- Student accommodation
- Shared room
- Apartment
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About Chestnut Square, Philadelphia
- Price from
- $819 / mo
- Range $819 – $2,029 / mo
- Room types
- 6 options
- Shared room, Apartment
- Lease length
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills
- Included
- Electricity (upto A Monthly Allowance), G2B - High Speed Internet upto 1Gbps, Water
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Chestnut Square Philadelphia is located at 3200 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, 19104, United States. It offers 2B, 3B, and 4B apartments near Drexel University, a 10-minute walk away. Similarly, the University of Pennsylvania can be reached within a short walk. With these two major educational institutes nearby, Chestnut Square Philly becomes sought-after Philadelphia student housing.
Philadelphia is the most sought-after city in Pennsylvania due to its student-friendly features. Around 90,000 students study here, and out of them, more than 15,000 are international students. The city has seen a stable but modest job market growth. The Philadelphia Works reports strong labor force participation and workforce initiatives. You can work in top sectors like education, healthcare, technology, etc. The median after-tax salary is around $5,300 per month. You can also grab part-time and internship opportunities related to your degree. With this, you can choose to live in some of the safest neighborhoods in Philadelphia, like University City and Manayunk.
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The cost of living in Philadelphia is much cheaper than in New York City. The median salary can cover 1 month of expenses. As a student, you can expect to spend around $800 to $1,300 per month. This covers rent, food, transport, and more. Chestnut Square Philadelphia apartments are one of the best options to choose from for their great amenities in their price range. Your medical needs will be attended to by qualified professionals, indicated by a healthcare index score of 71.12. The climate index score of 77.98 indicates good weather conditions.
- 1 students enquired about this property in last 15 days
- Shortlisted by 9+ students
Features
- Chestnut Square apartments in Philadelphia offer a wide range of room types to choose from. They start from a Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Shared to a Room in 4 Bed - 2.5 Bath Townhome. Each comes with its own set of amenities, so you can choose the one you like. The rooms are cozily designed with hardwood-style floors, 2 in. wood-style blinds, leather-style furniture, granite kitchen countertops with undermount sinks, front doors with deadbolt locks, and individually locking bedroom doors. These are ready to move in with furniture like a sectional sofa, coffee table, end table, full-sized beds, a dresser, a nightstand, a study desk, and a chair.
- Chestnut Square in Philadelphia PA has amazing workout facilities, such as a 24-hour fitness center with strength equipment, cardio machines, and free weights. Various educational activities, social activities, and recreational activities will help you learn new skills. These Philadelphia student apartments have a 24-hour recreation center with billiards and a movie theater room for your entertainment. Students can appreciate the academic success center with iMacs and a private study room supported by wifi throughout the community for a productive learning experience.
- The free printing at Chestnut Square University City takes care of your projects and business needs. These private and shared accommodations come under Drexel-affiliated housing. Due to its proximity, you can quickly walk or bike to class at Drexel University. The on-site laundry facilities help meet your practical needs. If any problem arises, you can contact the on-site management and maintenance with a 24-hour on-call staff. You can also reach out to the 24-hour courtesy desk. It is a limited-access community and has courtesy patrol officers for your safety. Chestnut Square, Philadelphia, is a short walk to the UPenn campus and a short walk to 30th Street Station, making the commute easy. Being close to retail makes your errands easier. The rent includes electricity (up to a monthly allowance), G2B high-speed internet (up to 1 Gbps), water, sewer, and trash.
Nearby places
- Chestnut Square Philadelphia offers easy access to retail stores, college campuses, and hangout spots. Moore College of Art and Design and The Curtis Institute of Music are within a 10-minute drive. You can buy your monthly groceries from Giant and Trader Joe's. At Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and CVS Pharmacy, you can quickly get your medicines.
- At Shake Shack University City, you can have a satisfying Hamburger. To try out a variety of chicken dishes, visit CM Chicken Philadelphia. Boba King offers flavorful and refreshing Boba teas in different flavors. At Top Hat Coffee Lounge, you can enjoy a steaming cup of coffee. For an eclectic drinking and dining experience, visit New Deck Tavern. The refreshing beers at The Living Room Lounge will relax you and help you unwind. These are some of the socially active places you can try out near Chestnut Square Philadelphia.
- If you ever get bored during your stay at Chestnut Square Philadelphia, you can visit tourist attractions like Independence Hall. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the Liberty Bell Center, you can learn about the bell’s role as a symbol of independence and freedom, including its later adoption by abolitionists. The Philadelphia Museum of Art and Rocky Steps have the famous Rocky Statue to click a picture with. Reading Terminal Market offers classic experiences like the Philly cheesesteaks and Pennsylvania Dutch Pretzels. You can relax in the Spruce Street Harbor Park with the Delaware River waterfront.
Commute
- In Philadelphia, SEPTA buses serve University City and connect the property to central Philadelphia and surrounding neighborhoods. Nearby stops include Chestnut St & 32nd St and 33rd St & Chestnut St. Intercity rail to NYC, Washington, and Boston is available from 30th Street Station. For intercity rail to New York, Washington, and Boston, use 30th Street Station. Nearby local SEPTA trolley access is available at 33rd Street and 36th Street stops. Philadelphia International Airport offers extensive domestic and international connections. These are some of the convenient modes of transport you can take from Chestnut Square Philadelphia.
Rooms & prices
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6 room options
3 photosRoom in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Shared
Shared roomAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
Hardwood-style floors · Leather-style furniture · Sectional sofa · Coffee and end table · 2in. wood-style blinds
Enquire for this room$819 / mo
up to $1,189
3 photosRoom in 4 Bed - 2 Bath
ApartmentAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 4 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
Hardwood-style floors · Leather-style furniture · Sectional sofa · Coffee Table · End Table
Enquire for this room$939 / mo
up to $1,484
3 photosRoom in 3 Bed - 2 Bath
ApartmentAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 3 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
2in. Wood-style Blinds · Full-sized Beds · Dresser · Nightstand · Study Desk
Enquire for this room$989 / mo
up to $1,564
3 photosRoom in 4 Bed - 2.5 Bath Townhome
ApartmentAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 4 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
Hardwood-style floors · Leather-style furniture · Sectional sofa · Coffee and end table · 2in. wood-style blinds
Enquire for this room$1,034 / mo
up to $1,519
3 photosRoom in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Private
Shared roomAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power Plugs · Dining Table with Chairs · Washer · Dryer · Individually Locking Bedroom Doors
Enquire for this room$1,239 / mo
up to $2,029
3 photosRoom in 2 Bed - 1 Bath
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power Plugs · Dining Table With Chairs · Sprinkler System In Each Unit · 2in. Wood-style Blinds · Full-sized Beds
Enquire for this room$1,554 / mo
up to $1,809
Amenities
14 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Cinema room
- Heating
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
Safety & security
- 24/7 security
Services
- Bike storage
- On-site maintenance
- Community events
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- 24-hour Fitness Center
- Cardio Machines
- 24-hour Recreation Center With Billiards
- Strength Equipment
- Free Weights
- Yoga studio
- Educational Activites
- Movie Theater Room
- Academic Success Center With iMacs
- Private Study Room
- Wi-Fi Throughout The Community
- On-site Dining
- Free Printing
- On-site Laundry Facilities
- Drexel Affiliated Housing
- Maintenance
- 25 Steps To UPenn Campus
- Walk Or Bike To Class At Drexel University
- Walk To 30th Street Station
- Social Activities
- Recreational Activities
- 24-hour Courtesy Desk
- Steps from Daskalakis Athletic Center
- Steps from LeBow College of Business
- Steps from The School of Biomedical Engineering
- Steps from Science & Health Systems
- On-site Management
- 24-hour On-call Staff
- Courtesy Patrol Officers
- Limited Access Community
Ratings & reviews
This residence has no published ratings yet. Our advisors speak with residents and can tell you what living here is really like.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- American
- 100%
Popular with students at
- University of Pennsylvania75%
- Drexel University25%
Location
3200 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
Nearby
- Drexel University0.2 mi
- University of Pennsylvania0.3 mi
- University of the Sciences in Philadelphia1.1 mi
- city center1.2 mi
- Thomas Jefferson University1.8 mi
- Temple University2.8 mi
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3200 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA, Philadelphia, United States
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Bills included in the rent
- Electricity (upto A Monthly Allowance)
- G2B - High Speed Internet upto 1Gbps
- Water
- Sewer
- Trash
Payment
Security Deposit
- The tenant needs to pay 1 month's rent as a security deposit.
Pay In Instalment
- The total rent amount is typically divided into 12 equal installments
- Installments are due on the 1st of each month from August 1 to July 1
Mode Of Payment
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- ACH payments
- Payments must be made online through the Resident Portal
- Cash is not accepted
Guarantor Requirement
- A guarantor is required for all residents to complete the guaranty agreement
- A resident can act as their own guarantor if they provide documentation showing income greater than three times the rental installment
- The guarantor must sign the guaranty agreement
- If the resident is not of legal age to execute a contract, the guarantor must sign both the lease and the guaranty agreement
Additional Fees
- • Administrative Fee: $150 - $199
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- The property does not offer any cooling-off period; all contracts are legal and binding.
Early termination by students
- The resident must notify the property in writing of the intent to cancel the application
- If a security deposit was paid, it will be refunded via check within 30 days
- All other fees paid during the application process are non-refundable
Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions
- If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
House rules
Room allocation
- Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
Check in guide
- Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
- In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Renewal policy
- Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
Early check in policy
- Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
Questions about this residence
How much does Chestnut Square, Philadelphia cost?
Rooms start from $819 / mo across shared room and apartment options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: electricity (upto a monthly allowance), g2b - high speed internet upto 1gbps, water, sewer and trash.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 4–43 weeks.
Where is Chestnut Square, Philadelphia?
Chestnut Square, Philadelphia is at 3200 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. It is 0.2 mi from Drexel University.





