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521 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
(856) 249-4650
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SouthStar Lofts

521 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(856) 249-4650
SouthStar Lofts in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,964-$2,766Pricing
  • 541–1,069Square Feet

About SouthStar Lofts

Southstar Lofts located at South and Broad in Philadelphia, PA offers luxury loft living right on the Avenue of the Arts. Our community features spacious floor plans with bamboo wood flooring, modern kitchens with stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinets, granite countertops and floor to ceiling windows that showcase unobstructed city views. Homes also include a washer and dryer, spacious walk in closets, and in select homes, a private balcony. Smart home technology including locks and thermostat available! Our community is smoke free and includes an upgraded 24 hour fitness center and clubroom with demonstration kitchen. Feel safe and secure with controlled access entry and on site management and maintenance teams. We offer many virtual options including live video tours, 3D virtual tours, and text.

SouthStar Lofts is located in the Avenue Of The Arts South Neighborhood and 19147 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA. This community is professionally managed by AIR Communities

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

SouthStar Lofts offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,964 and having 541–1,069 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Freedom

    Studio, 1 Bath, 541 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityFreedom541 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows
  • 1 Bedroom

    Kimmel

    $1,964

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 652 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,964Available NowKimmel652 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,964Plus Fees

    Merriam

    $2,078

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 739 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,078Available NowMerriam739 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,078Plus Fees

    Price

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 708 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityPrice708 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Gershman

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 735 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityGershman735 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Wilma

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 836 sq ft
     
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityWilma836 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Forrest

    $2,759

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1069 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,759Available NowForrest1069 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,759Plus Fees

    Arden

    $2,766

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1038 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,766Available NowArden1038 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,766Plus Fees

    Millennium

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 851 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityMillennium851 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Windows
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 85 Units
  • 7 Stories
  • Built in 2014

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee (per applicant)iA one-time, non-refundable charge for processing rental applications. Charged per applicant$50
Due at Move-In
Admin FeeiA one-time, non-refundable administrative fee charged at lease initiation to cover processing and onboarding costs. Charged per unit$250

Utilities & Essentials

SeweriUtility charge for sewer billed monthly based on usage or flat rate. Charged per unitVaries/mo
WateriUtility charge for water billed monthly based on usage or flat rate. Charged per unitVaries/mo
ElectriciUtility charge for electricity billed monthly based on usage or flat rate. Charged per unitVaries/mo
Pest ControliMonthly fee for preventative pest management. Charged Per Unit$3.53/mo
Account Setup FeeiUtility charge for account setup at move-in. Charged per unit$20
Move Out Service FeeiUtility charge for account closure. Charged per unit$20
Energy Conservation FeeiMonthly fee supporting sustainability initiatives. Charged per unit$10.24/mo
Package Locker ChargeiMonthly fee for access to secure package lockers. Charged per unit$5/mo
Monthly Service FeeiThe monthly service fee covers administrative and billing services. Charged per unit$5.75/mo
Internet and Technology ServiceiMonthly charge for in-unit internet and tech services. Charged per unit$60/mo

Other Fees

Situational Fees

Returned Check FeeiFee for payments returned due to insufficient funds. Charged per unit$50
Late ChargesiFee for rent payments made after the due date. Charged per unit$175
Transfer FeeiFee for moving to another unit within the same property. Charged per unit50.0% of base rent

Personal Add-Ons

Minimum Liability InsuranceiMonthly fee ensuring required liability coverage. Charged per unit$15/mo
Rent Credit Reporting (per household)iOptional service reporting rent payments to credit bureaus. Charged per unit$8/mo
Short Term Renewal FeeiMonthly premium for short-term lease renewals. Charged per unit25.0% of base rent/mo
Notice FeeiCharge for failing to provide proper notice before vacating. Charged per unit3.0% of base rent
Termination FeeiCharge for ending a lease early. Charged per unit300.0% of base rent

Pet Fees

Other Pet

Pet DepositiOne-time deposit for pet-related damages, exempt for assistance animals. Charged per Pet$400

Parking Fees

Parking

ParkingiMonthly fee for reserved parking spaces or garages. Charged per vehicle$225-$400/mo

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$20/mo
Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
Storage SpaceiMonthly fee for additional storage areas within the community. Charged per rentable item$/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Car Charging Station

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Windows
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
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521 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions about SouthStar Lofts

Where is SouthStar Lofts located?

SouthStar Lofts is located at 521 S Broad St near the Avenue Of The Arts South area of Philadelphia, PA

What is the current rent range at SouthStar Lofts?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at SouthStar Lofts currently range from $1,964 to $2,766

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for SouthStar Lofts are
  • Monday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The SouthStar Lofts Apartments are 10.85% cheaper than the average apartment in the Avenue Of The Arts South area, and 7.85% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Avenue Of The Arts South Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,964$2,178-$214-9.8%
    2 Bedroom$2,759$3,133-$374-11.9%
    Plus Fees

    Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,964$1,951+$130.7%
    2 Bedroom$2,759$2,400+$35915.0%
    Plus Fees

    Methodology: On 01/29/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 207 other apartment communities in the immediate area around SouthStar Lofts (Avenue Of The Arts South), and 8004 other apartment communities in Philadelphia using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 01/29/2026

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0
1 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Sir William Forrester, PhD & Dr. C. Everley, MsD

    April 2, 2017
    We had visited the property and was quite impressed overall. It's everything under one roof.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Franklin Benjamin High School

The School District of Philadelphia
550 North Broad Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (466 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
2/10

McCall Gen George A School

The School District of Philadelphia
325 South 7th Street
Public School - Grades K-8 (628 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from SouthStar Lofts.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Kimmel Center for Performing Arts

260 South Broad Street
2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

The Frankling Institute

222 N 20th St
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Free Library of Philadephia

1901 Vine Street
3 minute drive / 1.33 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

1800 South St
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

Target

179 Mifflin St
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

Colleges and Universities

The Art Institute of Philadelphia

1622 Chesnut Street
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

Thomas Jefferson University

1020 Walnut Street
2 minute drive / 0.91 miles away

Moore College of Art & Design

1916 Race St
3 minute drive / 1.17 miles away

Groceries

Acme Markets

309-337 S 5th St
3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

Lidl

16 Wolf St
5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

Hospitals

Pennsylvania Hospital

800 Spruce Street
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

111 South 11th Street
2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away

Wills Eye Hospital

840 Walnut Street
2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

Military Bases

Defense Personnel Support Center

5 minute drive / 1.78 miles away

Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

7 minute drive / 3.3 miles away

Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

17 minute drive / 8.04 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Jefferson Square Park

2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Independence Historical Park

5th & Chestnut
2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

Franklin Square

200 N 6th St
4 minute drive / 1.49 miles away

SouthStar Lofts has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Jefferson Square Park, Independence Historical Park, Franklin Square, Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site, and Bartram Gardens.

Restaurants and Dining

Lacroix at the Rittenhouse Hotel

210 West Rittenhouse Square
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

La Colombe Torrefaction

130 S. 19th Street
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

Pink Rose Pastry Shop

630 S 4th St
3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

Shopping Centers

Wing Phat Plaza

1122-1138 Washington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

Dung Phat Plaza

1100-1120 Washington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Washington Avenue

1001-1099 Washington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

SouthStar Lofts has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

Transit Stations

Ellsworth-Federal-Broad Street Line

1401 Federal St
1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

Lombard-South-Broad Street Line

499 S Broad St
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

15th-16th & Locust St-PATCO Speedline

1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Philadelphia Studio Apartments $1,562$500$4,585
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,951$500$7,803
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,400$499$10,000+
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,900$599$10,000+
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,896$670$10,000+
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,904$1,009$5,975
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,177$2,400$4,200

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