Where should I live if I work at Upenn?

Within the Philadelphia city limits, the residential neighborhoods of Germantown, Chestnut Hill, Mt. Airy, Roxborough, Overbrook, and Wynnefield offer tree-lined streets, architectural charm, and family-friendly single and twin homes. Apartments and houses for rent are easy to find in all of these areas.

Where should I live near Upenn?

Suburban Living The towns in the near western suburbs along the Main Line, such as Bala Cynwyd, Narberth, Wynnewood, Ardmore, and Bryn Mawr, are close to campus (a 15-minute direct commuter train ride) and are known for excellent public schools.

Is Upenn in a safe area?

Generally, the campus itself is extremely safe. It is patrolled by the University police department, which is not just a security force, as well as Philadelphia police. Drexel University’s campus is immediately to the north of the Penn campus and covers several blocks.

Is University City in Philadelphia Safe?

University City feels very safe with so many students living in the area as well as the added presence of University security. There are plenty of restaurants and easy access to basic necessities (e.g. grocery store, pharmacy).

Where do Upenn residents live?

Where do the residents and fellows live? A large portion of our residents live in the neighborhoods surrounding the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), including University City, Center City, and the Art Museum district, many within a 20-minute walk to HUP.

Where do students live at Upenn?

On-campus housing for graduate students is available in Sansom Place, a high-rise residential community conveniently located on Penn’s campus. Units include fully furnished single rooms and apartments. Sansom Place can be a great option for graduate students new to Penn or the Philadelphia area.

What is the safest neighborhood in Philadelphia?

These Are The 10 Safest Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

• Chestnut Hill.
• Fairmount-Spring Garden.
• East Falls.
• Roxborough.
• Manayunk.
• Mount Airy.
• Bustleton.
• Somerton.

Is West Philly a bad area?

The neighborhood is in Allegheny Avenue in the west side of Broad Street. The neighborhood is the 3rd most dangerous neighborhoods in Philadelphia. Like most neighborhoods in North Philadelphia, Allegheny West is predominantly a poor African American community.

What is the best area to live in Philadelphia?

26 Best Neighborhoods in Philadelphia 2021

1. Old City. Stroll the cobblestone streets of Old City and step back into 18th-century charm.
2. University City.
3. Chestnut Hill.
4. Bella Vista.
5. Center City.
6. Queen Village.
7. Society Hill.
8. Fairmount.

Do Upenn dorms have private bathrooms?

Suites and single bedrooms offer this type of privacy. What is the bathroom situation like? There are three types of bathroom arrangements in the College Houses: shared bathrooms, private bathrooms and semi-private bathrooms.

Is Upenn housing coed?

Students of any gender identity or sex assigned at birth are eligible to participate in Gender Inclusive Housing. Both first-year students and returning students are eligible.