gets more expensive every year

Good location close to center city attractions. Onsite gym and basketball court. Staff is helpful and building secure. Downside is lack of parking

This building is very old and not renovated at all. We made the mistake of believing what was said online and when we arrived it was a horror story. They promised hardwood flooring, renovated kitchen and bathroom and lots of light. We arrived to a completely carpeted studio with a somewhat renovated bathroom and a 2000's kitchen. Management was nice but not very understanding and problem solving. The area just didn't work for us, it is really near Love Park and in the day it is very nice but at night when you want to go to the Rittenhouse area you find a lot of little gangs just staring at you.

The Metropolitan is a beautiful building. The units have all been renovated with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. The wood flooring looks really nice and doesn't feel cheap. The building also comes with some common amenities (e.g. Community room, conference center, and a gym). The only real downside is that there aren't any nearby grocery stores.

I've lived here for a little over a year and I have very few complaints. Pros: The rent is quite reasonable, the location is amazing, the staff and maintenance are cordial and attentive, and the walls are thick so there is very little noise. Cons: Although I love the location, the neighborhood can feel a little unsafe late at night. In addition, there is construction across the street that can get annoying. I've talked to some neighbors and it sounds like it's not a huge issue for the higher up floors.

Renovations have given the Metropolitan a very modern look on the inside while preserving its historic character on the outside. The staff is extremely friendly and I love the neighborhood. Everything is in walking distance and the views are really nice. The Metropolitan also has a loading dock, which really comes in handy when you are trying to move-in in Center City. Also, I've made good use of the gym over the last year -- it has the standard apartment equipment and usually isn't too busy so I rarely have to wait for a treadmill or an elliptical.

Although the Metropolitan is on the pricier end, you certainly get what you pay for. The views from my unit are great and the apartment itself is in great condition. The staff at the Metropolitan are top notch. They are always on top of everything and I've been incredibly impressed. I've the occassional maintenance issue here and there, but management has been incredibly responsive and taken care of it right away. Overall, I think it's one of the best places to live in Philly!