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Highlights

  • Modern kitchen
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Good schools
  • Houses in gated community
  • Houses with walk-in closet

Location

4032 Locust Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, United States|Spruce Hill
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Management

Campus Apartments, LLC.

Leasing office

(844) 432-0484 ext. 8982

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

University City Associates is highly rated with an 8.8 overall score, reflecting its excellent balance of price, amenities, and location, highlighted by a competitive price rating of 10. It features a modern kitchen, wheelchair accessibility, and is situated in a quiet neighborhood with good schools nearby. The property also stands out with a strong trustworthiness rating, offering transparency and a great quality of life, making it an attractive option for renters.

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

  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom4 bed2 bath$4,510 /mo1 unit availableHouse

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Amenities for University City Associates

Apartment Amenities

Renovated KitchenUpdated Appliances

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Grounds

Private Backyard

Other

Online Payments Available
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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Units1
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.
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 private backyard. 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

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

4-bedroom apartments at University City Associates cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Spruce Hill.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,195
March 2024$1,162
April 2024$1,185
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$1,186
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,002
March 2024$1,004
April 2024$995
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$1,064

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$180,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $180,400 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,510.
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Schools near University City Associates

Penn Alexander School

4209 spruce st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-8Public
A-

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Spruce Hill | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Philadelphia near 4032 Locust Street

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.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 4032 Locust Street, 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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