Philadelphia Apartment Rental Leasing Office: 215.222.2233
Looking for an apartment building that's close to everything and far from
ordinary is not an impossible mission in Philadelphia's University
City district. Tucked away on the outer fringe of the expanding University
of Pennsylvania and Drexel campuses is the Old Quaker Building, a complex
of two unique structures with roots dating back to the mid-19th century.
The quaint, three-story "Mission House" was
built in 1870 and initially served as a Quaker mission before becoming
the office for a philanthropic organization, The Working Home for the
Blind. In 1880, the larger structure featuring elaborate Italiate design
was built to accommodate the growing number of residents and workshops
that helped to establish Working Home as a progressive care community.
The timeless architectural details have distinguished
both buildings over the course of their illustrious history, even as the
properties served other purposes in later years and eventually began to
decay. In 1985, prominent national rehabber Historic Landmarks for Living
went on a mission to rescue the fading relics and revitalize them into
a luxury apartment community. Over $6 million was spent to develop The
Old Quaker Building, and the rest was history.
Today the Old Quaker Building is home to discerning residents who appreciate
enduring quality and cosmopolitan charm, along with the convenience of
living on a less hurried, less hassled corner of a diverse, extended college
community. Come explore the handsome Old Quaker Building, a true landmark
where a world of exciting possibilities awaits you.
Philadelphia Apartment Rental Leasing Office: 215.222.2233
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