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University City, 3131 Walnut St | Philadelphia
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  •  Air Conditioning
  •  Bike Storage
  •  Business Center
  •  Cat friendly
  •  Doorman Building
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Granite Countertops
  •  Parking Garage
  •  Resident Lounge  
  •  Rooftop Deck
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  •  Washer/Dryer In Unit

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8.1
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About this Location

Walkable distance to Drexel & UPenn
Schuylkill Banks
8 min walk
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby

Pricing 

Studio, 1 Bath
$2,077+
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$1,350+
1 Bedroom, 2 Baths
$2,324+
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$2,972+
3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$3,585+
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(818) 831-6401
  • Building Related

    •  Elevators
  • Convenience

    •  Business Center
  • Entertainment

    •  Resident Lounge  
    •  Rooftop Deck
    •  Theater Room
  • Kitchen

    •  Dishwasher
    •  Garbage Disposal
    •  Granite Countertops
    •  Microwave
    •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry

    •  Washer/Dryer In Unit
  • Living Room

    •  Air Conditioning
  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Bike Storage
    •  Parking Garage
  • Pet Terms & Amenities

    •  Cat friendly
    •  Pet deposit for cats  
    •  Pet deposit for dogs  
  • Sports & Fitness

    •  Fitness Center
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Overall rating 8.1/10, based on 97 renter reviews Write a review

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The Left Bank reviews and highlights

  • Building staff are some of the nicest, most friendly people in the world
  • Great amenities
  • Central air and heat
  • Wonderful building
  • Safe and clean with a 24 hour doorman
  • Decent gym with lots of cardio equipment
  • Gym is very nice
  • Rooftop deck, conference rooms, large gym, and parking
  • Close to 30th street station
  • On the pricier end, but still a good value
  • Well managed
  • Great location
  • Very spacious apartments with very high ceilings
  • Close to Penn's law school
  • Caters to graduate students and young professionals, but still has a fair number of families and elderly residents
  • Building e-mails you when you receive a package and they will store it for you
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Great place to live!

Excellent location. No ceiling lights though

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Great place to live!

The location is amazing, it's very close to Penn (my school), rooms are extremely spacious, square footage is MUCH better compared to other apartments in the area that are more expensive! Amenities are beautiful -- the gym has everything you could want, there are BEAUTIFUL common sitting spaces and a REALLY nice roof to host friends. Ceilings are really high which make for great acoustics. Only odd thing is that there are no ceiling lights so you need a few floor lamps.

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Great choice for law students

I really enjoy living in Left Bank; it's relatively close to the law school building (about a 5-7 minute walk), the interior looks modern and spacious (high ceilings), and there are many amenities that tenants can take advantage of, such as the gym, study rooms, theater, community kitchen, and rooftop. It is a bit on the pricier side, but if you're planning on living with others, it's worth it!

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Nice apartments, great location

The space is clean and well maintained. The location cannot be beat given the proximity to Penn and nearby restaurants.

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Left bank

I've lived in Left Bank for over two years. Great proximity to the law school while still being very accessible to center city. Most apartments are recently renovated and the maintenance team is great. I love the roof deck as a social or study space and the gym is pretty good. I will say that the security is not as good as it was when I first moved in. We no longer have 24/7 security and only one of the entrances ever has a guard.

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Left Bank

The Left Bank is unbeatable from a location standpoint. It's a 10 minute walk to HUP Main and the Pavilion, while it's about 15 minutes to the VA or Penn Presbyterian walking. It takes about 20 minutes walking to get to the heart of center city and is right next door to the Schuylkill River trail which is incredible!

The units are spacious and depending on where you are also have great views of the city. There's a decent gym, nice rooftop, and community kitchens throughout the building. One big downside is the smell. It is pet friendly building which is great, but often times there is a lingering smell of pets, especially due to the carpet throughout the halls.

Overall it's a great building if being able to walk to the hospital is important for you. It's safe, has nice units, and very large kitchens.

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Left bank is ok for

A little bit far from SP2, facilties are fare good with big gym, the maintenance sometimes is slow. Really spacious compared to other apt, sunlight and view depend on the location of each apt. Not very safe because ppl could follow into apt.

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Nice but $$$

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CHOP Resident

I have had a great experience at the Left Bank! Extremely convenient commute to CHOP. Worked well for me and my partner because we had a car and a dog to consider and we have access to covered parking and the building is pet friendly.

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Much Safer Location than Rittenhouse Square, Closer to class.

Extremely Safe, really convenient spot that is located between Huntsman and Rittenhouse. University City is 1000% safer to live than Center City or Rittenhouse Square these days because of the rise in crime in Philadelphia. Unlike Center City/Rittenhouse Square- University has 3 different security elements (Penn Police, Drexel Police and Alliance Security) always on the prowl making sure the area is under control. Numerous people I know who live in Rittenhouse Square have been assaulted or robbed on their way to class. By living at Left Bank within University City- I have not had to put up with these types of safety issues.

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The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 35 Recs

Walnut Street Cafe
Bridgewater’s Pub
Magic Carpet
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grocery 2 Recs

Trader Joe’s
Whole Foods Market
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convenience 3 Recs

Old Nelson Food Company
Rite Aid
CVS Pharmacy
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fitness 23 Recs

Class of 1923 Ice Rink
The Levy Tennis Pavilion
Penn Campus Recreation
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parks 16 Recs

Cira Green
Penn Park
Schuylkill River Dog Run
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coffee 20 Recs

OCF Coffee House
Saxbys Coffee
Dunkin’ Donuts
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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.
Fresh Grocer
College Feel
Very Walkable
Heart of UPenn
Lots of Students
Cheaper than Center City
Solid Restaurants and Bars
Median rents in University City
Studio
$
1,300
1 Bedroom
$
2,200
2 Bedroom
$
2,950

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University City Reviews

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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
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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