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329 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
(484) 497-0656
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University City Associates

329 S 42nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(484) 497-0656
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Student Housing
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $905–$1,760Available Unit Pricing
  • 400–1,200Square Feet

About University City Associates

University City Associates offers affordable off-campus housing, allowing students to live and study comfortably in Philadelphia. Our properties are ideally situated near the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, Walnut Hill College, SJU, and the Institute of the Culinary Arts. Whether you bike, walk, or take the LUCY, you can live off-campus and never be too far from class!

University City Associates is located in the Spruce Hill Neighborhood and 19104 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA. This community is professionally managed by University City Associates

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Amazon Hub
  • Bike Room
  • Laundry On-Site
  • Online Payments Available
  • Renovated Apartments Available
  • Upgraded Appliances

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

University City Associates offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $905 and having 400–1,200 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $905

    Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 450 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $985Available Now329 S 42nd A10400
    $985 June 10, 2025329 S 42nd C08
    $1,135 June 10, 2025329 S 42nd D09

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $905 - $1,205

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $985 - $1,135

    Unit 329 S 42nd A10 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd A10 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $985

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $905 - $1,205

    Unit 329 S 42nd C08 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd C08 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $985

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $905 - $1,205

    Unit 329 S 42nd D09 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd D09 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,135

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $905 - $1,205
  • 1 Bedroom

    From $1,105

    1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 550 sq ftAvailable Jun 10

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,225 June 10, 2025329 S 42nd G101
    $1,235 July 10, 2025329 S 42nd B07
    $1,260 July 10, 2025329 S 42nd C05550

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,105 - $1,260

    Available Unit Pricing

    • $1,225 - $1,260

    Unit 329 S 42nd G101 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd G101 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,225

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,105 - $1,260

    Unit 329 S 42nd B07 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd B07 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,235

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,105 - $1,260

    Unit 329 S 42nd C05 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd C05 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,260

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,105 - $1,260
  • 2 Bedrooms

    From $1,760

    2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 850 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitView Details
    $1,760Available Now329 S 42nd A07
    $1,760 June 10, 2025329 S 42nd C11

    Model Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,760

    Unit 329 S 42nd A07 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd A07 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,760

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,760

    Unit 329 S 42nd C11 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd C11 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,760

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,760

    $1,350

    2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 795 sq ftAvailable Aug 12

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,350 August 12, 2025329 S 42nd A051200

    Unit 329 S 42nd A05 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded Appliances

    Unit 329 S 42nd A05 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,350

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,350
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 47 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 2006

Lease Terms

  • 12 months

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Water

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

  • Assigned Parking. Subject To Availability
  • Surface Fee: $140 /Mo

Fee & Deposit Info

Recurring Fees

  • $140 Surface Fee

One-Time Fees

  • $175 Admin Fee
  • $45 Application Fee

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Amazon Hub
  • Bike Room
  • Laundry On-Site
  • Online Payments Available
  • Renovated Apartments Available
  • Upgraded Appliances

On-Site Services

  • Public Transportation
  • Online Services
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Walk Up

Interior Features

  • Heating

Kitchen Amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Kitchen

Student Features

  • Walk To Campus
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329 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday11:00 am–4:00 pm
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

96 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

87 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about University City Associates

Where is University City Associates located?

University City Associates is located at 329 S 42nd St near the Spruce Hill area of Philadelphia, PA

What is the current rent range at University City Associates?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at University City Associates currently range from $905 to $1,760

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for University City Associates are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The University City Associates Apartments are 34.77% cheaper than the average apartment in the Spruce Hill area, and 45.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Spruce Hill Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$905$1,447-$542-37.5%
    1 Bedroom$1,105$1,533-$428-27.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,350$2,209-$859-38.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$905$1,577-$672-42.6%
    1 Bedroom$1,105$2,005-$900-44.9%
    2 Bedroom$1,350$2,603-$1,253-48.1%

    Methodology: On 01/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 602 other apartment communities in the immediate area around University City Associates (Spruce Hill), and 6952 other apartment communities in Philadelphia using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 01/26/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Penn Alexander School

The School District of Philadelphia
4209 Spruce Street
Public School - Grades K-8 (579 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
8/10

West Philadelphia High School

The School District of Philadelphia
4901 Chestnut Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (543 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from University City Associates.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
5 minute drive / 1.93 miles away
222 N 20th St
4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away
1901 Vine Street
4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi
4421 Market St
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away
Lowe's
1500 N 50th St
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away
Walgreens
1800 South St
4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Colleges and Universities

600 South 43rd Street
1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away
4725 Chesnut Street
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away
1 College Hall
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Groceries

Aldi
4421 Market St
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away
Shoprite
2301 W Oregon Ave
5 minute drive / 2.46 miles away
The Fresh Grocer
421 S 69th St
5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

Hospitals

51 North 39th Street
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away
34th St & Civic Center Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.91 miles away
230 North Broad Street
5 minute drive / 2.56 miles away

Military Bases

5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away
9 minute drive / 4.55 miles away
18 minute drive / 8.76 miles away

Parks and Recreation

54th St & Lindbergh Blvd
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away
54th St. and Lindbergh Blvd.
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away
5th & Chestnut
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

University City Associates has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Bartram Gardens, Bartram's Gardens, Independence Historical Park, Jefferson Square Park, and Franklin Square.

Restaurants and Dining

210 West Rittenhouse Square
5 minute drive / 1.96 miles away
130 S. 19th Street
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away
630 S 4th St
7 minute drive / 3.27 miles away

Shopping Centers

4301-4329 Chestnut St
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away
2-4 Farragut St
1 minute drive / 0.63 miles away
3401-3409 Walnut St
2 minute drive / 0.97 miles away

University City Associates has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Transit Stations

1 minute drive / 0.05 miles away
1 minute drive / 0.05 miles away
1 minute drive / 0.09 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Philadelphia Studio Apartments $1,577$455$7,580
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,005$575$7,426
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,603$799$10,000+
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,881$754$10,000+
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,066$670$10,000+
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,892$1,185$6,250
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,282$2,200$7,205

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