The Metropolitan apartments in Center City, Philadelphia stand tall in the center of Philadelphia's historic skyline. Designed by French architect Louis Jallade in the 1920s, this twin-tower apartment building showcases 26 stories of Art Deco elegance and has a prominent history as the former Philadelphia YMCA Armed Forces Building. Before being transformed into the Center City apartment building it is today, The Metropolitan was home to United States servicemen during World War II. Today, The Metropolitan is recognized as one of the best apartment buildings in Philadelphia. You will find a spacious studio, 1-, 2-and 3-bedroom apartment rentals. As well as amenities that include a lounge, gym, basketball court and a rooftop with a gorgeous view of the City Hall and Love Park. The Metropolitan apartments feature original limestone details, terra-cotta tiles, and hand-carved cornices. Fall in love with restored architectural details and contemporary amenities, including renovated kitchens with luxurious personal touches.
The Metropolitan
117 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning (wall unit)
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
Unit 1801 Studio, 1 ba | 576 | Jul 21 | $1,550 |
Unit 2201 Studio, 1 ba | 518 | Now | $1,550 |
 Unit 2106 Studio, 1 ba | 536 | Jul 20 | $1,599 |
Unit 1406 1 bd, 1 ba | 536 | Jul 28 | $1,600 |
 Unit 1203 1 bd, 1.5 ba | 913 | Now | $1,900 |
Unit 2103 1 bd, 1.5 ba | 913 | Jul 29 | $1,995 |
Unit 1703 1 bd, 1.5 ba | 913 | Now | $2,000 |
 Unit 1002 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,220 | Aug 7 | $2,650 |
Unit 1302 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,220 | Jul 17 | $2,700 |
What's special
Original limestone detailsTerra-cotta tilesHand-carved cornicesRestored architectural details
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | By appointment only |
| Sat: | By appointment only |
| Sun: | By appointment only |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Conference Room
- Fitness Center
- Lounge
Fitness & sports
- Basketball Court
Other
- Laundry: In Unit
Outdoor common areas
- Deck
Security
- Controlled Access
- Doorman
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
- Storage Space
View description
- City
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Garbage Disposal
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Cooling
- Wall Mounted Air Conditioning
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
- Linoleum
Heating
- Electric
Policies
Lease terms
- More than 1 year
- One year
Pet essentials
- Small dogsAllowed
- CatsAllowed
- Large dogsLarge dogs are not allowed
Neighborhood: Logan Square
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Philadelphia
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Waring Laura W SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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Frequently asked questions
The Metropolitan is located at 117 N 15th St in Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as La Colombe Coffee Roasters, Reading Terminal Market, and Dizengoff.
The nearest public transit stop is SEPTA Suburban Station, approximately 0.2 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Philadelphia is currently $2,110 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
The Metropolitan is located within 0.2 miles of Comcast Center, 0.6 miles of Rittenhouse Square, and 0.8 miles of PHS Pop-Up Beer Garden.
The Metropolitan is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.3 miles from Reading Terminal Market, 0.4 miles from Di Bruno Bros, and 0.4 miles from MOM's Organic Market. Additional shopping options, including UNIQLO, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in The Metropolitan ranges from $1,550 to $2,700. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in Philadelphia has decreased by $66 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to The Metropolitan include Waring Laura W School and Franklin Benjamin High School.
