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4039 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Spruce Hill
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Management

Campus Apartments, LLC.

Leasing office

(844) 326-4325 ext. 6323

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

University City Associates offers strong overall value with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, including standout marks for price, amenities, and location. It also benefits from on-site management, 13 photos, and very close access to a top-rated high school, making it a compelling option for renters looking for convenience and a well-presented property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, University City Associates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University City Associates has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath245 sqft$1,040–$1,210 /mo4 units available
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1 bed1 bath380+ sqft$1,150–$1,185 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for University City Associates

Apartment Amenities

Renovated Apartments AvailableVariety of Floor Plans

Building

ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Services

Amazon Hub

Other

Online Payments Available
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Application Fee.

$45

Uca Admin Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. UCA Admin Fee.

$175

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Utility Administrative Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable fee. Utility Administrative Fee.

$66

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Building details

Property details

Units81
Lease terms12 months

About University City Associates

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaSpruce Hill 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!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, University City Associates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University City Associates has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated University City Associates
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
University City Associates offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
University City Associates goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including amazon hub. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, University City Associates receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
University City Associates is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust University City Associates to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
University City Associates provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How University City Associates compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away

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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

Studio apartments at University City Associates cost about 0% more than the average rent price for studios in Spruce Hill.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Spruce Hill.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,196
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,206
February 2025$1,208
March 2025$1,209
April 2025$1,194
May 2025$1,222
June 2025$1,225
July 2025$1,227
August 2025$1,198
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,193
November 2025$1,153
December 2025$1,149
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,197
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,176
May 2026$1,195
June 2026$1,196
July 2026$1,198
August 2026$1,225
September 2026$1,221
October 2026$1,200
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,038
December 2024$1,052
January 2025$1,047
February 2025$1,044
March 2025$1,020
April 2025$1,021
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$1,038
July 2025$1,044
August 2025$1,024
September 2025$1,027
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$1,034
December 2025$1,032
January 2026$1,068
February 2026$1,065
March 2026$1,045
April 2026$1,027
May 2026$1,050
June 2026$1,054
July 2026$1,069
August 2026$1,063
September 2026$1,022
October 2026$1,026

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 4039 Chestnut St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$41,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,040.
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Schools near University City Associates

Alain Locke School

4550 haverford ave

philadelphia, PA, 19139

K-8Public
C-

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 3

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center

900 w jefferson st

philadelphia, PA, 19122

PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 4039 Chestnut St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 4039 Chestnut St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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