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High-rise Apartment  «  Michael Singer Real Estate
Rittenhouse Square, 135 S 20th St | Philadelphia
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  •  24-Hour Front Desk
  •  Building Laundry Room
  •  Cat Friendly
  •  Central A/C
  •  Dishwasher
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Granite Countertops
  •  Hardwood Floors
  •  Microwave
  •  Oversize or penthouse units
  •  Parking Nearby
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances

User Rating

8.3
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36 Reviews

About this Location

MOM’s Organic Market
9 min via 9 (bus)
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby
12/21/9 (bus) - 1 min
17 (bus) - 1 min
Rittenhouse Square
2 min walk

Pricing 

Studio, 1 Bath
$1,285+
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$1,585+
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
$1,800+
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  • Building Related

    •  Elevators

  • Laundry

    •  Building Laundry Room

  • Living Room

    •  Central A/C
    •  Hardwood Floors
    •  Large Windows
    •  Lots of Sunlight

  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Parking Nearby

  • Pet Terms & Amenities

    •  Cat Friendly

  • Security & Maintenance

    •  24-Hour Front Desk

  • Unique Unit Types

    •  Oversize or penthouse units
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Overall rating 8.3/10, based on 36 renter reviews Write a review

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5.5
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7.2
Management
9.3
Value
6.7
Social
8.6
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The Chatham reviews and highlights

  • Nice hardwood floors
  • Excellent maintenance staff
  • Love the building
  • Steps to the bus stop
  • Many of the units do not include dishwashers or microwaves
  • Utilities are included
  • Staff is reliable and nice
  • Older kitchens
  • Amazing value for the location and space
  • Laundry is in the basement
  • Lacks some of the amenities of luxury buildings
  • Clean, spacious, and has its own charm
  • Very safe building in a good location
  • Walk-in closets even in the studios
  • Lots of natural light
  • Building is on the older side
  • Management is great
  • Great location with a nice view of Rittenhouse Square
  • 24-hour doormen keep the building safe and secure
  • Amazing location
  • Huge rooms
  • Great for families because the units are spacious
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Cozy and Gets the Job Done

What the Chatham lacks in frills, it makes up for in space and reliability of appliances / management. Management has done a great job keeping up the building. Studios are larger than those in newer buildings, but the cost is well below market because the building is older.

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  • Studio / 1 bath
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I have very few complaints

the only complaint i have is that the kitchen has little counterspace so it's a bit uncomfortable for cooking. Otherwise the area around the apartment is really nice and I feel comfortable in the apartment

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Amazing Deal in Center City

Such a hidden gem. Loads of space. Beautiful apartment with lots of character. Not fit for someone looking for super modern apartment. No gym is only minus.

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Affordable and big

Older building but best value doorman building for sure

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  • 1 bed / 1 bath
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Solid for the price

I like the value of the Chatham. I get to live alone, with plenty of space and high ceilings for a reasonable price.

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Great value and place to live

It's a perfect location, super cheap for what it is, and a big room! Sure, the hallways are pink and the appliances are old, but it's unbeatable value if you don't cook too much and like to have plenty of space. The studio has an extra office-type room and the closet is basically another room.

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Prime location with lots of space

I have lived in The Chatham for 5 years and highly recommend the building. It is old, but well maintained. It has all the benefits of an old building - high ceilings, sound-proof walls, lots of space, cute features, and HUGE closets. Drawbacks are that the windows can be a little drafty and amenities are lacking - no dishwasher, washer dryer in the basement, etc. If old and spacious is what you're looking for, you've come to the right place. Plus, the 24 hour doormen are fantastic and the manager is very responsive. Definitely recommend.

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Great Value

Great value for a large studio! Kitchen/eating area is separate from main studio - feels like 2 separate rooms unlike typical studios. Also lots of storage space available.

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Good value

Cheap apartment; very low-frills; conveniently close to everything but not very social.

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No frills building that comes with plenty of space at an amazing price

Huge rooms. Wooden floors. All utilities included. Doorman and elevator. Excellent maintenance staff. Older kitchens (no dishwasher).

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The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 23 Recs

Cleavers
Shake Shack
Vernick Food & Drink
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grocery 2 Recs

Trader Joe’s
Di Bruno Bros.
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convenience 5 Recs

CVS Pharmacy
Old Nelson Food Company
Rite Aid
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fitness 37 Recs

Philly Power Yoga
Body Cycle Spinning Studio
Thrive Pilates
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parks 4 Recs

Rittenhouse Square Park
Schuylkill Banks
John F. Collins Park
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coffee 19 Recs

Capogiro Gelato
La Colombe Coffee
Almaz Cafe
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About Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse Square is located in Center City and is home to some of the city's best restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. The neighborhood has luxury high-rises with beautiful views of the the park and has quick access to popular transit.
Pricey
Amazing Charm
Extremely Safe
Central Location
Great Social Scene
Great Coffee Shops
Lots of Wharton Students
Median rents in Rittenhouse Square
Studio
$
1,500
1 Bedroom
$
1,900
2 Bedroom
$
2,550

Getting around Rittenhouse Square

PATCO (rail)

14 min

10/34 (light rail)

10 min

21/42/9 (bus)

1 min

17 (bus)

1 min

125/44 (bus)

7 min

7 (bus)

5 min

Parking Near The Chatham

No parking is available at The Chatham, but there is parking nearby.

PARKWAY 20th & Walnut Lot

2 min
$380 / month

PARKWAY 1845 Walnut Garage

4 min
$410 / month

SP PLUS 2027 Sansom St

4 min
$265 / month
Parking rates are for informational purposes only and may vary — for most up to date pricing, please reach out to the garage directly.

Rittenhouse Square Reviews

582 reviews
Reviewed by Temple Medical Student living at Robin Apartments - studio
Walnut street is very safe - there's always people around and it's well lit. The neighborhood includes all of the fun aspects of living in Philadelphia - tons of access to food and bars, nearby grocery stores/markets, access to the parks and the Schuylkill River Trail
Reviewed by Temple Medical Student living at 1600 Walnut Street
Very close to fun restaurants/bars/shops. Close to the subway as well as the train station (suburban station).
Reviewed by Penn Law Student living at The Dorchester
Rittenhouse is the safest part of Philly. It's a very "happening" part of town—lots of restaurants and bars on every street. At the same time, it's right next to more residential neighborhoods to walk around in and explore. It's a great place to live relatively close to the law school but with a degree of separation so as not to get trapped in the law school bubble.
Reviewed by Temple Law Student living at N/A
The neighborhood is both quiet and lively. There is so much around, but I have never had an issue sleeping or studying because there is too much noise. The broad street line is a 10-15 minute walk away and we are close to shopping, food, the park, and the river trail. Has everything within a 10-15 walk.
Reviewed by Temple Medical Student living at AQ Rittenhouse
This neighborhood has everything I need within walking distance. Shops, grocery stores, parks, the subway and trolley, post office. You name it. It's very safe and extremely quiet, which helps when I'm trying to study. The Rittenhouse Square area is really the best place to live in Philly if you don't mind paying a little more.
Reviewed by Penn Carey Law Student living at 2043 Spruce Street
I love this neighborhood and knew I wanted to live here when beginning my apartment search. The park is one of my favorite places in the city, and I love being able to easily access all the restaurants and shopping nearby. It's also an easy (~20 minute) walk to Penn Law, and the walking commute has always been a nice and peaceful part of my day.

Spruce Street in particular is great - it's a little south of the square, so is quieter/shielded from a lot of the traffic that the neighborhood gets, but it's not out of the way or far away. There's a Starbucks, a grocery store (Rittenhouse Market), and a few corner stores (Four Seasons and Food & Friends) within a 2-3 minute walk of my apartment.
Reviewed by Cooper Medical Student living at The Wellington
Love the neighborhood, Rittenhouse Square is beautiful and we are so close to the more commercial areas like Walnut Street while not being in the center of the craziness. Plus we are within walking distance of public transportation including 10 minutes from the 15/16 street PATCO station. I personally think it is one of the best areas of Philly to live in.
Reviewed by Cooper Medical Student living at 1612 Pine St
Rittenhouse Square has a park in the center surrounded by a bookstores, restaurants, and a public library. It is open to pets and often has open art / food markets on the weekends. It is close to the Broad Street Line and PATCO. There are many families who live in the area. It is affordable compared to other major cities (NYC, DC, Boston), but there are certainly more affordable areas in Philadelphia, simply without the luxury of being so close to Center City.

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