Great S/W corner unit, about 620 sqft with tons of light. Building was no frills or common amenities when we signed (May '15), so rate was good ($1,575) and we signed for 22 months, locking in a 3% rent increase for months 13-22. Good thing because some other tenants got hit with as much as 80% rent hike upon request to renew - potentially just to clear them out of the building though. They just installed a gym and common area in the basement so they'll probably hike rates.

Newly finished apartments with new ameneties; other facilities are still being set up (gym, common area etc)
Management is super helpful and responsive

The Republic (AKA 1930 Chestnut) has been a wonderful place to live. I've been here for 2 years and the building has gotten steadily better since I've moved here. Bozzuto has maanged the building MUCH better than Turchi, and the renovations have been beautiful. They just opened up the fitness center and the lounge which are on par with other Wharton buildings like 2116 Chestnut. The doormen are also incredibly nice.

New management is better than previous management. Newly renovated apartments are fairly nice, but 15-85% increase in rent from before (improvements are definitely not 85% rent-increase worth). Extra charges for hot water, sewer, electricity, and pets. Currently, new rent reflects amenities that are unfinished.

The apartment location couldn't be better. They're renovating the building and adding a gym! However, the gym isn't included with being a resident. Since Bozzuto took on the building, they've made great strides to improve the area but the cost is consistently increasing. Management is great and very responsive. No problems but price!

I've been living at 1930 for 2 years now. Location is unbeatable, there is a 24/7 CVS and Starbucks on the block and the trolley/bus is a block away. The major downside is high rent relative to facilities, there isn't a gym in the building or any other amenities, but rent is exactly the same or higher than apartment buildings in the vicinity. Also, rent does not include any additional a such as electric/parking/water etc. Residents also pay for common area usage of electricity raising monthly electric bills payments significantly.

Nothing really fancy, but a pretty standard and decent value apartment, good distance between both law school and downtown.

Great place in Center City. Management is very responsive. The rooms and kitchens are no frills (carpet flooring, basic appliances, basic countertops, etc). Easy access to local train, trolley, bus, and Indigo bike rack.

Excellent choice if you don't need amenities (or prefer them unbundled from rent). Great apartments.

Good Location - Good Management - Good space per money. No amenities but friendly staff