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Highlights

  • Features
  • Customer service
  • Apartment complex renovations
  • Apartment rental

Location

4025 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Spruce Hill
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Management

Campus Apartments, LLC.

Leasing office

(844) 325-9196 ext. 9245

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

University City Associates stands out with a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, indicating its appeal as an excellent rental option. It benefits from competitive pricing, exceptional amenities, and a prime location with a rating of 9 out of 10, offering residents easy access to key points of interest. Additionally, the property’s commitment to customer service and recent renovations further enhance its desirability, while proximity to a top-rated high school adds to its attractiveness.

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

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath240 sqft$965–$975 /mo3 units availableApartment
1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1 bed1 bath475 sqft$1,170 /moApartment

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Amenities for University City Associates

Building

Onsite Laundry

Neighborhood

Walking Distance To Campus

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

Contact for more information on pet policy.

Building details

Property details

Units12
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.
8.5
/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

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

Studio apartments at University City Associates cost about 5% less than the average rent price for studios in Spruce Hill.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Spruce Hill.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,246
October 2023$1,228
November 2023$1,198
December 2023$1,196
January 2024$1,200
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$945
October 2023$956
November 2023$988
December 2023$987
January 2024$992
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$1,025

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 4025 Locust St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $965.
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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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Getting around Philadelphia near 4025 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 4025 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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