Great location, right on the park with 21/42 bus stop directly outside the front door. Building is somewhat old but in good condition. Elevators run frequently, I almost never have to wait on the 15th floor. Laundry is paid and in the basement, but usually there are machines open. Apartments are in need of a refurbishment (older appliances, carpeting), but are generally in good condition. Management is very responsive, usually respond to maintenance requests within 24 hours. Doormen are really friendly. No extras (pool, gym, business center, etc.)

Convenient location + spacious 1 bedrooms (window in kitchen) but no gym

In my opinion, The Wellington is one of the best choices for Wharton student housing, though is underutilized. The building's location is the best -- right on the Walnut Street side of Rittenhouse Square (I have a view of the park), with the 21 and 42 bus stops just outside the door, as well as La Colombe Coffee. The management, doormen, and maintenance staff are all friendly and helpful whenever I need anything. Although the building lacks the gym, common room, and other amenities that some buildings have, rent covers electricity and utilities. The rent is also very affordable, as compared to similar buildings. Only drawback, in my opinion, is that my apartment's floors are carpeted. All in all, I am very happy with my decision.

Very happy with my experience. Hidden gem in Rittenhouse. Doormen are great, the building is clean. Only disadvantage is that the laundry is in the basement.

On the pro's side: Amazing location at Rittenhouse square! Renovated building. Nice 24 hour doorman, great value for money, and low rent. On the cons side: Limited amenities (e.g. No gym, pool). Although studios cost less than $1100, they are really small

I live in a 2 BR, excellent floor plan and very spacious.The doormen are very friendly and helpful. The response time for maintenance is generally great as well. It's convenient to have a bank, coffee shop and septa bus stop all within 30 seconds of stepping out.

Best value apartment in Rittenhouse square. Nice doorman, maintenance services. The building is not too big so you don't have to wait too long for the elevator. However, the building does not have gym facilities and the laundry room is in the basement. If you don't mind that, I believe this is one of the best.

The Wellington is a great building in a perfect location. Located at 19th and Walnut, you're located in the middle of Rittenhouse Square. Pros: * Large apartments with full kitchens and good closet space. * Safe building with 24 hour doorman and friendly service. * Nice lobby with no wait for elevators (unlike 1500 Locust or Wannamaker). * All utilities included (excl. cable) and pet friendly. * Convient access to transportation: At 20th street and beyond, it is difficult to get on the bus or hail cabs. There is a bus stop at the corner of 19th and Walnut, the last stop before buses get too crowded to get on. Also, it is still possible to get taxis (still open at Walnut and many come down 19th street) * Mid-point between East & West Center City: Most students live between 15th and 22nd, so it sits at the midpoint. * Students started moving into this building a few years ago. * La Colombe coffee shop across the street. Cons: * Mid-priced rents for high rise building but much higher than brownstone options. * Coin operated washer machines in basement (no cards, not on same floor). Only 6 machines for entire building. * Limited overhead lighting. * Low floor apartments on backside of building look into multi-story parking lot. * Lots of old people in building.

It is located on Rittenhouse Square on 19th and Walnut, a 25 min walk from Wharton. There is also a bus stop right as you exit from the building. The bedrooms are huge with attached bathrooms. The living room is sufficiently large as well with great views of the city skyline. We pay $2500 per month inclusive of utilities (which is unheard of in center city). There is no washerdryer in the unit but a laundry room is conveniently located in the building basement. The building staff is very friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The management even changed the carpeting of the apartment free of cost before we moved in because we didn't like the existing one. I highly recommend this building to any student planning to live in Center City.