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Listing description

Tucked into one of Center City's most storied addresses, this one-bedroom residence on the twenty-fifth floor of 1500 Locust Street reveals itself quietly — a place where the hum of Rittenhouse Square gives way to a genuinely comfortable home the moment the door closes behind you. The kitchen earns its place at the center of the story. Upgraded countertops stretch across a thoughtfully arranged workspace where stainless steel appliances — refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, and self-cleaning oven — sit ready for everything from a rushed weekday breakfast to an unhurried Saturday dinner. Recessed lighting washes the prep surfaces in an even, flattering glow, and the open floor plan means whoever is cooking is never cut off from the rest of the living space. A garbage disposal keeps cleanup efficient, and the absence of wasted corners makes every square foot of the kitchen feel intentional. The living area flows naturally from the kitchen, shaped by the open layout and lifted further by ceiling fans that keep the air moving through the seasons. At 747 square feet, the one-bedroom configuration uses its footprint well. The bedroom tucks away from the main living space and offers a genuine walk-in closet — not the shallow kind, but the sort where you can actually organize a wardrobe with room to spare. In-unit laundry changes the rhythm of the week in a way that is hard to overstate. A full-size washer and dryer mean laundry happens on your schedule, in your home, without a trip down the hall or a pocketful of quarters. Beyond the front door, the building wraps residents in a comprehensive set of amenities. A fitness center handles the morning workout without requiring a separate gym membership. The rooftop deck offers an outdoor retreat above the city — the kind of space where a glass of wine at dusk becomes a regular ritual rather than a special occasion. A pool provides a summer anchor. A concierge presence in the lobby smooths the small logistical moments of daily life, from accepting packages to fielding questions. Gated access, dedicated security, and elevator service round out the infrastructure of the building, while a clubhouse, game room, meeting room, and picnic area give residents options well beyond the four walls of the apartment itself. Parking is available in the garage for those who keep a car in the city. Pets are part of the household here — cats and dogs are both welcome, which in a neighborhood this walkable makes particular sense. Rittenhouse Square's park and the surrounding blocks are among the most pedestrian-friendly stretches in Philadelphia, lined with independent cafes, sit-down restaurants, wine bars, bakeries, and boutiques that spill from one block into the next without repetition. The kind of neighborhood where a Sunday errand run becomes a two-hour stroll and nobody minds. For days that require moving beyond the immediate neighborhood, the positioning along Locust Street places residents within easy reach of Center City's transit infrastructure. Bus lines, the broader SEPTA network, and the walkable grid connecting to Market Street and beyond make car-free living genuinely practical. Everything the city offers — office towers, cultural institutions, waterfronts, and neighborhoods in every direction — connects through a commute measured in minutes rather than miles. Pricing and availability subject to change on a daily basis. Photos are of model units. Parking may be available subject to availability and may be an additional fee.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
747 sq ft
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential Lease · Unit/Flat/Apartment
Architectural style
Contemporary, Traditional, Unit/Flat, Other
Year built
2000

Lot & parking

Garage
2 spaces

Lease terms

Security deposit
$350
Lease term
12–24 months
Available
Aug 17, 2026
Pets
Case By Case Basis,cats Ok,dogs Ok,pet Addendum/Deposit
Furnished
No
Tenant pays
Utilities - All

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2639010
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on market
19 days

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jun 19, 2026Listed for sale$2,181

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

Area statistics

School district

The School District Of Philadelphia

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Safety data

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Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

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Data last updated: July 8, 2026 at 3:15 PM EDT

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