UPenn & Drexel University Off-Campus Housing For Graduate Students
Congratulations on your acceptance into graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania! The next step is securing off-campus housing that is close to campus, prioritizes student needs, and offers high-end interior features and finishes. At The Standard at Philadelphia, our apartments near UPenn and Drexel University are an excellent choice for graduate students looking to enhance their college experience. Conveniently located in the heart of Philadelphia, our community places residents within a four-minute walk of UPenn’s campus and an eight-minute walk from Drexel. Our premium apartments provide everything students need to feel prepped for the semester ahead, including on-site parking, private study rooms, and helpful on-site management and maintenance teams. Contact our leasing office today for more information or to schedule an in-person property tour!
State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center
As a busy graduate student, you understand how challenging it can be to balance healthy habits with internships, deadlines, and social commitments. At The Standard at Philadelphia, we make it easy to transition between coursework and exercise. Our on-site, state-of-the-art fitness center is open 24 hours a day and fully equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, and a punching bag, allowing you to move seamlessly between cardio and strength training.
Designer-Inspired Furniture
Return from class and relax in a stylish apartment featuring upscale furnishings and finishes. Here, pristine quartz countertops, sleek stainless steel appliances, convenient under-bed storage, and large windows with views of Philadelphia come together to create a cohesive, modern space you’ll love to call home.
Parking Garage
In a major metropolitan area like Philadelphia, reliable parking can be hard to find. That’s why The Standard at Philadelphia offers residents the option to secure reserved parking. Our on-site parking garage has spaces available to add to your lease on a first-come, first-served basis.
Resort-Style Swimming Pool
Kick off the weekend with a dip in our rooftop swimming pool! Our pool deck is the perfect place for students to swim laps, beat the heat, or relax in a poolside lounge chair with a good book.
High-Speed Internet
Whether you prefer to study at home, in the computer lab, or in one of our private study rooms, our community offers property-wide high-speed internet access. This makes The Standard at Philadelphia an ideal choice for graduate students who frequently stream videos, attend virtual interviews, and conduct online research.
A Pet Friendly Community
Bring your furry friend along for the journey! The Standard at Philadelphia is proud to be a pet-friendly community. We even offer an on-site dog wash station, making it easy for students to fit grooming into their busy schedule.
Streamlined Move-Ins
No matter which floor plan layout you choose, you can rest assured that your unit is move-in ready. Our furnished apartments in Philadelphia, PA, eliminate the need for expensive moving companies and heavy stacks of cardboard boxes. Each unit features stainless steel appliances and designer-inspired furniture, including but not limited to a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, oven, full-sized washer and dryer, couch, coffee table, study desk, TV stand, TV, nightstand, and bed frame with under-bed storage.
A Balanced Lifestyle
Graduate students are multifaceted, which is why our community amenities are built to support a wide range of student interests and needs. Decompress in our on-site sauna, enjoy the outdoors at our rooftop grilling station, or break a sweat in our fully equipped fitness facility. There’s never a shortage of things to do at The Standard at Philadelphia!
A Diverse Selection
Whether you prefer cozy solo living or lively group hangouts, The Standard at Philadelphia offers a wide range of fully furnished floor plan layouts designed to suit your needs. View our available floor plan options, and discover the perfect studio, one-bedroom apartment, two-bedroom apartment, three-bedroom apartment, four-bedroom apartment, five-bedroom apartment, or six-bedroom apartment to call home.
Penn Law
Ranked among the top five law schools in the U.S., the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School boasts a rigorous curriculum and a strong commitment to cultivating the nation’s future legal professionals. The Standard at Philadelphia is conveniently located just half a mile from this prestigious institution. Additionally, Drexel University’s Thomas R. Kline School of Law is only 0.4 miles and a 10-minute walk from our property.
Walk, bike, bus, or drive to lectures, or visit local libraries and legal research centers. The Biddle Law Library is a mere 12-minute walk or a 7-minute bike ride from our community, while the Jenkins Law Library is a short 7-minute bike ride or an 8-minute drive away. This means graduate students at The Standard at Philadelphia enjoy shorter commutes and more time to focus on their studies, extracurriculars, and social lives.
Penn Medicine
From The Standard at Philadelphia to the Drexel University College of Medicine, medical students are just a short 12-minute walk from classes, study groups, and research labs.
The University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, one of the oldest medical schools in the country, is directly affiliated with the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Penn Presbyterian Medical Center; both located near The Standard at Philadelphia. Attendings are a 14-minute walk or 6-minute bike ride from the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and only an 11-minute bike ride from the Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
Penn Business
Drexel University MBA and DBA students are never far from the LeBow College of Business at 3220 Market Street. LeBow students receive a premier education from this century-old, AACSB-accredited institution. At The Standard at Philadelphia, students are just 0.3 miles, or a 7-minute walk, from experiential learning opportunities and expert faculty at LeBow, so there’s no need to worry about running late to classes.
UPenn students enjoy the same convenience. Wharton Business School, renowned as the world’s first collegiate business school, is only an 8-minute drive or bike ride from The Standard at Philadelphia. Outside of class, students can prepare for finals at the expansive Van Pelt Library. Located at 3420 Walnut Street, this massive University of Pennsylvania library is 0.5 miles, or a 12-minute walk, from our community, making last-minute study sessions manageable.
Convenient To Campus
Our centrally located Philadelphia apartment community is less than a mile from UPenn’s most competitive graduate programs. When you live at The Standard at Philadelphia, you are only a 12-minute walk from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, a 16-minute walk from the Perelman School of Medicine, and an 8-minute drive or bike ride from the Wharton MBA Program.
On-Site Assistance
Our knowledgeable on-site management and maintenance staff are always happy to assist graduate students as they settle into their new home! Our friendly, professional management team hosts a variety of social events, conducts property tours, and helps students navigate the leasing and renewal process.
For maintenance requests, submitting a work order is simple. Log in to the online resident portal, provide the details of your request, and our responsive maintenance team will promptly address your issue.