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214 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
(484) 497-2329
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University City Associates

214 S 42nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(484) 497-2329
University City Associates in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $920–$1,105Available Unit Pricing
  • 400Square 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

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

University City Associates offers Studio apartments starting from $920 and having 400 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      From $920

      Studio

      Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ftAvailable Jul 10

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
      $925 July 10, 2025214 S 42nd 1F$825
      $1,105 August 12, 2025214 S 42nd 1M400$825
      $1,000 August 12, 2025214 S 42nd 2F$825

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Unique Features

      • Renovated Apartments Available
      • Upgraded Appliances Available
      • Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price Range

      • $920 - $1,105

      Available Unit Pricing

      • $925 - $1,105

      Deposit

      • $825 deposit

      Unit 214 S 42nd 1F Amenities and Features

      Features

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Unique Features

      • Renovated Apartments Available
      • Upgraded Appliances Available
      • Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)

      Unit 214 S 42nd 1F Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $925

      Deposit

      • $825 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $920 - $1,105

      Unit 214 S 42nd 1M Amenities and Features

      Features

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Unique Features

      • Renovated Apartments Available
      • Upgraded Appliances Available
      • Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)

      Unit 214 S 42nd 1M Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,105

      Deposit

      • $825 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $920 - $1,105

      Unit 214 S 42nd 2F Amenities and Features

      Features

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Unique Features

      • Renovated Apartments Available
      • Upgraded Appliances Available
      • Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)

      Unit 214 S 42nd 2F Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,000

      Deposit

      • $825 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $920 - $1,105
    * 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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    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (484) 497-2329 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 9 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1900

    Lease Terms

    • 12 months

    Utilities Included

    • Trash Removal
    • Sewer
    • Water
    • Gas

    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

    • Online Payments Available
    • Renovated Apartments Available
    • Upgraded appliances available
    • Wall Unit A/C (varies by unit)
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    214 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®

    96 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    94 / 100

    Biker's Paradise

    Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

    Transit Score®

    88 / 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 214 S 42nd St near the Spruce Hill area of Philadelphia, PA

    What is the current rent range at University City Associates?

    Studio at University City Associates currently start from $920. Call today for more info!

    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 36.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the Spruce Hill area, and 41.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Spruce Hill Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$920$1,447-$527-36.4%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$920$1,577-$657-41.7%

      Methodology: On 01/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 170 other apartment communities in the immediate area around University City Associates (Spruce Hill), and 1034 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 / 0.7 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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