Convenient apartment, usually need to take transit to school or walk ~45 minutes

PROs:
1. The apartment definitely meets the "luxury" definition, with nice finishes, concierge services, pool and gym access, but the prices are not crazy (especially if you are in a couple and can split rent). Compared to the other luxury apartments in the area, it is definitely one of the best "bang for your buck"
2. Beautiful location on the parkway, makes it feel like the whole apartment complex is in a park. Lovely views.
3. If you are into those sorts of things, the complex organizes a ton of events, happy hours etc. There is an art gallery in the basement lol
4. Easy upgrade to bigger properties in the complex is possible, management can help you do that when your lease is about to expire
5. Nice walk to downtown and West Philly. Schuylkill trail is 5 min away
6. Great for pets. So many dogs! There are at least 2 dog parks and a doggie care downstairs
7. Gym is really really nice, has most free weights up to 70-80 lbs
8. Management is on site, so you can always walk into their office and ask questions
9. The Old Nelson downstairs is so convenient. You can find anything from basic groceries to snacks to hot food. They make a mean burger with fries that only costs about 10 dollars. Smoothies and bagels are also great. You can grab food in the summer and bring it pool side. There is also a cafe area right outside that you can sit at.
10. Generally feels very secure, the area doesn't make you have to look behind your shoulder when you're walking at night (tho you should always be careful)
11. Close to three supermarkets - Giants is 7 min walk south, Whole Foods is 5 min walk north, TJ is 10 min walk south. Very very convenient

CONS:
1. Not the closest to HUP, about 30 min walk (we like walking and this is fine, but I can imagine if you don't, it's kind of a pain), there is a bus, although it only comes on the hour. Presby is 25 min if you go through Mantua. VA is 45 min. Pennsy is 40 min (there is a bus, but not so reliable)
2. The parkway is nice, except in the summer it is so loud. Motorbikes ride on the parkway every night, and you will get to hear all the parkway concerts AND their rehersals. Probably less of a problem if your apartment faces away from the Parkway.
3. No utilities included, and you don't pay them per usage but per total usage / number of residents. Not ideal, especially if you try to be energy conscious. For a 1BR1BA, utilities are about 150-200 per month
4. Maintenance is hit or miss. Some stuff they repair in 2 seconds. Some other stuff they take ages and they will beat around the bush sending their internal people to take a look at it a couple of times before they finally decide to call a contractor who knows what they're doing
5. Not the greatest restaurant scene around, you have to walk maybe 20-25 min to Rittenhouse or Center City
6. Depending on location, the apartments can get very hot.
7. If you hate pets this is NOT the place for you. I can estimate there are probably upwards of 200 dogs living on the premises, at least. Dogs in the elevators all the time. We love them, but if you're allergic or you don't like them, you won't be able to avoid them

Great apartment and amenities

Great open space in the museum district with a young community. Tons of amenities & convenient parking. The walk to school is on the longer side (25-30 min). Great for dogs and families!

Park Towne Place offers the most amenities I've ever seen at a complex - pool, gym, market, dry cleaner, salon, mail room, art studio, open offices, game room, movie theater, etc. However, rent is one of the highest in Philadelphia and most things except for the gym and pool come with additional fees. This probably isn't the best place for a student to live unless it's be paid for by someone with the right means. Luckily I have worked through school and split the rent with my boyfriend so it is affordable for me.

Beautiful, modern property- upper end living for reasonable prices if you split a room. Great amenities, amazing location, beautiful city view, small parks, young families and pet friendly. Apartments are newly renovated and absolutely the best looking apartments in all of Philly. 10/10 recommend this place- you will fall in love!

Great Experience at Park Towne

The place is very clean, decently priced and having an outdoor swimming pool is pretty nice

Nothing big to complain about

Really enjoying living here. Fully renovated/refurbished apartments, nice appliances inside, dry cleaners + gym + swimming pool + groceries + beauty saloon all on the premises. Any maintenance requests are dealt with very quickly.