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Listing description

Hardwood floors and oversized windows set this generously proportioned one-bedroom apart from the moment you cross the threshold. At 1,063 square feet, Unit 402 at The Left Bank offers a sense of scale that is genuinely rare for a one-bedroom in University City — room enough to spread out, settle in, and make the space entirely your own. The open floor plan does exactly what a good layout should: it keeps the kitchen, dining, and living areas in easy conversation with one another. Upgraded countertops and stainless steel appliances anchor a kitchen that is built for actual cooking — a self-cleaning oven, a dishwasher, a microwave, and a refrigerator all in place so your first grocery run is the only setup you need. Mornings unfold naturally here, coffee brewing while you look out across the room, daylight working its way through the window treatments you can adjust to suit the hour and the mood. The bedroom is a proper retreat. A walk-in closet handles the wardrobe with room to spare, and the entry-level layout means no awkward stairs or split levels to navigate at the end of a long day. In-unit washer and dryer mean laundry stays a private, convenient errand rather than a shared-floor production — one of those details that quietly improves daily life in ways that are hard to overstate. Beyond the apartment itself, The Left Bank is a building that takes its amenities seriously. A staffed concierge desk anchors the experience from the ground floor up, with security infrastructure that gives the whole community a settled, looked-after feeling. The fitness center handles workouts without requiring a separate gym membership. The roof deck is the kind of amenity that earns its keep across all four seasons — a place to watch the city skyline shift from afternoon gold to evening blue. There is also a game room, a meeting room, a picnic area, and a dog park, which speaks to how thoroughly the building has thought through what residents actually need across a full week, not just a workday. Parking is available in the building's garage, keeping your car close and protected without the daily uncertainty of street parking in one of Philadelphia's most active and walkable neighborhoods. University City rewards the resident who wants to live close to everything without sacrificing a sense of community. The neighborhood carries a particular kind of energy — research institutions and independent restaurants, longtime residents and new arrivals, all moving through the same tree-lined blocks. Coffee shops, bookstores, and dining options accumulate within easy walking distance, and the city's broader grid is readily accessible from here. Cats and dogs are welcome, with breed and size restrictions applicable to dogs, so four-legged residents can make themselves at home alongside you. Life at The Left Bank settles into a rhythm quickly — the concierge greeting you by name, the roof deck waiting on a clear evening, the kitchen ready for whatever you have planned. A building with this much space, this many amenities, and this address in University City becomes more than a place to live. It becomes the backdrop to the version of Philadelphia life you actually want. 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
1,063 sq ft
Heating
Other
Cooling
Other

Property & construction

Property type
Residential Lease · Unit/Flat/Apartment
Architectural style
Contemporary, Loft
Year built
1929

Lot & parking

Garage
1 space

Lease terms

Security deposit
$350
Lease term
12–24 months
Available
Sep 10, 2026
Pets
Breed Restrictions,case By Case Basis,cats Ok,dogs Ok
Furnished
No
Application fee
$79
Tenant pays
Utilities - All

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2645688
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on market
Just listed

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 8, 2026Listed for sale$2,480

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 3:17 PM EDT

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