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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

4047 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Spruce Hill
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Management

Campus Apartments, LLC.

Leasing office

(844) 334-0143 ext. 9412

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

University City Associates is a highly rated rental option with an overall Zumper expert score of 7.2/10, highlighted by exceptional amenities and location ratings of 9/10 that support a convenient, elevated daily living experience. The property is verified and transparent with solid quality and trustworthiness scores, is close to top rated elementary and high schools, and is especially well-suited to pet owners thanks to nearby dog parks, pet supply stores, grooming services, and pet hospitals.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.2
Very Good
University City Associates is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2 bed2 bath820 sqft$2,905 /mo1 unit available
3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom3 bed3 bath950 sqft$4,015 /mo

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Amenities for University City Associates

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning
Renovated Kitchens & Bathrooms

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units2
Lease terms12 months
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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.
7.2
/10
Very Good
University City Associates is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated University City Associates
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at University City Associates is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
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 pets allowed. 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.

University City Associates is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Priced higher than average
2-bedrooms are $1105 more than the median rent in this area
Priced higher than average
3-bedrooms are $1820 more than the median rent in this area
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at University City Associates to be 65% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Spruce Hill.

3-bedroom apartments at University City Associates cost about 67% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Spruce Hill.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,200
June 2024$1,210
July 2024$1,204
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,191
October 2024$1,180
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,025
June 2024$1,009
July 2024$1,021
August 2024$1,014
September 2024$1,015
October 2024$1,012
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$1,026

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$116,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $116,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,905.
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Schools near University City Associates

Penn Alexander School

4209 spruce st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-8Public
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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

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Getting around Philadelphia near 4047 Locust St

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 4047 Locust St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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