency

School Information

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Printed July 16, 2026


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