- 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

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.

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

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!

Wanamaker House is in a great location - 2 blocks from Rittenhouse Square, close to tons of restaurants and bars, and an easy walk or bus ride to Penn's campus. The 2-bedroom units have huge living spaces and big windows, and having 2 en-suite bathrooms is great. The front desk staff are generally friendly and helpful.
The downside is that the gym is quite outdated and there is no good common space. The hospitality suite is very old and can only be used with a reservation / payment. They are planning a renovation of the common space in the next 1-2 years, so that may change.

Excellent location and value

The Wanamaker is located in the perfect location for Wharton students. It´s an easy 25 minute walk straight up Walnut St or 10 min. uber to campus. The building has decent amenities with a small gym, common room, outdoor pool (only open in the summer though) and fantastic set of doormen. The apartments can vary in quality depending on how recently they were renovated. I was lucky to find one that was renovated just before I moved in. The building is undergoing common area remodeling which should be finished by next fall - the lobby and floor hallways are being redone. Plenty of space in the apartment and much more than I was used to coming from New York. For the price, it is very good value. Lots of Wharton students in the building, but not exclusively Wharton. Only down side is they don´t let you sublet the apartment if you sign a 2 year lease.