{"id":15,"date":"2026-11-03T02:36:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T02:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chestnuthillvillageapt.com\/blog\/2026\/11\/03\/a-grad-students-guide-to-quiet-apartments-in-northwest-philadelphia\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T17:48:26","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T17:48:26","slug":"a-grad-students-guide-to-quiet-apartments-in-northwest-philadelphia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chestnuthillvillageapt.com\/blog\/2026\/11\/03\/a-grad-students-guide-to-quiet-apartments-in-northwest-philadelphia\/","title":{"rendered":"A Grad Student\u2019s Guide to Quiet Apartments in Northwest Philadelphia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Northwest Philadelphia is one of the best places in the city for graduate students who want a quiet place to live and study: Chestnut Hill College is about two miles from Chestnut Hill Village Apartments, La Salle University, Arcadia University and Thomas Jefferson University’s East Falls campus are all a short drive away, and the Chestnut Hill East train stops at Temple University on its way to Center City.<\/strong> Rents here are calmer than Center City or University City, apartments are larger than the city average, and evenings are quiet enough to actually get your reading done.<\/p>\n

Which graduate schools are close to Chestnut Hill?<\/h2>\n

Chestnut Hill is an easy base for several schools with large graduate programs. Distances below are approximate driving distances from Chestnut Hill Village Apartments at 7715 Crittenden Street.<\/p>\n

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School<\/th>\n	Location<\/th>\n	Approx. distance<\/th>\n	Graduate programs worth knowing about<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Chestnut Hill College<\/td>\n	Germantown Avenue, Chestnut Hill<\/td>\n	About 2 miles<\/td>\n	School of Graduate Studies, including a Psy.D. in clinical psychology<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Arcadia University<\/td>\n	Glenside, Montgomery County<\/td>\n	About 3 to 4 miles<\/td>\n	Graduate programs in health sciences, education and more<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
La Salle University<\/td>\n	1900 W. Olney Avenue, Philadelphia<\/td>\n	About 5 to 6 miles<\/td>\n	Nursing, nurse anesthesia, clinical psychology, speech-language pathology, business<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls campus<\/td>\n	Henry Avenue, East Falls<\/td>\n	About 6 miles<\/td>\n	Design, architecture, business and health programs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Temple University (main campus)<\/td>\n	North Broad Street<\/td>\n	About 30 minutes by train<\/td>\n	Direct stop on the Chestnut Hill East line, no transfer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Distances and times are estimates; check your route before your first day of class.<\/em><\/p>\n Why is Northwest Philadelphia good for grad students?<\/h2>\n Most grad students need three things: a quiet place to work, a manageable commute and rent that leaves room in the budget. Northwest Philadelphia covers all three better than many students expect.<\/p>\n \n Quiet.<\/strong> Chestnut Hill is mostly residential, and the neighborhood sits along Wissahickon Valley Park, so nights are calm. It’s a different pace from the student-heavy blocks around Center City and University City.<\/li>\n Space.<\/strong> According to RentCafe, the average one-bedroom in Philadelphia is 698 square feet. At Chestnut Hill Village, one-bedroom apartments run from 440 to 875 square feet, so you can choose a compact, budget-friendly layout or one with room for a real desk.<\/li>\n Rent.<\/strong> RentCafe lists Chestnut Hill’s average one-bedroom at $1,686, compared with $1,862 for Philadelphia overall.<\/li>\n Transit.<\/strong> The Chestnut Hill East train runs from Wyndmoor station, a short walk from Chestnut Hill Village, to Temple University and Jefferson Station in Center City.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n What should grad students look for in an apartment?<\/h2>\n A few details matter more for students than for other renters:<\/p>\n \n Lease length that matches your program.<\/strong> Chestnut Hill Village offers standard 12- and 18-month leases, and shorter terms are available for an additional fee, which can help if your program ends mid-year.<\/li>\n A place to work outside your apartment.<\/strong> Chestnut Hill Village has a newly renovated business center and a Wi-Fi caf\u00e9 and lounge, plus an outdoor Wi-Fi lounge for warmer days.<\/li>\n Laundry at home.<\/strong> Most apartments have their own washer and dryer, so you’re not hauling a basket across a parking lot during finals week.<\/li>\n Know your utility costs.<\/strong> At Chestnut Hill Village, residents pay gas, electric, water, sewer and trash, so budget for those on top of rent.<\/li>\n A way to unwind.<\/strong> A fitness center, yoga room, game room and seasonal pool<\/a> are on site, and Wissahickon trails are minutes away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n One-bedroom options at Chestnut Hill Village<\/h2>\n Most grad students start with a one-bedroom. Chestnut Hill Village has several sizes to compare:<\/p>\n \n 1 bedroom, 440 sq ft<\/a>: the most compact layout<\/li>\n 1 bedroom, 585 sq ft<\/a><\/li>\n 1 bedroom, 740 sq ft<\/a><\/li>\n 1 bedroom, 770 sq ft<\/a><\/li>\n 1 bedroom, 830 sq ft<\/a><\/li>\n 1 bedroom, 875 sq ft<\/a>: room for a home office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Sharing with a classmate? Our two-bedroom apartments run from 960 to 1,070 square feet. See them all on the floor plans page<\/a>, and check the FAQ<\/a> for pets, parking and lease details.<\/p>\n Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n Where should grad students live near La Salle University?<\/h3>\n Many choose Northwest Philadelphia neighborhoods such as Chestnut Hill and Mount Airy, which are quieter than the blocks right around campus and about 5 to 6 miles away. Chestnut Hill Village Apartments offers one-bedrooms from 440 square feet.<\/p>\n Are there apartments near Chestnut Hill College?<\/h3>\n Yes. Chestnut Hill Village Apartments, at 7715 Crittenden Street, is about two miles from Chestnut Hill College.<\/p>\n Can I get to Temple University from Chestnut Hill by train?<\/h3>\n Yes. The SEPTA Chestnut Hill East line stops at Temple University station on its way to Center City.<\/p>\n Does Chestnut Hill Village offer short-term leases?<\/h3>\n Standard leases are 12 or 18 months. Shorter terms are available for an additional fee.<\/p>\n Is there a place to study at Chestnut Hill Village?<\/h3>\n Yes. Residents can use the business center, the Wi-Fi caf\u00e9 and lounge, and an outdoor Wi-Fi lounge.<\/p>\n Helpful links<\/h2>\n \n Chestnut Hill College graduate programs<\/a><\/li>\n La Salle University<\/a><\/li>\n Arcadia University<\/a><\/li>\n Thomas Jefferson University<\/a><\/li>\n SEPTA schedules and student fares<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Starting a program this year? Schedule a tour<\/a> of Chestnut Hill Village Apartments or call (215) 242-3500.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Northwest Philadelphia is one of the best places in the city for graduate students who want a quiet place to live and study: Chestnut Hill College is about two miles from Chestnut Hill Village Apartments, La Salle University, Arcadia University and Thomas Jefferson University’s East Falls campus are all a short drive away, and the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":32442,"featured_media":23,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-renting-tips"],"metadata":{"_pingme":["1"],"_yoast_wpseo_title":["Grad Student Apartments in Northwest Philadelphia"],"_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":["Living near Chestnut Hill College, La Salle, Arcadia and Jefferson East Falls: quiet one-bedrooms from 440 sq ft, study spaces and a train to Temple."],"_yoast_wpseo_metakeywords":[""],"_thumbnail_id":["23"]},"yoast_head":"\n