Apartment in Philadelphia, PA
3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this apartment rental
Stay in a renovated Victorian in a historic, tree-lined neighborhood—a true garden oasis in the city. This light-filled, 2-story apartment blends unique character, Old World charm & exposed brick with modern comfort. A private entrance leads to a full eat-in kitchen, bath & laundry. Upstairs, the spacious bedroom/living room suite features a seating area, workstation & 50” 4K TV. Quiet yet walkable from Penn, Drexel, CHOP & HUP—just minutes from museums & downtown. Sleeps 1-3 (rollaway available).
The space
This renovated, two-story apartment offers a private retreat within a distinctive Victorian home in an historic University City neighborhood. Enjoy a separate entrance via a side gate, leading through the backyard to your own peaceful space.
The first floor features a bright eat-in kitchen with French doors and a view of the garden, a full bathroom, and laundry facilities. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious bedroom suite with a queen bed, a seating area, and a 50" 4K HDTV with Roku. A rollaway bed & linens for a 3rd guest is available.
The layout is unique, with the bedroom/living area and bathroom on separate floors. The stairs to the second floor are historically original, meaning they are somewhat steep (though with railings on both sides). This is characteristic of homes in our historic district.
The apartment offers plenty of comfort, natural light and a quiet atmosphere. It's conveniently located within walking distance of Penn, Drexel, CHOP, and HUP, making it a great base for visiting the universities, hospitals, or exploring the city's attractions. Plus, you'll enjoy easy access to the Schuylkill River Trail, perfect for jogging or biking.
Great food nearby! From restaurants and cozy cafes to bagels and ice cream, to quick bites from local food trucks, just a short walk away.
Exploring the city is effortless from our location, with a bus stop right across the street, a trolley stop just minutes away on foot, and a subway station within a 10-minute walk. These convenient public transportation options, along with readily available Uber and Lyft services, connect you quickly to Center City, Independence Hall, Old City, Fishtown, and all that Philadelphia has to offer. We're a very short drive downtown too.
Access
You will have full access to the apartment, and sole use of the deck. The rest of the backyard is reserved for use by our family.
Other things to note
As mentioned in the listing description, this apartment has a unique layout with the bedroom and bathroom on separate floors. The stairs leading to the second floor are historically original, meaning they are steeper and narrower than modern stairs, though they do have railings on both sides for assistance. We want to ensure this is comfortable for all guests.
On-street parking is generally easier and more convenient in our neighborhood than in many other parts of Philadelphia. However, some blocks have residential parking restrictions limited to 2 hours, daytime Monday through Friday (no restrictions on weekends), while other blocks have no parking restrictions at all. Guests are advised to check posted parking signs carefully.
Getting around the city is a breeze! We are conveniently located near multiple public transportation options. A bus stop is located directly across the street, a trolley stop is just a few minutes' walk away, and a subway station is less than a 10-minute walk, providing easy access to Center City, Independence Hall, Old City, Fishtown, and the rest of Philadelphia.
Please note: VRBO total includes local taxes (accommodations & lodging) by Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia (15.5%), in addition to VRBO fees.
The space
This renovated, two-story apartment offers a private retreat within a distinctive Victorian home in an historic University City neighborhood. Enjoy a separate entrance via a side gate, leading through the backyard to your own peaceful space.
The first floor features a bright eat-in kitchen with French doors and a view of the garden, a full bathroom, and laundry facilities. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious bedroom suite with a queen bed, a seating area, and a 50" 4K HDTV with Roku. A rollaway bed & linens for a 3rd guest is available.
The layout is unique, with the bedroom/living area and bathroom on separate floors. The stairs to the second floor are historically original, meaning they are somewhat steep (though with railings on both sides). This is characteristic of homes in our historic district.
The apartment offers plenty of comfort, natural light and a quiet atmosphere. It's conveniently located within walking distance of Penn, Drexel, CHOP, and HUP, making it a great base for visiting the universities, hospitals, or exploring the city's attractions. Plus, you'll enjoy easy access to the Schuylkill River Trail, perfect for jogging or biking.
Great food nearby! From restaurants and cozy cafes to bagels and ice cream, to quick bites from local food trucks, just a short walk away.
Exploring the city is effortless from our location, with a bus stop right across the street, a trolley stop just minutes away on foot, and a subway station within a 10-minute walk. These convenient public transportation options, along with readily available Uber and Lyft services, connect you quickly to Center City, Independence Hall, Old City, Fishtown, and all that Philadelphia has to offer. We're a very short drive downtown too.
Access
You will have full access to the apartment, and sole use of the deck. The rest of the backyard is reserved for use by our family.
Other things to note
As mentioned in the listing description, this apartment has a unique layout with the bedroom and bathroom on separate floors. The stairs leading to the second floor are historically original, meaning they are steeper and narrower than modern stairs, though they do have railings on both sides for assistance. We want to ensure this is comfortable for all guests.
On-street parking is generally easier and more convenient in our neighborhood than in many other parts of Philadelphia. However, some blocks have residential parking restrictions limited to 2 hours, daytime Monday through Friday (no restrictions on weekends), while other blocks have no parking restrictions at all. Guests are advised to check posted parking signs carefully.
Getting around the city is a breeze! We are conveniently located near multiple public transportation options. A bus stop is located directly across the street, a trolley stop is just a few minutes' walk away, and a subway station is less than a 10-minute walk, providing easy access to Center City, Independence Hall, Old City, Fishtown, and the rest of Philadelphia.
Please note: VRBO total includes local taxes (accommodations & lodging) by Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia (15.5%), in addition to VRBO fees.
Amenities at Garden Oasis: 1BR Apartment with Patio in Historic Home, Near Universities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Philadelphia, PA
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Couldn’t ask for a better spot! Everything was very well thought-out compared to other rentals we had stayed in during this trip. The bed and linens were super comfortable and the neighborhood was quiet and cute. Walking distance to restaurants and train stops. They even provided an umbrella during the rainy weekend. Would love to stay again :)
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
Very clean and close to UPenn. I was there for graduation and thought I’d walk to festivities but you can’t walk on the sidewalk in shoes as bricks were not flat to ground
There wasn’t anywhere in walking distance to purchase food.
The steps to 2nd floor where bedroom is was extremely narrow and difficult to bring bags up. Very cute apt. Very convent if I had a car
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Excellent communication with the host, David. I had to shift the dates of my reservation and also had questions about parking and later on about check-out. He responded very quickly and in detail. I really enjoyed our stay, especially sunning on the garden deck. The apartment had everything we needed (I did bring ground coffee of my own to brew) with cozy spots to sit inside also and read. Good lighting options too! I had a car, so I appreciated that parking was easy to find and that the location was convenient for moving my student from her dorm. Thank you!I look forward to being back soon!
6 / 10Average·Jul 2022
There are a lot of things I liked about the rental, but 3 major reasons I would never stay there again. 1. The place smelled very musky. 2. It takes a rocket scientist to operate the oven. I nor my husband ( electronic tech) were able to get it cooking properly. It took 2 hrs. to cook a dish that normally takes 1 hour. and it still wasn't completely done. 3. I came for a wedding and my husband asked about an iron. We looked for an iron, but never found one, so we notified Mr. David which told me that it was unfortunate, because there was an iron and ironing board there but someone must have taken it. He never made any effort in getting me one. Thank God I was able to borrow one along with some decent pans. He has organic and good quality things, but most of which need updating especially furniture and some stainless steel pot and pans. Kitchen was loaded with almost everything coffee, salt, pepper, oil, plastic food storage bags. These are all things I usually bring and my husband loved the quality of the silverware. I did enjoy sitting on the deck each morning sipping on coffee. He also had a pitcher of filtered water like the one I have at home. BE CAREFUL WITH 2HR PARKING WEEK DAYS
$$$$
Top rated by guests
9.7Outstanding
(74 Ratings)
"Couldn’t ask for a better spot! Everything was very well thought-out compared to other rentals we had stayed in during this trip. The bed and linens were super comfortable and the neighborhood was qui..."
Kate G.Don't miss out! Price and availability may change
