Old City is a vibrant live/work/play community with its own character and atmosphere. This walkable neighborhood is known as America s most historic square mile and offers diverse choices for people of all ages. Dating back to the late 17th century, as its name suggests, Old City houses some of Philadelphia s most notable historic sites.
The area boasts gourmet restaurants, galleries, designer and eclectic shops and boutiques, and a vibrant art community. Old City also features an exciting nightlife with lounges, theatres and taverns as well as access to Penn s Landing and the Delaware Waterfront.
Spacious Living Areas with unique floor plans featuring exceptional finishes including:
Original exposed brick walls and wood beams
Unique arched entrances (selected units)
Large windows and high ceilings
European-style cabinetry
Granite countertops in kitchen & bath
Stainless steel kitchen appliances
Full-size showers with tile surround
Bathtub in 2 bedroom units
Ceramic floors in all bathrooms
In-unit washers & dryers (also on-site laundry)
Distinctive wood flooring
Central air-conditioning
Fully-wired for cable, phone and high-speed internet
Apartment for rent
$2,100/mo
Fees may apply
229 Arch St, Unit 509, Philadelphia, PA 19106
1beds
910sqft
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Apartment
Available Sun Aug 30 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Electric
What's special
European-style cabinetryUnique floor plansUnique arched entrancesHigh ceilingsOriginal exposed brick wallsLarge windowsWood beams
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 910 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 5
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Bicycle storage, Conference Room, Game Room, Garbage included in rent, Garden, Heating: Electric, High-speed Internet Ready, More Than One Year Lease, One Year Lease, Party Room, Pet Park, Sewage included in rent, View Type: City
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View
Details
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Major remodel year: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Garbage, Sewage
Building
Details
- Building name: The Berger Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center, Gated
- Security: Gated Community
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 6/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,100+10.5%$2/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Listing removed | $1,900$2/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,900-15.6%$2/sqft |
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| 5/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,250+15.1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/18/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/9/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,954+2.8%$2/sqft |
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| 7/11/2017 | Listing removed | $1,900$2/sqft |
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| 7/5/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,900$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Old City
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10McCall Gen George A SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Franklin Benjamin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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