University City Apartments at UPENN / DREXEL / PENN Medicine in Philadelphia

Tom Dalton

In the Fall of 2020, our son was supposed to move into the dorms at Drexel, but three weeks before the scheduled move-in, we were informed that the dorms would be closed due to COVID-19. We were not going to let him do online classes from home so we were scrambling to find him a place to live in Philadelphia. Our online research led us to Redblock Realty and Ilya Robovetsky. Redblock had a newly renovated apartment complex on the corner of 40th St N and Spring Garden Street. I called Ilya and told him of our dilemma and, although the apartment complex was marketed primarily for graduate and professional students, Ilya took a chance and allowed 2 incoming freshman the opportunity to rent a 2 bedroom apartment. I must say that the apartment was extremely well designed with modern conveniences. Management was extremely attentive to any issues that arose during that year and Ilya was always available for a phone call, text or email when we needed to contact him. This apartment was so nice and management was so good to us that I took over the lease for a 2nd year so that we would have a place to stay when we came to visit our son at school [our son moved in to another apartment on campus the 2nd year]. I've been in the apartment development and management area for most of my career and I can say that I've never had a better experience with a management company. I would highly recommend Redblock Realty and Ilya Robovetsky for any housing needs you may have in Philadelphia.

mike madden

Very quiet building filled with respectful neighbors and is always kept in good shape. Less than 10 minute walk to Drexel and UPenn campus, along with Penn Presbyterian right around the corner.

Peyton Tuccinard

University City Lofts is a great place to live and I highly recommend it for any graduate students who are attending Penn or Drexel! As a Penn Dental student, being a 15 min walk from the school and having a bus/trolley stop right across the street is super convenient. The building is clean, safe, and up to date with renovations. My room is a great size and lets in a lot of natural light. Having the gym and study room in the building is super convenient as well! Management is super responsive and accommodating to any requests you may have.

Stephanie Grodecki

I have been living here for a few months and it has been great. Everything inside is brand new as it has been recently renovated. Washer and dryer in unit is a huge plus. The closets in the bedrooms and in the common spaces are massive so you get extra storage. My room here in the city is slightly smaller than I’m used to in the suburbs but i still fit a queen bed, desk, and dresser comfortably! The study room is huge and not busy so you can get work done in silence if you need. Penn dental is a straight 12 minute walk from the apartment which is the start of locust walk that takes you through Penn’s campus. It is a 7 minute walk to the septa station. It is also a 10-15 minute walk to Drexel’s recreation center which is near the law school and library. There is also a bus stop right across the street from the apartment. If you choose to have a car, there is free parking around the apartment and I’ve never had an issue finding a spot. The rooftop is so nice and has an amazing view and is much bigger than it seems! Management responds really quickly to any requests you have too!