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135 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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The Chatham

135 S 20th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(856) 644-1298
The Chatham in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,525-$2,250 Pricing
  • 500–1,250 Square Feet

About The Chatham

The Chatham (135 S. 20th Street) is a luxury class doorman apartment building one block from Rittenhouse Square. Charm, comfort, and convenience in Philadelphia's exclusive Rittenhouse Square area. Built in an era when craftsmanship and attention to detail were paramount, The Chatham is a residence of elegance and and distinction. The touches of Old World refinement are everywhere...in the intricate patterns of hardwood moldings and floors, to the ornate stonework that adorns the building's famous facade. Generous rooms with fashionably high ceilings create the perfect ambiance for gracious living and entertaining.

The Chatham is located in the Center City West Neighborhood and 19103 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA. This community is professionally managed by Michael Singer Inc.

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Chatham offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,525 and having 500–1,250 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    $1,525

    1204

    Studio, 1 Bath, 500 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,525Available Now1204500

    Unit 1204 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Unit 1204 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,525
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan 602

    $2,250

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1250 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,250Available Now6021250 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,250
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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

  • 93 Units
  • 16 Stories
  • Built in 1927

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.

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged per Pet.$0.00
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$0.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$0.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 2.

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

Unique Amenities

  • Beautiful City Views
  • Center City Hi-rise
  • Doorman building
  • Rittenhouse Square Area
  • Spacious Apartments

On-Site Services

  • Property Manager On Site
  • Doorman
  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Oven

Living Area Features

  • High Ceilings
  • Hardwood Floors
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135 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 100 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat car friendly

    Some arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are likely

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 100 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 0 / 100 Noise Level

    Many sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Chatham

Where is The Chatham located?

The Chatham is located at 135 S 20th St near the Center City West area of Philadelphia, PA

What is the current rent range at The Chatham?

Studio at The Chatham currently start from $1,525. Call today for more info!

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Chatham are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Chatham Apartments are 48.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Center City West area, and 9.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Center City West Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$2,250$4,347-$2,097-48.2%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$2,250$2,477-$227-9.2%

    Methodology: On 08/04/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 88 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Chatham (Center City West), and 3585 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 08/04/2026

  • Transit Friendly 3.4

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

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Nearby Schools

Greenfield Albert M School

The School District of Philadelphia
2200 Chestnut Street
Public School - Grades K-8 (742 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
9/10

Franklin Benjamin High School

The School District of Philadelphia
550 North Broad Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (570 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Chatham.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Kimmel Center for Performing Arts

260 South Broad Street
1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away

The Frankling Institute

222 N 20th St
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

Free Library of Philadephia

1901 Vine Street
1 minute drive / 0.63 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

1800 South St
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Target

179 Mifflin St
4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away

Colleges and Universities

The Art Institute of Philadelphia

1622 Chesnut Street
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

Moore College of Art & Design

1916 Race St
1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away

Drexel University - Center City Hahnemann Campus

1505 Race Street
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Groceries

Acme Markets

309-337 S 5th St
3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

The Fresh Grocer

1501 N Broad St
5 minute drive / 1.98 miles away

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away

Hospitals

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

111 South 11th Street
1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Hahnemann University Hospital

230 North Broad Street
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience

900 Walnut St
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

Military Bases

Defense Personnel Support Center

5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

8 minute drive / 3.99 miles away

Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

15 minute drive / 7.44 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Independence Historical Park

5th & Chestnut
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Franklin Square

200 N 6th St
3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

Jefferson Square Park

3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

The Chatham has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Independence Historical Park, Franklin Square, Jefferson Square Park, Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site, and Bartram Gardens.

Restaurants and Dining

La Colombe Torrefaction

130 S. 19th Street
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Lacroix at the Rittenhouse Hotel

210 West Rittenhouse Square
1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

Pink Rose Pastry Shop

630 S 4th St
3 minute drive / 1.25 miles away

Shopping Centers

Pietro's Pizza

1714 Walnut St
1 minute drive / 0.02 miles away

The Shops At Liberty Place

1625 Chestnut St
1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

The 19th Just South of Market Building

23 S 19th St
1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

The Chatham has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

Transit Stations

15th-16th & Locust St-PATCO Speedline

1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away

19th Street-Route 34

1898 Market St
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

19th Street-Route 13

1898 Market St
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Philadelphia Studio Apartments $1,588$300$6,525
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,002$574$10,000+
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,477$725$10,000+
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,863$600$10,000+
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,178$585$10,000+
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,392$650$5,000
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,161$525$4,495

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