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Listing description

Tucked into one of Center City's most storied corridors, this studio at 42 S 15th Street sits inside a building that has anchored Rittenhouse Square since 1902 — its bones a century old, its interior calibrated for the way people actually live now. At 314 square feet, the layout asks you to be intentional, and in return it gives you a kind of efficiency that larger apartments rarely manage: everything within reach, nothing wasted, and a sense of order that makes even a Monday morning feel manageable. The kitchen is where that efficiency first reveals itself. Upgraded countertops provide real working space, stainless steel appliances line up cleanly alongside the stove and range hood, and a dishwasher handles the aftermath of whatever you managed to cook after a long day. A self-cleaning oven means one less chore on the weekend. The open floor plan keeps the kitchen from feeling like a separate room — instead, it flows naturally into the living area, so the whole space breathes as one. What quietly elevates daily life here is the in-unit washer and dryer. No scheduling laundry around a shared machine downstairs, no hauling a bag through the lobby on Sunday morning. Laundry happens on your timeline, tucked into your routine like it always should have been. The walk-in closet adds another layer of calm — enough room to actually organize a wardrobe rather than negotiate with it. A dishwasher, disposal, and refrigerator round out the practical core, and the open floor plan keeps the whole space feeling larger than its footprint suggests. Beyond the front door, the building delivers. Concierge service means someone is there when a package arrives, when a question needs answering, or simply when it helps to have a familiar face in the lobby. The fitness center takes care of the morning workout without the commute to a gym. A game room and meeting room give residents space to unwind or work in a setting that isn't their apartment. Elevators and building security offer the ease and peace of mind that a well-run building provides. Cats and dogs are welcome here, which means your household comes as it is. Outside, Rittenhouse Square operates at a pace that rewards those who live within walking distance of it. The square itself, the lunch spots along Walnut Street, the coffee on Sansom, the dinner reservations that were worth making — all of it unfolds within a few blocks. The neighborhood has layered decades of character over its original architecture, and that combination of history and forward momentum gives the address a weight that newer construction rarely replicates. A building from 1902 that has survived everything Philadelphia has thrown at it carries a certain presence, and living inside it feels like being part of something with real continuity. Parking is available on the surrounding streets, keeping the logistics of city life workable for those who keep a car. For a studio that fits its neighborhood as naturally as this one does, the daily routine simply works — coffee, walk, work, home. 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

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

Property & construction

Property type
Residential Lease · Unit/Flat/Apartment
Architectural style
Traditional, Unit/Flat
Year built
1970

Lot & parking

Garage
1 space

Lease terms

Security deposit
$350
Lease term
12–24 months
Available
Dec 31, 2026
Pets
Dogs Ok,cats Ok,case By Case Basis,pet Addendum/Deposit,size/Weight Restriction
Tenant pays
Utilities - All

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2672498
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on NookLocal
1 day

Interior features

Appliances
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Oven - Double, Range Hood, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
Air Filter System, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Walk-in Closet(s)
Levels
1
Accessibility
Accessible Switches/Outlets, Elevator, Other

Exterior & construction

Construction
Other
Exterior features
Roof Deck

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Other
Cooling fuel
Other
Hot water
Other
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage
Garage type
Garage Door Opener
Total spaces
1

Community

Subdivision
CENTER CITY
HOA amenities
Fitness Center, Concierge, Elevator, Spa, Extra Storage, Game Room, Security, Reserved/Assigned Parking, and 1 more

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 19, 2026Listed for sale$1,503

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

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

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County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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