New ListingHardwood floors and an open layout make the most of every square foot in this studio at The Witherspoon, a building that has anchored the corner of Washington Square West since 1896 and wears its history without apology. The bones are genuine - over a century of Philadelphia character carried forward into a home that functions with quiet efficiency for the person who wants the city at their doorstep and a well-considered retreat to return to each evening. The kitchen sits at the center of the daily rhythm here. Upgraded countertops give you real workspace, and the stainless steel appliances - range with self-cleaning oven, range hood, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, and microwave - mean the setup is complete before you unpack a single box. A disposal handles the aftermath of a proper meal, and when the cooking is done, the in-unit washer and dryer take care of everything else without sending you down a hallway or into a shared laundry room. The walk-in closet is the kind of detail that earns its own mention in a studio - storage this generous changes how the rest of the space feels, keeping the open floor plan genuinely open rather than organized around where to pile things. Step out of the unit and the building earns its keep. The fitness center means your morning workout is a short elevator ride away. The roof deck is where the evenings pay off - a panoramic perch above Juniper Street where the city skyline and the last light of the afternoon do most of the work. On quieter days, the game room and meeting room give residents spaces that function beyond the four walls of their own apartment, whether that means a relaxed afternoon or a focused few hours away from the desk. The clubhouse and dog park round out a community that accommodates both people and their pets, subject to the building's breed, size, and number guidelines. Washington Square West is a neighborhood that rewards the walker. The blocks surrounding The Witherspoon are lined with the kind of independent restaurants, corner cafes, and eclectic shops that take years to accumulate and can't be replicated. Pine Street, South Street, and the broader corridor toward Rittenhouse and Old City are all within reach on foot, meaning a good dinner, a morning pastry, or an afternoon of browsing is rarely more than a few minutes away. The square itself offers a rare green pause in the middle of the city grid - benches, shade, and the kind of unhurried atmosphere that makes a densely urban neighborhood feel livable at a human scale. Security and elevator access give the building a practical ease that matters in daily life. On-street parking is available for residents with a vehicle, and the central location keeps most of the city's transit options close. At 379 square feet, this studio is designed for someone who understands that a well-planned smaller space, in the right neighborhood, with the right amenities surrounding it, offers a version of city living that larger, more remote apartments rarely match. The Witherspoon has been part of this block for more than a hundred years. The neighborhood has built itself around it, and the daily life available from this address reflects exactly that. 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.
| MLS # | PAPH2677386 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Lease |
| Style | Condominium |
| Status | Pending-bright |
| Year | 1896 |
| Days On Site | 3 |
| Listing Provided By | KW Empower | Gaurav Gambhir |
| Bath(s) | 1 Total |
|---|---|
| SQ Feet | 379 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Zoning | N/A |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Central |
| Interior Features | Floor Plan - Open, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Dining/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Flat, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Other |
| Furnished | No |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Freezer, Icemaker |
| Exterior Features | Roof Deck, Sidewalks, Outbuilding(s) |
|---|---|
| Security Features | 24 hour security, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Gate, Security System, Smoke Detector |
| Construction Materials | Other |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| State | PA |
|---|---|
| County | PHILADELPHIA PA |
| City | PHILADELPHIA |
| Zip Code | 19107 |
| Area | 19107 (19107) |
| Community Name | WASHINGTON SQ WEST |
| School District | THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELP |
| Listing VS Median (in WASHINGTON SQ WEST) | |
Price: $1,422 low | high Med: $2,214 sqft: 379 low | high Med: 607 $ / sqft: $4 low | high Med: $4 On site: 3 low | high Med: 185 | |
| State | PA |
|---|---|
| County | PHILADELPHIA PA |
| City | PHILADELPHIA |
| Zip Code | 19107 |
| Area | 19107 (19107) |
| Community Name | WASHINGTON SQ WEST |
| School District | THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELP |
| Listing VS Median (in WASHINGTON SQ WEST) | |
Price: $1,422 low | high Med: $2,214 sqft: 379 low | high Med: 607 $ / sqft: $4 low | high Med: $4 On site: 3 low | high Med: 185 | |