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  • Apartment rental

Location

3917 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|University City
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Management

Campus Apartments, LLC.

Leasing office

(844) 394-9568 ext. 1353

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

University City Associates earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, location, and amenities, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It also ranks highly for value per square foot, and its customer service and apartment rental details add to a well-rounded impression 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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 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

  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath525 sqft$985 /mo1 unit availableApartment

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Amenities for University City Associates

Apartment Amenities

Renovated Apartments Available

Building

Onsite Laundry

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

Units7
Lease terms12 months
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About University City Associates

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaUniversity City 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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, University City Associates is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
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

More space
Studio is 167 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in University City

studio apartments at University City Associates cost about 5% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in University City.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
University City
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,175
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
May 2026$1,195
June 2026$1,196
July 2026$1,198
August 2026$1,225
September 2026$1,231
A table of studio rental data trends in University City
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$895
October 2024$898
November 2024$934
December 2024$945
January 2025$946
February 2025$955
March 2025$955
April 2025$955
May 2025$958
June 2025$965
July 2025$965
August 2025$996
September 2025$1,020
October 2025$1,020
November 2025$970
December 2025$977
January 2026$963
February 2026$964
March 2026$975
April 2026$975
May 2026$979
June 2026$980
July 2026$981
August 2026$1,024
September 2026$1,035

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,400 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $985.
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Schools near University City Associates

Samuel Powel School

3610 warren st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-4Public
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 3917 Pine St

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 3917 Pine St, Philadelphia

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

8/10
Several 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

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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