This Center City historic high rise apartment building is an emblem of the Art Deco period. Antique elevator dials and mail chutes adorn multiple floors, while the lobby's ornate chandelier and painted ceiling gleam in gold. Onsite laundry, bike storage, garage parking, and a nightly concierge offer the convenience of modern living amidst the glamour of 1920s architecture. The Westbury offers studio, one, and two bedroom apartment rentals in Center City, Philadelphia. Each apartment's floor plan is unique, ensuring that your home is truly one of a kind. Inside each apartment are hardwood floors, original moldings, and large bay windows that let the city sites and sunlight pour in. Large closets and built-ins make storage a breeze, while open-concept layouts optimize your space.
Westbury
271 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Verified
Apartment building
Studio
Pet-friendly
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit Westbury-1705 Studio, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,550 |
What's special
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Sat: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | 12 pm - 4 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- In Unit: Washer/Dryer Available In Select Units
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator: Elevator Building
- On-Site Maintenance
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood Flooring In Select Units
Other
- Fixed Utilities Fee
- Laundry
- Open Floor Plans Available
- Renovated Bathrooms In Select Units
- Renovated Kitchens In Select Units
Policies
Lease terms
- 12 months
Special Features
- 24-Hour Concierge/Package Delivery Room
- 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Service
- 3 Blocks From Rittenhouse Square Park
- Accepts Electronic Payments: Online Rent Payment
- Building With Historic Accents
- Minutes From Suburban Station: Septa Regional Rail & Metro
- Next Door To Kimmel Center
- On-Site Management
- Pet-Friendly
- Steps From Shopping, Restaurants, Nightlife & Parks
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse
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Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
 / 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
 / 100
Very BikeableNear Westbury
- Located at 15th and Spruce Streets, and with a Walk Score of 99®, nothing is out of reach.
- Kimmel Center and The Wilma Theater, venues for live art performances like plays and music, are within two blocks of The Westbury Apartments.
- Rittenhouse Square Fountain, featuring public art, grassy picnic areas and mansions from the 1800's, is within a 10-minute walk.
- Restaurants within a 10-minute walk include Ladder 15, Oyster House, Good Dog Bar, Monk's Cafe, La Viola and more.
Nearby schools in Philadelphia
Greenfield Albert M School
Grades K-8 • 0.7 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Franklin Benjamin High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.2 miles2/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Living in Philadelphia
Rittenhouse centers on Rittenhouse Square, a leafy public park framed by historic architecture and lively commercial streets in central Philadelphia. The city’s four-season climate brings warm summers and cold winters, making the square’s paths and benches a year-round feature, with spring blooms and shady spots in warmer months. Nearby streets offer cafés, restaurants, galleries, boutiques, and everyday shopping, while the Kimmel Center and Avenue of the Arts are close by for performances. Sidewalks make it easy to explore on foot, and buses, trolleys, and nearby rail connections provide options for getting around without a car. Rittenhouse neighborhood rental listings have a median rent of $2,128 per month and a typical range of $925 to $24,995, based on 193 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Westbury located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Westbury is located at 271 S 15th St in Rittenhouse, Philadelphia, PA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Elixr Coffee Roasters, Via Locusta, and Dizengoff.
What is the average rent in Philadelphia, PA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Rittenhouse neighborhood of Philadelphia is currently $2,128 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to Westbury?
The schools assigned to Westbury include Greenfield Albert M School and Franklin Benjamin High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Westbury?
Westbury is located near 5 grocery stores, including MOM's Organic Market (0.5 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Omoi Zakka Shop Rittenhouse, are approximately 0.2 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near Westbury?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Westbury include Medical Arts Building (0.2 miles away), Penn Medicine at Rittenhouse (0.4 miles away), and Gibbon Building (0.5 miles away).
