- Student accommodation
- Apartment
- Shared room
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About The Summit At University City, Philadelphia
- Price from
- $839 / mo
- Range $839 – $2,404 / mo
- Room types
- 13 options
- Apartment, Shared room
- Lease length
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills
- Included
- Electricity (Upto Monthly Allowance), G2B - High Speed Internet upto 1Gbps Included Per Bed, Water
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Located at 3400 Lancaster Ave, PA 19104, The Summit At University City is a student housing in Philadelphia, PA. This popular residential complex offers a selection of room types catering to various preferences. These include 1B to 4B student apartments in Philadelphia, each designed to optimize comfort and convenience. The Summit at University City, Philadelphia housing is near esteemed educational institutions. It is near Drexel University (Drexel U) (2 minutes away by walk) and the University of Pennsylvania (3 minutes away by car). This makes the Summit Drexel a coveted spot for students looking for a home near campus.
Philadelphia is a thriving city in Pennsylvania. It is known for its rich history, academic prestige, and lively urban life. It is home to over 1.6 million residents. It is also part of the Delaware Valley metropolitan area, which has a population exceeding 6 million. The city boasts a 93% employment rate. It has industries such as education, healthcare, finance, and biotechnology, which play a major role in its economy. Philadelphia is also home to several prestigious higher education institutions. This makes it a key destination for apartments near Drexel University. With a safety index of 72, Philadelphia offers a secure and dynamic environment for residents. The city attracts over 36 million visitors per year. Tourists visit attractions like the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Its extensive public transportation system, including SEPTA trains and buses, ensures easy access across the city and to nearby regions. All these factors make Philadelphia an ideal place to study. All these factors make this student housing in the USA desirable for residents of Summit at Drexel.
- 1 students enquired about this property in last 15 days
- Shortlisted by 17+ students
Features
- Discover modern living at The Summit at University City in Philadelphia, offering 1B to 4B apartments by ACC-US in Philadelphia. Here, luxury and convenience blend right in the city's center. Ideal for students, The Summit At University City Philadelphia offers a range of room types from 1 Bed - 1 Bath Apartment A to Room in 4 Bed - 4 Bath Apartment units. Each room of this Drexel University housing has various facilities carefully designed for students' comfort. Facilities like water, sewer, trash, G2B (1 GB high-speed internet per bed), and electricity (up to monthly allowance) are included in the rent of this Philadelphia student housing itself. This allows students to save more money monthly.
- You’ll find hardwood-style floors and USB power plugs that keep you connected to your modern lifestyle. Enjoy the luxury of a granite kitchen countertop at The Summit At University City. It also features an undermount sink and stainless steel appliances. Plus, there's a full-sized refrigerator with an ice maker. Apart from these amenities, each room of Drexel student housing also features various unique features and safety systems!
- The property offers more than just rooms. It provides a lively community atmosphere through various common amenities. Engage in leisure activities in the grassy interior courtyard or catch a film in the movie theater room. For studying or relaxing, there’s a multimedia area and various arcade games. There is a 24-hour courtesy desk, group and private study lounges, and educational, social, and recreational activities for students. You can also use a 24-hour academic success center with iMacs and free printing.
- Students can stay active in the 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center with strength equipment, cardio machines, and free weights. When you want to relax or chill, you can soak up the sun on the sundeck. You can also enjoy a meal cooked in the outdoor kitchen with professional BBQ grills. The urban eatery dining hall adds to the convenience, and with wi-fi throughout the community, staying connected is a breeze.
- Students living in the Summit at University City Philadelphia can also enjoy the 24-hour recreation center with billiards, air hockey, ping pong, and foosball. However, with these games, the property also has enhanced privacy plans for study. The on-site management keeps everything running smoothly. The property is located at the center of University City, making it convenient for students to walk or bike to class. 24-hour on-call staff, limited access community, community assistant staff, and courtesy patrol officers ensure students’ safety. All these facilities are what make The Summit at University City a popular student housing in Pennsylvania.
Nearby places
- In the busy academic scene of Philadelphia, The Summit at University City is a prime spot for student housing. It’s close to top schools like Temple University, Moore College of Art and Design, and the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. This busy spot meets the needs of students as they can study and enjoy great food. At night, the fun moves to local spots like New Deck Tavern and lively nightclubs like Flight Club Philadelphia. These places promise memorable nights near Drexel University off-campus apartments. Philadelphia is often cheaper than New York City and Boston for students.
- Amenities are just a short trip from The Summit at University City. You’ll find grocery stores like Acme Markets and Giant, ensuring your pantry stays stocked. Penn Medicine facilities, such as the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, are easy to reach.
- The Free Library of Philadelphia is a haven for learners. Penn Park is also near the Summit at University City Apartments, bringing greenery into students’ lives. The Institute of Contemporary Art and the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts excite creative minds with their bold exhibitions. The Mandell Theater is also located nearby. These attractions near The Summit At University City ensure that students always have something to take their minds off hectic studies. The Summit at University City is close to some of the safest neighborhoods in Philadelphia.
Commute
- Students at The Summit at University City in Philadelphia enjoy easy access to public transport. This makes commuting around the lively city simple and quick. The Chestnut St & 34th St and the Schuylkill Av & JFK Blvd are two bus stops nearby. They are important stops for anyone wanting to explore the city or get to school. This prime location is also close to train services. The nearby Penn Medicine Station is 4 mins drive away by car, making it easy to get around Philadelphia.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
13 room options

Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Suite A Private
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$839 / mo
up to $2,009
Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Suite D
Shared roomAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$839 / mo
up to $1,149

Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Suite C
Shared roomAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$939 / mo
up to $1,224

Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Suite B
Shared roomAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$954 / mo
up to $1,239

Room in 4 Bed - 2 Bath Suite
ApartmentAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 4 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power Plugs · Dining Area With Chairs · Full-sized Washer and Dryer · Sprinkler System In Each Unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$979 / mo
up to $1,494
Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Apartment C
Shared roomAvailable- Shared bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$1,004 / mo
up to $1,314
3 photosRoom in 4 Bed - 4 Bath Apartment
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 4 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power Plugs · Dining Area With Chairs · Full-sized Washer And Dryer · Sprinkler System In Each Unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$1,009 / mo
up to $1,714

Room in 3 Bed - 3 Bath Apartment
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 3 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power Plugs · Dining Area With Chairs · Full-sized Washer And Dryer · Sprinkler System In Each Unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$1,329 / mo
up to $1,744

Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Apartment B
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Enquire for this room$1,339 / mo
up to $1,879
3 photosRoom in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Apartment A
Shared roomAvailable- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power Plugs · Dining Area With Chairs · Full-sized Washer · Sprinkler System In Each Unit · Dryer
Enquire for this room$1,399 / mo
up to $1,904
3 photos1 Bed - 1 Bath Apartment A
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer included · Sprinkler system in each unit · Fully furnished with leather-style sectional sofa
Enquire for this room$2,074 / mo
up to $2,374

Room in 1 Bed - 1 Bath Apartment B
ApartmentAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
Stainless Steel Appliances · Granite Countertops · High Speed Internet · USB Outlets · Washer
Enquire for this room$2,104 / mo
up to $2,404

Room in 2 Bed - 2 Bath Suite A
Shared roomFully booked- Private bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 4–43 weeks
- Bills included
USB Power plugs · Dining area with chairs · Full-sized washer and dryer · Sprinkler system in each unit · Drexel Affiliated Housing
Ask about availability$924 / mo
up to $1,124
Amenities
18 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
- Cinema room
- Games room
- Outdoor space
- Heating
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
Safety & security
- 24/7 security
- Secure entry
Services
- Bike storage
- On-site maintenance
- Community events
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- Grassy Interior Courtyard
- Sun deck
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Professional Bbq Grills
- Movie Theater Room
- Multimedia Area
- Arcade Games
- Wi-Fi Throughout The Community
- Urban Eatery Dining Hall
- 24-Hour Academic Success Center With I Macs
- Enhanced-Privacy Floor Plans For Study
- Group And Private Study Lounges
- Free Printing
- 24-Hour Recreation Center With Billiards
- Ping Pong
- Foosball
- Air Hockey
- 24-Hour, State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center With Strength Equipment
- Cardio Machines
- Free Weights
- Educational, Social And Recreational Activities
- 24-Hour Courtesy Desk
- In The Center Of University City
- On The Market Street City Bus Route – 1 Block Away From The Lucy Bus Loop
- Walk Or Bike To Class
- On Site Maintenance
- On-Site Management
- 24 Hour, On Call Staff
- Limited Access Community
- Community Assistant Staff
- Courtesy Patrol Officer
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
- 67%
- French
- 17%
- Indian
- 17%
Popular with students at
- Drexel University80%
- University of Pennsylvania20%
Location
3400 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
Nearby
- Drexel University0.1 mi
- University of Pennsylvania0.3 mi
- University of the Sciences in Philadelphia1.1 mi
- city center1.4 mi
- Thomas Jefferson University2.0 mi
- Temple University2.8 mi
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3400 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA, Philadelphia, United States
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Bills included in the rent
- Electricity (Upto Monthly Allowance)
- G2B - High Speed Internet upto 1Gbps Included Per Bed
- 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 The Summit At University City, Philadelphia cost?
Rooms start from $839 / mo across apartment and shared room options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: electricity (upto monthly allowance), g2b - high speed internet upto 1gbps included per bed, water, sewer and trash.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 4–43 weeks.
Where is The Summit At University City, Philadelphia?
The Summit At University City, Philadelphia is at 3400 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. It is 0.1 mi from Drexel University.





