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- Cat friendly
- Dog friendly
- Fitness Center
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Oversize or penthouse units
- Private Balconies
- Resident Lounge
- Rooftop Deck
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Swimming Pool
- Washer/Dryer In Unit
About this Location
In a quiet
neighborhood
neighborhood
Schuylkill Banks
21 min walk
21 min walk
MFL (metro) - 5 min
10 (light rail) - 2 min
10 (light rail) - 2 min
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby
restaurants nearby
Pricing
updated 2 hrs ago
Studio, 1 Bath
$2,121+
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$2,385+
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$3,750+
Schedule Appointment At
(215) 222-1014-
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Business Center
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Game Room
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Grilling Station
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Resident Events
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Resident Lounge
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Rooftop Deck
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Kitchen
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Dishwasher
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Garbage Disposal
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Gas Range
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Granite Countertops
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Stainless Steel Appliances
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Laundry
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Lease Terms
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Online Rent Payment
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Security Deposit
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Living Room
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Air Conditioning
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Hardwood Floors (some units)
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High Ceilings
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Large Windows
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Parking & Transportation
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Bike Storage
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Parking Garage
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Pet Terms & Amenities
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Cat fee
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Cat friendly
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Dog fee
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Dog friendly
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Max Pets Limit
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Pet deposit for cats
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Pet deposit for dogs
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Restricted breeds
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Security & Maintenance
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24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
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24-Hour Front Desk
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Controlled Access
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Sports & Fitness
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Fitness Center
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Swimming Pool
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Yoga Studio
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Storage
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Additional Storage Available
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Pantry Closet
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Unique Unit Types
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Oversize or penthouse units
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View
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Amazing Views
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Private Balconies (some units)
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Overall rating 7.2/10, based on 47 renter reviews Write a review
9.3
Location
7.3
Amenities
6.3
Management
6.6
Value
6.4
Social
8.8
Safety
9
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Arrive University City Review
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Penn SP2 Student
Oct. 22, 2024
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1 bed / 1 bath
9
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Great apartment
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Drexel Medical Student
Jan. 9, 2024
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Avoid if you're a light sleeper
Pros:
- location is great for Penn students, convenient to travel to other parts of Philly by subway/trolley as well
- floorplan pretty nice and spacious
- maintenance responds quickly
Cons:
- Street noise is TERRIBLE. The windows are not soundproof at all, and you can hear street noise all night.
- AC is extremely loud and I can even feel the wall vibrating if I sit close to the AC.
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Local Resident
Nov. 2, 2023
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1 bed / 1 bath
7
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a pretty penny
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Reviewed by
Penn Carey Law Student
Oct. 25, 2023
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Studio / 1 bath
5
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Good Property, Mediocre Management
Title says it all.
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Penn Carey Law Student
Oct. 24, 2023
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1 bed / 1 bath
8
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Basically good
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Penn SP2 Student
Oct. 24, 2023
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Great location, Bad Management
The apartment is a luxury high-rise. The location is very convenient and comfortable. However, the management is unresponsive, disorganized, and disrespectful when interacting with them. Don't expect any help from management.
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Penn Carey Law Student
Oct. 3, 2023
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1 bed / 1 bath
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Close to Law School
Close to Law School
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Penn Carey Law Student
Oct. 3, 2023
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Great for student living if you can afford it
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Oct. 3, 2023
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Arrive
Arrive is a great place to live. It is a 5 minute walk from the school.
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Oct. 28, 2022
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About University City
Sitting west of the Schuylkill River, University City is the scholastic center of West Philadelphia. University City combines the diversity of a college town with the energy of a large metropolitan area. Public parks, farmers markets, restaurants, and theaters, this neighborhood has it all.
Median rents in University City
Studio
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1,300
1 Bedroom
$
2,200
2 Bedroom
$
2,950
Getting around University City
MFL
5 min
10 (light rail)
2 min
13/36 (light rail)
6 min
11/34 (light rail)
6 min
21 (bus)
5 min
LUCYGO (bus)
2 min
40 (bus)
8 min
42 (bus)
9 min
Parking at Arrive University City
Parking Garage
Starting at $250/month
Parking Near Arrive University City
PARK AMERICA Inc
11 min
$210 / month
LAZ 39th & Market Lot
11 min
$225 / month
PARK AMERICA 3101 Market Street
12 min
$225 / month
Parking rates are for informational purposes only and may vary — for most up to date pricing, please reach out to the garage directly.
University City Reviews
158 reviews
Close enough to campus to walk, but far enough away that you don't feel surrounded by just students. Clark Park is lovely, there's something for everybody - farmers market on Saturdays, regular flea markets, off-leash area for dogs, playground, etc. Several coffee shops within 2 blocks and some good places to eat within 5 blocks. Grocery shopping isn't super convenient if you buy a lot at once, but doable if you're just carrying one or two bags. Street parking isn't too bad but gets competitive on the weekends.
I chose the neighborhood for proximity to the school. If I could choose otherwise, I would be over by Rittenhouse or further West around the Clark Park area. It feels a bit commercial in U City (not so charming or friendly). BUT everything you need is here and it is very convenient. The only real downside is an aesthetic one.
Gentrifying area of West Philly, given Penn's presence and expansion into the neighborhood. Easily walkable. Within several blocks of Clark Park, where there are lots of community events and family-friendly activities in addition to walking paths and dog park. Lots of cute shops and restaurants along Baltimore Ave plus great hole-in-the-wall spots if you want to explore a bit more.
I enjoy living in University City. It is perfect if you want to live in a low key area very close to school. Most people in the area are affiliated with Penn, so the community is generally pretty young and active. You are in walking distance from everything you might need. You do not need a car to get around. Even if you plan on spending a good deal of time in Center City, you can get there easily by rail or by Uber. I wouldn't have chosen to live anywhere else during 1L.
I have developed a sincere appreciation for the lifestyle and restaurants in University City over the last few months. UC is excellent for student budgets: for about $12 per person you get an entire feast at The Greek Lady, a giant cold-banishing soup at the Ramen Bar, or a 15-vegetable salad at Axis Pizza. There's a full grocery store (Fresh Grocer), several nice coffeehouses, and did I mention the 3 block walk to class? In terms of safety it's about the same as Rittenhouse or Center City.
Pros:
- Close to campus (~20 min walk, ~8 min trolley ride)
- Generally safe because University City in general has been highly gentrified.
- Charming and diverse community
- CLARK PARK! (and the Farmers' Market!!!)
Cons:
- No nearby grocery stores (except Fresh Grocer which is gross)
- Can be sketchy after dark
- Close to campus (~20 min walk, ~8 min trolley ride)
- Generally safe because University City in general has been highly gentrified.
- Charming and diverse community
- CLARK PARK! (and the Farmers' Market!!!)
Cons:
- No nearby grocery stores (except Fresh Grocer which is gross)
- Can be sketchy after dark
It's hard to pinpoint exactly where University City is right now as a neighborhood, because it's changing so rapidly. It's gone from one of the most dangerous campuses in the country ~5 years ago to incredibly safe. With the new FMC Tower going up at 30th/Walnut, it's hard to say exactly what this area will be like next year... but it's only getting better. It's a nice way to avoid Rittenhouse prices while still being only a stone's throw away from Rittenhouse (and yet at the same time not sacrifice on proximity to campus).
I am right by Clark park which is on the border or UC and West Philly. It is much quieter and more residential. The food scene is incredible with lots of smaller, family-owned restaurants serving food from many different cultures. There have been no major crime issues as well.
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