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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fully equipped kitchens
  • Hardwood floors
  • Air conditioning
  • Controlled access
  • Elevator
  • Dishwashers

Location

3801 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Mantua
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Management

Madison Parke LLC

Leasing office

(215) 613-4190

Property Overview

Steeple Lofts at University City is a highly rated community with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 for price and strong scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from fully equipped kitchens, hardwood floors, air conditioning, dishwashers, controlled access, and an elevator, along with convenient access to a top-rated middle school nearby and strong value for money compared to other area properties.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Steeple Lofts at University City is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Steeple Lofts at University City 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath400 sqft$1,200 /mo1 unit available
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath575 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Steeple Lofts at University City

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Steeple Lofts at University City

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaMantua Steeple Lofts at University City

Welcome to Steeple Lofts at University City Discover a unique living experience in a historic and beautifully renovated church. Steeple Lofts offers a stunning collection of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments blending vintage charm with modern amenities. These thoughtfully designed loft-style apartments feature high-speed internet access, air conditioning, hardwood floors, and fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers, gas ranges, and refrigerators. Select units include island kitchens, office space, and private balconies. Community Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities, controlled access, an elevator, and bicycle storage. With a dedicated property manager and maintenance team on-site, residents experience seamless and worry-free living. The building also offers recycling services, disposal chutes, and individual locking bedrooms for added privacy and security. Located just west of Center City, University City is a vibrant neighborhood known for its educational institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, and the University of the Sciences. Steeple Lofts is ideally situated for students, faculty, and staff looking for proximity to campus and public transportation. Immerse yourself in the perfect combination of historic character and modern living at Steeple Lofts. Contact us today to schedule a tour!


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Steeple Lofts at University City is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Steeple Lofts at University City 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 Steeple Lofts at University City
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.
Steeple Lofts at University City 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, Steeple Lofts at University City 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.
Steeple Lofts at University City 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·6A 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 Steeple Lofts at University City does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 Steeple Lofts at University City compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Mantua

Studio apartments at Steeple Lofts at University City cost about 37% more than the average rent price for studios in Mantua.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% higher than 1-bedrooms in Mantua.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Mantua
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,213
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
May 2026$1,195
A table of studio rental data trends in Mantua
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$890
July 2024$880
August 2024$913
September 2024$1,007
October 2024$1,011
November 2024$1,182
December 2024$1,256
January 2025$1,250
February 2025$1,245
March 2025$1,178
April 2025$1,175
May 2025$1,150
June 2025$1,108
July 2025$1,019
August 2025$1,039
September 2025$1,023
October 2025$977
November 2025$872
December 2025$957
January 2026$917
February 2026$859
March 2026$828
April 2026$856
May 2026$875

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near Steeple Lofts at University City

Morton McMichael School

3543 fairmount ave

philadelphia, PA, 19104

PK, 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 3801 Spring Garden 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

7/10
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 3801 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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