The Axis

20 S 36th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$800 - $1,300
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Bedrooms
Studio
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
252 - 378 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Double Classic

$800
Studio, 1 Bath
252 - 342 Sq. Ft.
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Double Deluxe

$900
Studio, 1 Bath
378 Sq. Ft.
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Single Deluxe

$1,300
Studio, 1 Bath
252 - 378 Sq. Ft.
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1925
  • 136 units7 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Resident Utility Charge
    $75 / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $50

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $250

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Explore Commute Options

Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Community Features

  • Short Term Lease

Map of The Axis

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Fairly drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Subway

5 min Walk

Route 10 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Subway

1 min Drive

Market-Frankford Line - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) SEPTA

Subway

1 min Drive

Subway

7 min Walk

Route 10 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Subway

1 min Drive

Market-Frankford Line - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Route 10 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Airport

Philadelphia International

19 min Drive

PHL

Airport

Wilmington Airport

52 min Drive

Airport

Trenton Mercer

51 min Drive

TTN

Moving to University City, Philadelphia, PA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Axis proximity to The Shops At Penn and Grays Ferry Shopping Center. The Shops At Penn is 0.3 miles away, and Grays Ferry Shopping Center is within a 31 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, University City is exceptional public transit. Within 1.7 miles of The Axis, you’ll find 36Th Street, 36Th St, and 34Th Street.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Axis are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Schuylkill River Park.

Airports

Living in University City provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 19 minutes from The Axis. Another nearby airport is Wilmington Airport, located 34.5 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Powel Samuel School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

Montessori Genesis II School

Grades PK-5

Private

Not rated

Philadelphia Elwyn Institute

Grades K-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Science Leadership Academy Middle School

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Mcmichael Morton School

Grades PK-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

West Philadelphia High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Davidson School-Philadelphia

Grades 9-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
University of Pennsylvania Walk: 5 min (0.3 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main Walk: 8 min (0.5 mi)
University of the Sciences Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)

About The Axis

The Axis offers you an incredibly convenient location, flexible leasing terms and a vast array of amenities and services at reasonable prices. Seconds away from your classes at the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, you will find… plenty of things to do in your free time - eateries, shopping and theaters. Or join the Resident Advisers and other students for game events, movie nights, cultural dances and other social opportunities.

The Axis is an apartment community in Philadelphia, PA

Contact

Property Address:
20 S 36th St,
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone Number: (215) 662-0802
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

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