Frequently Asked Questions: Living at The Mark Philadelphia

The Mark Philadelphia is located at:

3615-35 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

This University City address places the community in a central location for students evaluating housing near the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University.

The Mark Philadelphia is directly across the street from Drexel University, less than 0.1 miles away. That comes out to about a 2-minute walk, which makes getting to class, campus buildings, and student resources quick and convenient.

The Mark Philadelphia is conveniently located just 0.2 miles, or a 5-minute walk, away from the University of Pennsylvania. The community is just two blocks away from the northern section of campus, making it easy to reach most of UPenn’s on-campus libraries, buildings, and residence halls on foot.

The Mark Philadelphia is close to several UPenn academic departments and colleges, giving residents a straightforward walk to several key parts of campus. Colleges within walking distance of these UPenn student apartments include:

• The College of Arts & Sciences is 0.3 miles from The Mark Philadelphia, a 7-minute walk away.
• The Annenberg School for Communication is 0.2 miles from the community, a 5-minute walk away.
• The School of Engineering and Applied Science is 0.5 miles away, an 11-minute walk away.
• Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is 0.7 miles away, a 15-minute walk away.

Several Drexel academic areas are within a short walk of The Mark Philadelphia, which gives residents quick access to classrooms and campus facilities nearby. Nearby parts of campus include:

• The College of Computing & Informatics is 0.2 miles from The Mark Philadelphia, a 3-minute walk away.
• Nursing is 0.2 miles from the community, a 5-minute walk away.
• Education is 0.3 miles away, a 7-minute walk away.
• Law is 0.4 miles away, an 8-minute walk away.
• Engineering is 0.6 miles away, a 13-minute walk away.
• Arts & Sciences is 0.4 miles away, an 8-minute walk away.

Within half a mile of The Mark Philadelphia, residents have access to several shopping, dining, and retail options that are easy to reach on foot. This gives students a convenient set of nearby stops for groceries, pharmacy items, quick meals, clothing, and school supplies. A few examples of stores within walking distance of the community include:

• Penn Bookstore
• Wawa
• GIANT grocery store
• Walgreens
• Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers
• Taco Bell
• H&M

The Mark Philadelphia is close to several local attractions in University City, which gives residents easy access to museums, entertainment, performance venues, and major campus landmarks. Nearby attractions include:

• The Institute of Contemporary Art is 0.1 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 3-minute walk away.
• Penn Arts Center is 0.2 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 4-minute walk away.
• The Penn Museum is 0.6 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 13-minute walk away.
• Cinemark University City is 0.6 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 13-minute walk away.
• Franklin Field is 0.6 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 12-minute walk away.

Residents at The Mark Philadelphia are close to both indoor and outdoor recreation spaces around University City. Fitness and recreation near the community are not limited to one campus, and both Penn and Drexel options are nearby, along with additional parks, fields, and open-air spaces in the surrounding area. Nearby options include:
Within 0.5 miles of The Mark Philadelphia:

• Penn Campus Recreation is 0.2 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 4-minute walk away.
• Drexel Recreation is 0.4 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, an 8-minute walk away.

More than 0.5 miles from The Mark Philadelphia:

• The ice rink is 0.7 miles away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 15-minute walk away.
• The Woodlands Community Garden is 1 mile away from The Mark Philadelphia, a 23-minute walk away.

The Mark Philadelphia offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, four-bedroom, five-bedroom, and six-bedroom layouts. The mix of floor plans makes it easier to find a setup that feels right, whether that means more privacy or a heightened sense of community.

Yes. Every UPenn off-campus apartment at The Mark Philadelphia comes with fully furnished bedroom spaces, and most layouts also include furnished common areas.

Bedrooms include a full-size bed, memory foam mattress, nightstand, two dressers, and a desk with chair. In most non-studio layouts, the common area includes a sofa, side table, coffee table, entertainment stand, 50-inch TV, and accent chair. Bar stools are included in all units except studios and the Catherine two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout, while dining room tables are included in premium units only. This makes the community a practical option for students comparing Philadelphia student apartments with move-in-ready interiors.

The Mark Philadelphia stands out for its combination of updated apartment finishes and layout options that support a variety of student lifestyles. Features like hardwood-style flooring in common spaces, smart TVs in the living room, en-suite bathroom options, top-floor units, balconies in select layouts, and floor-to-ceiling windows in select apartments give residents more variety than a standard student apartment setup.

Yes. Some layouts include upgraded or limited-availability features depending on the unit type. Premium units include dining room tables, and select apartments offer features such as balconies, top-floor placement, floor-to-ceiling windows, campus views, private bedrooms and bathrooms, or shared bathroom layouts.

Yes. The Mark Philadelphia offers layouts with private bedroom and bathroom options, along with some units that include shared bathrooms. This gives residents more flexibility when choosing the setup that fits their preferences.

The kitchens at The Mark Philadelphia feature a clean, modern finish with materials and appliances selected for everyday use. Apartment kitchens include soft-close cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and a deep-basin sink with garbage disposal.

Yes. Residents have an in-unit washer and dryer, which makes it easier to handle laundry on their own schedule.

The Mark Philadelphia includes several places where residents can study without leaving the building. Residents have access to private study rooms for quieter work, along with coworking areas and an academic lounge for reading, group projects, and day-to-day coursework.

The study and coworking areas at The Mark Philadelphia include interactive displays that support presentations, shared work, and group discussions. High-speed internet is also included, which makes it easier for residents to join virtual classes, stream lectures, work on assignments, and stay connected while studying in their off-campus apartment in Philadelphia, PA.

The Mark Philadelphia includes a mix of recreation and social amenities that give residents places to work out, recharge, and spend time with friends. The community features a 24/7 fitness center, yoga lawn, wellness suite with sauna, rooftop resort-style pool, heated spa, rooftop clubroom, game lounge, pool tables, motion sports simulator, grilling areas, fire pits, and a Jumbotron in the outdoor amenity space.

Yes. Residents have access to a 24/7 fitness center, yoga lawn, and wellness suite with sauna. These amenities give students multiple ways to stay active or unwind during the week, whether that means fitting in a workout, stretching outside, or taking a break after class.

Yes. The Mark Philadelphia has a rooftop resort-style pool and a heated spa, giving residents an outdoor space to swim, relax, or spend time with friends without leaving the community.

The Mark Philadelphia includes several shared spaces where residents can spend time outside their PA student apartment. The community features a rooftop clubroom, game lounge, and additional lounge areas that give residents places to meet up with friends, hang out between classes, or spend time in a more social setting.

The Mark Philadelphia is in a walkable University City location that keeps Drexel and UPenn close by for day-to-day trips to class. Residents can also use bike storage on-site, which gives them another way to get around the neighborhood and campus areas. The property’s location near major academic buildings, retail, dining, and recreation also makes it easy to handle daily errands on foot.

The nearest bus stop is at Chestnut Street and 36th Street, which is under a 2-minute walk from The Mark Philadelphia. This gives residents a quick and convenient transit option for getting around University City and beyond.

Yes. The Mark Philadelphia includes bike storage, which is helpful for residents who prefer to bike to class or around University City.

The Mark Philadelphia has on-site management and maintenance teams, along with parcel management and valet trash. These services give residents support inside the community for day-to-day needs, leasing questions, and package handling.

The Mark Philadelphia includes individually keyed bedrooms, building access control, and on-site management and maintenance. Together, these features support a more secure living environment while also giving residents on-site help when community or apartment issues come up.

An on-site maintenance and management team gives residents direct support inside the community. When questions come up or apartment issues need attention, residents have a clear point of contact for help, follow-up, and day-to-day service. This makes communication easier and everyday requests more straightforward.

Residents can submit maintenance requests through the resident portal or by contacting the on-site team for assistance.

Residents can contact the on-site management team with questions about their lease, community policies, payments, and other account- or lease-related matters.

Yes. The Mark Philadelphia welcomes pets, and residents may have up to two animals per apartment.

Yes. Some dog breeds are not allowed under the community’s pet policy. Restricted breeds include Chow Chow, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Mastiff breeds, Staffordshire Terrier breeds, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Cane Corso, Akita, Siberian Husky, Dogo Argentino, Alaskan Malamute, Wolf-hybrid, and any mix of those breeds.

Yes. Residents pay a one-time charge of $300, along with $35 in monthly pet fees.

Yes. Certain restricted dog breeds and all kinds of exotic animals are not permitted at The Mark Philadelphia. That includes birds such as parrots and toucans, reptiles such as snakes, rodents such as ferrets, fish, and insects.

Yes. Pets need to be disclosed and approved before move-in. Applicants also need to complete a pet profile through PetScreening as part of the approval process.

Potential residents can begin the application process by contacting the leasing team directly or starting the application online through our convenient web portal. This gives future residents a direct way to review current availability, floor plan options, and next steps for signing a lease.

Student housing near Drexel and the University of Pennsylvania is limited and usually fills up fast, so potential residents should secure their spot by signing their lease as early as possible. The sooner you sign your lease, the wider range of floor plan options you have to choose from, the more roommates you have to pick from, and the better a deal you get on your monthly installments.

Residents can pay their monthly installments through the resident portal. This gives residents an online way to manage payments, review account information, and stay on top of upcoming charges.

Under an individual leasing contract, each resident is responsible for their assigned portion of the housing contract. This provides residents with financial security should one of their roommates break the lease or fail to pay their portion of the housing contract.

Yes, The Mark Philadelphia offers roommate matching to help residents curate their ideal apartment community. Instead of needing to collect a group of up to five compatible roommates on their own, residents can move forward with the leasing process and be matched based on the community’s roommate matching system. This is especially helpful for students who are new to town or only have a few roommates already in mind for a larger shared apartment.