We have had a really great experience at Naval Square. The facilities are top notch and the buildings are all new and very comfortable. The management is on top of things and visitors often comment that the common areas feel like a hotel. The swimming pool and large field out front has been a great place for our toddler to play and to meet other people.

The only downside is that since it's a pretty large complex, it takes a while to get out while walking. For example, a "quick" walk to South Street Market is probably 10 minutes or so. Obviously, this depends on where you are within the complex. So it's close enough to Center City where you feel like you're close, but definitely far enough to have the space but also lack some of the conveniences of being embedded in the city.

Phenomenal spot for families. Hard to get into, and can be expensive, but it is well worth it. Cannot imagine life another way here in Philly.

Excellent location for accessing both Penn Medicine hospitals or downtown. All the amenities you'd want (gym, pool, package concierge, security). Included parking (covered for some units) and available guest parking is extremely valuable and competitive with luxury high-rises that often charge $200+ additional per month for parking. Community of young professionals with lots of kids and dogs. Inside the walls, very quiet and peaceful, like living in the suburbs in the middle of the city (this can feel odd/disjointed to some, I find it a feature). Different floorplans available to suit taste, including townhomes and more traditional condos.

Main con: very poor sound proofing between floors (hear foot/pawsteps of upstairs neighbors) -- this would not be an issue on top floor units.

Close to campus and comfortable and homey, with all the amenities

Fantastic place to live - awesome community with great neighbors. Great for families and a nice suburban feel while being only blocks away from the busier parts of Center City.

Overall, Naval Square is a great place to live if you want somewhere close to Penn/CHOP/HUP and is easy to get to Center City. The complex has a very suburban feel, with new construction, manicured lawns and flower beds, and an HOA that sometimes makes you feel like you’re one of the Stepford Wives. Many units include garage or outdoor parking as well as a storage unit. There is a concierge to accept packages and the complex is very pet-friendly.

Downsides include that it’s relatively pricey for Grad Hospital, and that the soundproofing between floors is very poor, so if you’re the kind of person who likes to play loud music or have parties late at night, this is not the complex for you. The complex itself is very much geared towards families and older couples who want peace and quiet at night. The HOA/management can also be very strict when it comes to enforcing rules and regulations for the complex, so keep that in mind as well.

The description says it all. 10 minute bike ride or 25 minute walk to campus, a large grass field for kids and dogs to run on, a pool, gym, and vibrant community of young families and couples makes this - bar none- the best place in Philly for Wharton or Penn Med/Law students to live in.

Amazing place to live, especially if you have a family or if you don't want to live in a high rise but would like a nice gated community. There are a good amount of Penn Med and CHOP & HUP Residents that live here. There are always a few Wharton/Penn Law students as well. All together, it has a real neighborhood community feel while having the convenience of being very close to the bars and restaurants of Center City. There condos themselves are modern and spacious. The one slight negative, however, is that the pricing is higher than I expected. Naval Square is a better value than some of the high rises in Center City, but it's ALOT more expensive than comparable townhomes 1-2 blocks away. That said, you end up paying a high premium to be within the gated community, which says a lot about the consistent demand to live here.

Outstanding gated community within walking distance of Center City but still separate enough to get some peace and quiet. The community amenities (which include a pool, gym, and being incredibly pet friendly) are outstanding. One of the best places in Philly to live in!

-Nice condos/townhouses
-Lots of open grass for kids to play
-There are also a fair number of Wharton families (mostly Veterans) that live in Naval Square and the community is close-knit
-The only downside is that it is somewhat removed from Rittenhouse Square, making it more difficult to meet up with people in that area (and your walk to and from campus will likely be different too)
-But, overall, I would definitely recommend it for those with families