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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Condo
Sub Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
Square Footage 403 sqft
Subdivision Avenue Of The Arts
MLS Listing ID PAPH2657388
Style Other
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 403
Year Built 1929
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Sub-Type Unit/Flat/Apartment
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The unit is designed around an open living and sleeping concept, where the boundaries between relaxation and daily life dissolve beautifully. A furnished sofa bed anchors the living area, making the space immediately livable and welcoming from day one. Large windows draw natural light deep into the room, casting the warm glow that only a high-floor perch can deliver, along with sweeping views of the Philadelphia skyline that shift in character from the golden haze of morning to the glittering tapestry of the city at night. The all-inclusive utility structure means that water, electricity, heat, air conditioning, and cable television are woven seamlessly into your ownership experience, eliminating the friction of managing separate accounts. Even the building's lobby offers complimentary wireless connectivity, so you are never far from what you need.
The kitchen area provides ample cabinet space for thoughtful storage, and the classic black-and-white tiled bathroom adds a timeless aesthetic touch that nods to the building's grand heritage. Wall-to-wall carpeting softens the space underfoot, contributing to the cozy, curated feeling that makes Unit 1531 feel genuinely lived-in rather than transactional.
The Arts Building itself is a destination. A twenty-four-hour front desk attendant greets residents by name and offers attentive presence that larger, impersonal towers rarely achieve. A fitness center keeps your wellness routine close at hand. A business and club room, shared laundry facilities, on-site management and maintenance, and computer terminals in the lobby round out a suite of amenities that make daily life remarkably smooth. The building is also pet-friendly, welcoming animal companions as full members of the community.
Step outside and the neighborhood rewards you instantly. With a Walk Score of 99 and a Transit Score of 100, virtually every errand, dining adventure, and commute begins the moment you leave the front door. The Avenue of the Arts stretches along Broad Street, placing world-class cultural institutions practically at your doorstep, while SEPTA's Broad Street Line and the Patco station provide effortless connections across Philadelphia and into NJ. Dozens of nearby transit routes, spanning bus and rail, mean the entire region is accessible without a car.
For dining, the neighborhood is genuinely extraordinary. A Sunday morning might begin at Last Drop Cafe or Starbucks before wandering to the elegant French brasserie atmosphere at Parc, or indulging in the celebrated Italian experience at Vetri Cucina. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse and Fogo de Chão offer grand occasions whenever the mood calls for something memorable, while Argan Moroccan Cuisine and Jamaican Jerk Hut bring bold, globally inspired flavors just steps away. Whether craving a wood-fired slice from Zio's Brickoven Pizzeria, fresh provisions from Di Bruno Bros., or a relaxed evening at Varga or Fieldhouse Philadelphia, the sheer density and quality of options around 1324 Locust Street is something residents genuinely come to treasure.
Life in this corner of Center City Philadelphia is defined by access, culture, and walkable urban richness. The historic bones of the Hotel Sylvania lend Unit 1531 a sense of place that newer construction simply cannot replicate, while the all-inclusive lifestyle and thoughtful building amenities ensure that the everyday experience remains effortless. This is a home where history and convenience find each other in exactly the right balance.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19107 (19107)
Zoning RES
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen
Interior
Hot Water Other
Heating Other
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Fully Carpeted
Equipment Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave
Fireplace N
Appliance Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave
Heat Source Other
Laundry Common
Exterior
Amenities Available Exercise Room, Elevator, Community Center
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Garage N
Private Pool No
Building
Story 7
Unit Features Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 403
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Other
Level or Stories 7
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Pets Allowed Y
Senior Community No
Tax ID 888115944
Ownership Other
SqFt Source 403
Pets Allowed Dogs OK
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