2020 is a nice building. Location is good. All rent is very expensive.

Average building

Each unit depends on the owner. When we moved into our unit, we had to email the owner with 20+ items to fix. Moreover, our unit's AC would never be able to cool below 75 degrees - during the summer this was very annoying as it would often be 78 degrees in my room even with the AC running constantly - so basically paying a ton for little results. Also prior to us moving in, they said that the amenities room should be done by end of August. In reality, it's already November and it's still not open to residents yet. Pros are that our unit is very quiet even tho we're not on a high floor. Cons are: all the construction led to severe allergies and being sick for over a month, and issues with AC/move-in condition of the apartment. I would not recommend renting the unit that I lived in - apt 8E.

- it's convenient to basically everything
- I live on 28th floor so got a great view with the flat side of the city
- The amenity is new because the landlord just revonate it
- frontdesk is 24hours so very safe

Great location with lots of space, updated apartment in the Wanamaker, nice doormen, good community

The apartment is very conveniently located for Penn students. It’s also nice to have a pool and a fitness center. Great views.

The Wanamaker is a good place for value. Given its location on Walnut Street, it is a straight shot to Penn's campus (if you are a student) through bus or Uber - I'm on campus in less than 10 minutes door to door. However, there has been a lot of construction around Philly and this block is no different. There is usually a lot of drilling by the city's water department close by which is noisy but tolerable given the Wanamaker's thick windows. Also, the Wanamaker has been undergoing a renovation project with unclear timelines for completion. This is noisy and disruptive and management does not seem to be tackling that project well. For example, we have not received keys to any of our amenities even though the lounges were constructed months ago. However, other maintenance issues (e.g., lights not working, bathroom issues, A/C) are resolved in an incredibly timely manner, usually with 1-2 hour turnaround times or less.

So, consider living here if you like space, quiet, sunlight, and a direct shot to Penn's campus. If you value amenities, social community in your building, and crisply run management, consider another building in the Rittenhouse area.

The apartments vary depending on the floor and date of renovation - higher floors in general have better maintained apartments and better kitchen appliances. Hardwood floors look and feel better than carpeted floors - some carpeted floors were dirty on possession. The pool and gym are standard, nothing spectacular. The common area is still under construction and has been for a very long time - you won't have a common space to hold parties or events. The location is spectacular, with a bus stop right outside the apartment. You'll have a lot of Wharton students living there. Overall, a good apartment, could use better common amenities.

Great location

I love my apartment itself. I think the gym is somewhat lacking and it's unfortunate that it doesn't have common space that we can use (e.g., lounge). That being said, it is decently affordable for a 1BR luxury high-rise, so can't complain!