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Rittenhouse Square, 2020 Walnut St | Philadelphia
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  •  24-Hour Front Desk
  •  Cat friendly
  •  Controlled Access
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Granite Countertops
  •  Laundry on Every Floor
  •  Parking Garage
  •  Resident Lounge  
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  •  Swimming Pool  
  •  Walk-in Closets
  •  Washer/Dryer In Unit  

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8.5
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192 Reviews

About this Location

Trader Joe’s
8 min walk
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby
12/21/9 (bus) - 1 min
7 (bus) - 2 min
Rittenhouse Square
5 min walk

Pricing 

Studio, 1 Bath
$1,725+
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$2,300+
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
$2,950+
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths
$3,490+
4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths
$5,690+
Schedule Appointment At
(786) 403-0330

  • Bathrooms

    •  Bath Tubs

  • Bedrooms

    •  Walk-in Closets

  • Building Related

    •  Elevators

  • Convenience

    •  Package Receiving

  • Entertainment

    •  Resident Lounge  

  • Kitchen

    •  Dishwasher
    •  Garbage Disposal
    •  Microwave
    •  Refrigerator
    •  Stove & Oven

  • Laundry

    •  Laundry on Every Floor
    •  Washer/Dryer In Unit (some units)

  • Lease Terms

    •  Last Month Rent Up Front
    •  Move-in Fee  
    •  Security Deposit  

  • Living Room

    •  Air Conditioning
    •  Large Windows
    •  Lots of Sunlight

  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Parking Garage
    •  Parking Nearby

  • Pet Terms & Amenities

    •  Cat friendly

  • Security & Maintenance

    •  24-Hour Front Desk
    •  Controlled Access

  • Sports & Fitness

    •  Fitness Center
    •  Swimming Pool  
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Overall rating 8.5/10, based on 192 renter reviews Write a review

9.5
Location
7.8
Amenities
8.5
Management
8.2
Value
7.6
Social
9.2
Safety
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The Wanamaker House reviews and highlights

  • Maintenance is very responsive
  • Parking garage is fairly expensive ($300/month)
  • 21 and 42 buses are steps away
  • The windows are thin and let in a lot of noise
  • Lots of Wharton Students
  • Great gym for cardio, but limited weights
  • Amenities are very good
  • Security is great
  • Does not allow sublets
  • Older kitchen appliances in non-renovated units
  • Gym is good for cardio
  • Doormen are fantastic
  • Nice rooftop deck
  • Easy access to cabs
  • Lots of closet space
  • Great views of the city
  • 2 blocks from Rittenhouse Square
  • Floor to ceiling windows
  • Staff is very friendly
  • Bedrooms are spacious
  • Management company is very responsive and quickly handles maintenance requests
  • Fantastic location
  • Swimming pool is great
  • Great layouts with lots of space
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Good building

We have a renovated unit which is quite nice. Neighbors are wharton people so no noise complaints either.

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Great apartment

Have no complaints, have had a great experience at Wanamaker House

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The Wanamaker House Review

Pretty good, but slightly expensive

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Great Value Building

Wanamaker is a great value building in a prime location in Rittenhouse. The recent renovations to the lobby and common spaces have made it much more comfortable. My apartment is clean and quiet, and I've never had problems with rodents, pests, or getting minor things fixed. Some of the front desk staff could be friendlier, but overall they have a great system in place to accept packages and let deliveries in. Management was also great over the summer during protests--sending helpful emails to residents about city curfews additional measures they were taking.

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Great value

One of the best values in a 1bdr in Philly. Lots of space, floor to ceiling windows, and friendly management. Apartments and appliances are old, but good quality and still work well.

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Amazing all-around!

Very beautiful view, amazing space, remodeled so it's very new and the amenities are great. Property hires are all great people & very nice.

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Great location, decent price

Given the fact that you are located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square and are within a decent distance to the UPenn campus, you get a great deal. I have a studio apartment and it's comfortable enough for my partner and I to live here without being on top of each other too much. No real issues with thin walls or pests. The floor to ceiling windows are fantastic.

The property manager, Allan Domb wasn't very flexible on lease terms when COVID lockdowns started happening, which was a bit of a turnoff, but ultimately decided that it was better to stay put in an apartment that I liked and was happy enough with than to go through the stress of moving into another place in the area.

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Great Building

Love this building - beautiful views, super-spacious layouts, and lots of storage. Beautiful common areas and very close to bars and restaurants.

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I've had a great experience living in Wanamaker and think it is a great value apartment building. Apartments definitely vary, however - try to find a newer apartment with newer kitchen / bathroom and hardwood (as opposed to carpeted floors). The buildings management team is who I go to for any issues (as opposed to Alan Domb), and they are very responsive and helpful.

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Great value for the space - a little outdated

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The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 23 Recs

Vernick Food & Drink
Cleavers
Shake Shack
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grocery 2 Recs

Trader Joe’s
Di Bruno Bros.
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convenience 4 Recs

Rite Aid
7-Eleven
CVS Pharmacy
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fitness 33 Recs

Philly Power Yoga
Body Cycle Spinning Studio
Thrive Pilates
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parks 7 Recs

Rittenhouse Square Park
Schuylkill Banks
Schuylkill River Dog Run
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coffee 16 Recs

Capogiro Gelato
Almaz Cafe
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About Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse Square is located in Center City and is home to some of the city's best restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. The neighborhood has luxury high-rises with beautiful views of the the park and has quick access to popular transit.
Pricey
Amazing Charm
Extremely Safe
Central Location
Great Social Scene
Great Coffee Shops
Lots of Wharton Students
Median rents in Rittenhouse Square
Studio
$
1,500
1 Bedroom
$
1,900
2 Bedroom
$
2,550

Getting around Rittenhouse Square

22nd St Trolley Station

8 min

21/42/9 (bus)

1 min

7 (bus)

2 min

17 (bus)

4 min

125/31/44 (bus)

7 min

Parking at The Wanamaker House

Parking Garage

Parking Near The Wanamaker House

SP PLUS 2027 Sansom St

2 min
$265 / month

PARK AMERICA Inc. - Sansom & 21st St

2 min
$255 / month

Patriot Parking 2102 Sansom St Parking

2 min
$260 / month
Parking rates are for informational purposes only and may vary — for most up to date pricing, please reach out to the garage directly.

Rittenhouse Square Reviews

582 reviews
Reviewed by Temple Medical Student living at Robin Apartments - studio
Walnut street is very safe - there's always people around and it's well lit. The neighborhood includes all of the fun aspects of living in Philadelphia - tons of access to food and bars, nearby grocery stores/markets, access to the parks and the Schuylkill River Trail
Reviewed by Temple Medical Student living at 1600 Walnut Street
Very close to fun restaurants/bars/shops. Close to the subway as well as the train station (suburban station).
Reviewed by Penn Law Student living at The Dorchester
Rittenhouse is the safest part of Philly. It's a very "happening" part of town—lots of restaurants and bars on every street. At the same time, it's right next to more residential neighborhoods to walk around in and explore. It's a great place to live relatively close to the law school but with a degree of separation so as not to get trapped in the law school bubble.
Reviewed by Temple Law Student living at N/A
The neighborhood is both quiet and lively. There is so much around, but I have never had an issue sleeping or studying because there is too much noise. The broad street line is a 10-15 minute walk away and we are close to shopping, food, the park, and the river trail. Has everything within a 10-15 walk.
Reviewed by Temple Medical Student living at AQ Rittenhouse
This neighborhood has everything I need within walking distance. Shops, grocery stores, parks, the subway and trolley, post office. You name it. It's very safe and extremely quiet, which helps when I'm trying to study. The Rittenhouse Square area is really the best place to live in Philly if you don't mind paying a little more.
Reviewed by Penn Carey Law Student living at 2043 Spruce Street
I love this neighborhood and knew I wanted to live here when beginning my apartment search. The park is one of my favorite places in the city, and I love being able to easily access all the restaurants and shopping nearby. It's also an easy (~20 minute) walk to Penn Law, and the walking commute has always been a nice and peaceful part of my day.

Spruce Street in particular is great - it's a little south of the square, so is quieter/shielded from a lot of the traffic that the neighborhood gets, but it's not out of the way or far away. There's a Starbucks, a grocery store (Rittenhouse Market), and a few corner stores (Four Seasons and Food & Friends) within a 2-3 minute walk of my apartment.
Reviewed by Cooper Medical Student living at The Wellington
Love the neighborhood, Rittenhouse Square is beautiful and we are so close to the more commercial areas like Walnut Street while not being in the center of the craziness. Plus we are within walking distance of public transportation including 10 minutes from the 15/16 street PATCO station. I personally think it is one of the best areas of Philly to live in.
Reviewed by Cooper Medical Student living at 1612 Pine St
Rittenhouse Square has a park in the center surrounded by a bookstores, restaurants, and a public library. It is open to pets and often has open art / food markets on the weekends. It is close to the Broad Street Line and PATCO. There are many families who live in the area. It is affordable compared to other major cities (NYC, DC, Boston), but there are certainly more affordable areas in Philadelphia, simply without the luxury of being so close to Center City.

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