3900 Chestnut St, Unit 831

Philadelphia, PA 19104

$1,318
Price
Studio
Beds
400 Sq. Ft.
$40 / Sq. Ft.
400
Sq. Ft.
$40
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Tucked into a corner of West Philadelphia where a century-old building anchors one of the city's most intellectually alive stretches of Chestnut Street, studio 831 at the eighth floor offers something quietly rare: a compact, thoughtfully arranged space that lives larger than its footprint suggests. The open floor plan does real work here, erasing the visual boundaries between the kitchen and living area so that the whole of the apartment feels like a single, breathable room rather than a series...Tucked into a corner of West Philadelphia where a century-old building anchors one of the city's most intellectually alive stretches of Chestnut Street, studio 831 at the eighth floor offers something quietly rare: a compact, thoughtfully arranged space that lives larger than its footprint suggests. The open floor plan does real work here, erasing the visual boundaries between the kitchen and living area so that the whole of the apartment feels like a single, breathable room rather than a series of cramped compartments. Your mornings take shape in a kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances, upgraded countertops, and an ice maker and microwave tucked in close — everything within arm's reach, nothing wasted. The in-unit washer and dryer mean laundry happens on your schedule, not the building's, and the walk-in closet gives a studio-sized space organizational range that most comparable footprints simply do not offer. The open layout flows naturally toward the living area, where your furniture arranges itself around the rhythm of the day rather than around the architecture's limitations. Built in 1922, Chestnut Hall carries the quiet authority of a building that has watched an entire neighborhood evolve around it. The bones of that era — the proportions, the presence — are still here, updated for the way people actually live now. At 400 square feet, this is an exercise in intentional living, the kind of space that encourages you to know where everything is and to use what you have. The community around you rewards that same intentionality. Chestnut Street at this address sits at the edge of a neighborhood that blends longtime residents with students, researchers, and people who have simply chosen to stay because the street has something most city blocks do not: a sense of continuity. The cafés and restaurants along this corridor have regulars who know the staff by name. The bookshops and small independent businesses along nearby blocks are the kind that have been here long enough to feel like neighborhood institutions rather than recent arrivals. There is a texture to daily life here — the same faces at the corner, the unhurried pace of a stretch that has never fully decided whether it belongs to the university or the neighborhood proper, and in that ambiguity found its own distinct character. When you are ready to step out of that self-contained world, the building's amenities expand your square footage considerably. The roof deck transforms the city skyline into a nightly backdrop, and the fitness center means a morning workout does not require a separate commute. A concierge handles the small logistical details that accumulate in urban life, and the building's security infrastructure adds a quiet layer of reassurance. The dog park, game room, meeting room, and picnic area mean that the building functions as more than a place to sleep — it functions as a place to actually live. Your pets are welcome here as well, cats and dogs both, which makes the calculus of city living with an animal considerably simpler. When the city calls, it answers quickly. The dense transit network along this stretch of West Philadelphia puts Center City within easy reach, and the walkable grid of streets surrounding Chestnut Hall means that most daily needs resolve themselves on foot before you ever consider anything else. Pricing and availability subject to change on a daily basis. Photos are of model units.

Property Details for 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831

Tax ID Number
881117500
Ownership
Other
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
1
Structure Type
Unit/Flat/Apartment
Style
Victorian
Levels/Stories
1
LISTING UPDATED: 06/23/2026 05:56 PM

Property Details for 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2636668
Days on Market19
Pet PolicyAllowed
Rental Incentives-
Costs & Fees-
Available Date08/29/2026
Lease TermLease Length: 12 Months
Furnished-
Property TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Other
Year Built1925
Lot Size-
CountyPhiladelphia County
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Location

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Building Information for 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831

Building/Complex3900 Chestnut StFloor-Stories-Residences-Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsNo PetsYear Built1925Lot Size-

Property Information for 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19104 (19104)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Fitness Center, Concierge, Elevator, Dog Park, Spa, Extra Storage
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Zoning: N/A
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Date Available: 08-29-2026
  • Security Deposit: $350
  • Minimum Lease in Months: 12
  • Maximum Lease in Months: 24
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Tenant Pays: Utilities - All
  • Application Fee: $79
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Kitchen
  • Stories: Main
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 0 X 0
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 400.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 200X219
  • Parcel ID: 1409904
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: None
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Common
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Roof Deck
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Other
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Other
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: RentPhilly.com, rentphillyshowings.com

Property History for 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 19, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2636668

$1,318—
Jun 18, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2636668

$1,302—
Jun 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2636668

$1,241—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/19/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2636668

$1,318
06/18/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #PAPH2636668

$1,302
06/15/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2636668

$1,241

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Schools near 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Powel Samuel School
Public - K to 4
Science Leadership Academy Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
West Philadelphia High School
Public - 9 to 12
Paul Robeson High School For Human Services
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Powel Samuel School
PublicK to 4

Science Leadership Academy Middle School
Public5 to 8

West Philadelphia High School
Public9 to 12

Paul Robeson High School For Human Services
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831, Philadelphia, PA 19104

3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831 is available for rent in Philadelphia, PA 19104. This property was listed on June 15, 2026 by KW Empower, it's currently listed at $1,318. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Powel Samuel School, Science Leadership Academy Middle School and West Philadelphia High School. 3900 Chestnut Street, Unit 831 is a 0-bed, 1-bath, 400 sqft a property built in 1925.

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