Although I just moved into Academy House last week, the location is even better than I expected! EVERYTHING is within walking distance, this is truly in the heart of center city! All of the best restaurants, shops, bars, and sites are right outside your door! The unit I am living in is spacious with great views. Could use a bit of a renovation, but we got a great deal on rent! I recommend this place to anyone, the door people and staff and so nice and helpful. Couldn't have asked for a better place!

The apartments are spacious, the location is great, the gym has everything we need, and the fact that all utilities are included is a major pro for us (no need to deal with any service providers or bills, except for internet).
The price is affordable and overall we love the building.

If I ought to state cons: the pool is quite small and most residents are old but extremely nice couples, so it's not ideal if you are looking to socialize.

Most of the condos in the building are owned by older folk who live in the suburbs and rent to students, either from Jefferson Medical School or elsewhere. As a result, the prices are extremely reasonable and everything (water, gas, electric, A/C, heating, etc) is included in the rent. It varies from condo to condo but, generally, it's a great location without the hassle of overpriced apartments.

Pros: More spacious than most other housing options, large rooms + large drawing room - 2 Bathrooms! - Well appointed kitchen and bathrooms - People at the concierge are helpful - Decent gym (not as fancy as 1500 Locust, but pretty well equipped and quite large) - Our landlord was pretty helpful and quite accommodating (he even allowed sublets during the summer) - Building is well located. Cons - Slightly older building (we haven't had too many issues with things breaking down, but it does happen occasionally) - Not too many Whartonites in the building and typical occupant is elderly (70+). Neighbors may sleep early and don't like too much noise, so don't expect this to be a party pad! - Building manager can be a bit crabby and unhelpful (but reception/concierge is great!)

It's great and located in a fun, social, safe, area away from campus.

Great building. Centrally located with excellent south-facing (hence, sunny) unit. All expenses are included in the rent. Building is very liberal and though there are few Wharton students, most neighbours are extremely welcoming.

This building is a condo building, but you can also find available apartments from Allan Domb Real Estate. Great value for the price. Rent includes all utilities and TV cable. Washer and dryer in the unit. The place has a small gym and small in-door pool. Doormen are very nice. Most apartments have a balcony.

Slightly older building, but very spacious with lots of light - Relatively cheaper - building management can be a tad cantankerous to deal with at times (though the guys handling the concierge desk are all quite nice AND friendly)

Safe, clean, quiet, great location-- a hidden gem!

It's a little far away (15th & Locust), but it provides excellent value.