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West Lofts

$1,116 – $2,524/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 245–1,336 sq ft
  • 20 units available
220 S 47th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19139

As of October 13, 2026, West Lofts in Philadelphia, PA has 20 apartments for rent from $1,116 to $2,524/mo. Studios start at $1,116, one-bedrooms at $1,365, and two-bedrooms at $1,790. The average asking rent has fallen 1.8% since September 8, 2026, from $1,726 to $1,695.


Floor plans

West Lofts has 20 units available across 4 floor plans: a studio layout (245–493 sq ft), a one-bedroom layout (385–773 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (600–1,336 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Studio

Studio • 1 Bath • 245 – 493 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,116/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
010$1,116245Aug 7
023$1,401493Oct 7
056$1,411482Oct 7
129$1,330431Oct 16
150$1,249342Oct 22
279$1,256332Oct 23

1 Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 385 – 773 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,365/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
484$1,576517Sep 13
107$1,636773Sep 25
025$1,425532Oct 7
B$1,365385Oct 8
418$1,619445Oct 21

2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 808 – 1,336 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,790/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
156$1,790808Aug 4
134$1,882822Sep 1
469$2,5241,336Nov 7

2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 600 – 1,164 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,009/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
466$2,052877Aug 28
138$2,049600Sep 7
403$2,030952Sep 22
137$2,050890Oct 7
154$2,009971Dec 5
425$2,3951,164Dec 7

See all 33 units listed at West Lofts, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At West Lofts, a studio starts at about $1,452 a month all-in: $1,116 rent, $120 in listed fees, and an estimated $216 for electric and gas, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,710 and a two-bedroom at about $2,178.

All-in from$1,452/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at West Lofts takes about $40,176 a year for a studio, $49,140 for a one-bedroom, and $64,440 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,452 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $61,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,452/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$61,600/yr

Income to qualify

$40,176/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at West Lofts has ranged from $1,682 to $1,748. The current average is $1,695, down $31 (1.8%) from $1,726 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (31 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for West Lofts shows $119.50 a month in fees (storage space rental $40, utility water/sewer $35, pet rent $25, and 2 more) and $369 due at signing (pet fee $300, municipality fee $69).

  • Rent

    $1,116 – $2,524/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 4

Monthly fees

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$14.5/mo

Storage Space Rental

$40/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$5/mo

Utility - Water/Sewer

$35/mo

Due at signing

Municipality Fee

$69

Pet Fee

$300

Amenities

West Lofts lists 2 amenities: information coming soon! and smoke free.

  • Information Coming Soon!

  • Smoke Free


Amenity photos

  • Gym
  • Game room
    2 photos
  • Lobby
    4 photos

Location

220 S 47th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19139


Resident reviews

Residents of West Lofts rate location (4.3) and amenities and shared spaces (3.4) highest and management (3.1) lowest.

3.4 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.1
Building Quality3.3
Location4.3
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.4
Maintenance3.1
Overall99 reviews

West Lofts offers a beautifully restored historic building with spacious loft units, convenient location near transit, and responsive maintenance staff that many residents appreciate. However, the property faces recurring challenges with building systems (fire alarms, heating, leaks, pests), communication gaps from management, high utility costs, limited parking, and inconsistent service quality across staff. Experiences vary significantly depending on unit location and timing, with some residents reporting excellent stays while others encountered substantial maintenance and billing issues.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with residents reporting significant delays in addressing maintenance issues, billing errors, and unresponsive staff during critical situations. While some residents praise leasing and maintenance staff for professionalism and helpfulness, others describe condescending or dismissive interactions during tours and move-out processes. Billing discrepancies, security deposit disputes, and unclear fee structures are recurring concerns that have escalated to collections in some cases.

West Lofts presents a mixed building quality picture. Positive reviews highlight the historic architecture, spacious units with high ceilings, responsive maintenance staff, and 24/7 front desk service. However, negative reviews consistently report ongoing construction disruptions, pest issues (rodents and insects), elevator breakdowns, poor insulation causing temperature control problems, roof leaks, and uneven unit quality at move-in. Early residents experienced significant delays and incomplete amenities, while more recent residents report better conditions but continued maintenance challenges.

West Lofts offers a prime urban location within walking distance of subway transit, multiple bus routes, grocery stores, and local restaurants, making it convenient for car-free living. Street parking is available but can be inconsistent; the building is exploring dedicated parking options. The neighborhood provides good walkability to essential services and entertainment, though some residents note the trade-off of limited guaranteed parking typical of urban settings.

West Lofts offers a comprehensive range of amenities including a gym, rooftop deck, dog park, laundry facilities, and 24/7 concierge service, with many residents praising the quality and accessibility of these features. However, reviews reveal significant concerns about maintenance responsiveness, gym equipment functionality, parking availability, and ongoing building issues including pest problems, leaks, and fire alarm disturbances. Management communication and follow-through on promised amenities have been inconsistent, particularly during the building's renovation phases, though recent improvements and responsive maintenance staff are noted by some residents.

Maintenance responsiveness varies significantly at this property. While some residents report quick, helpful maintenance staff, others describe extended delays and incomplete repairs, particularly for heating, plumbing, and pest issues. Common concerns include unresolved work orders, ineffective HVAC performance in units with high ceilings and large windows, and recurring pest and water damage problems that suggest underlying building maintenance gaps.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

West Lofts is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Excellent
Grade B
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near West Lofts was good on 133 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 78, moderate). Daily highs averaged 86°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 22°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

133 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 62

Temperature

86° / 22°

average July high / January low

: 77° high, 55° low

Pollen

Low

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January35°F22°F56 (moderate)12 of 31
February37°F22°F78 (moderate)7 of 28
March57°F38°F52 (moderate)14 of 31
April68°F47°F51 (moderate)13 of 30
May73°F55°F56 (moderate)10 of 31
June84°F66°F58 (moderate)9 of 30
July86°F70°F74 (moderate)6 of 31
August85°F70°F65 (moderate)2 of 31
September77°F64°F52 (moderate)13 of 30
October67°F51°F48 (good)17 of 31
November54°F39°F51 (moderate)16 of 30
December39°F27°F54 (moderate)14 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

West Lofts is a 412-unit building in Philadelphia, PA.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    412

Nearby schools

The closest school to West Lofts is Lea Henry C School, a public middle school 0.1 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Lea Henry C School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.1 mi

New Testament Church Christian

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.1 mi

West Philadelphia Catholic High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.3 mi

KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary0.3 mi

West Philadelphia High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.3 mi

Beulah Baptist Christian Day School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

Tyl Ii

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Locke Alain School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.5 mi

Ijoba Shule

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Hope Rising Child Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Contact & management

West Lofts is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 8445425924.


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