Welcome to The Felix, a brand-new 7-story mid-rise residential community featuring 116 modern apartment homes in Philadelphia's vibrant University City neighborhood (ZIP 19104). Located at 4240 Chestnut Street, our property offers premium, light-filled studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom floor plans designed for exceptional urban living. Offering both furnished and unfurnished options, our residences present an ideal living environment tailored perfectly for area graduate students, university faculty, healthcare professionals, and remote workers seeking a connected lifestyle.
Unbeatable University City Proximity
* University of Pennsylvania (UPenn): A 17-minute walk (0.9 miles) to the center of campus.
* Drexel University: A quick 3-minute drive or bike ride (1.2 miles) to the main campus lines.
* Medical Centers: Positioned less than 1.4 miles from Penn Medicine, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
* Effortless Commuting: Enjoy a short 4-minute walk to the SEPTA Market-Frankford Subway Line (40th or 46th St Stations), alongside immediate boarding access for the Route 21 Bus directly on Chestnut Street for seamless trips into Center City.
Apartment Home Amenities
* In-unit washers and dryers
* Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows with abundant natural light
* Gourmet kitchen layouts with stainless steel appliances
* Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout
* Spacious, bright open-concept layouts
Premium Community Features
Step outside your apartment door and experience resort-style building amenities curated for work, wellness, and socialization:
* Spectacular rooftop deck and sun lounge featuring panoramic views of the Philadelphia skyline
* State-of-the-art fitness center with advanced cardio and strength training equipment
* Dedicated resident research lounges, co-working spaces, and quiet study rooms
* Fully pet-friendly community policies welcoming cats and dogs
* Secure controlled building access a
Apartment for rent
Apartment
Available Thu Nov 5 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, wall unit
In unit laundry
Electric, natural gas
What's special
Furnished and unfurnished optionsSpacious bright open-concept layoutsIn-unit washers and dryers
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Wall Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 428 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Apartments In University City, Apartments Near U Penn, Controlled Access, Student Housing Near Upenn
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Wooded
Lot
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: The Felix
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Less Than One Year Lease,One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,600$4/sqft |
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