Call Today for Leasing Specials. Chestnut Hall Apartments are located in University City Philadelphia, PA, blocks from UPenn, Drexel, Mercy Hospital, Hahnemann Medical College, across Schuylkill River from Center City Logan Square and Rittenhouse Square. Map your commute. Ideal apartment location in U-City for working downtown, or off-campus apartments for rent with easy access to I-95, I-76, I-676; LUCY (Loop through University City); Suburban and 30th Street Stations; or go green by walking or biking to your destination. Choose from varied high-rise apartment floor plans for studio, 1- and 2-bedrooms. Full concierge services, laundry center, air conditioning, and some apartments include walk-in closets, upgraded kitchens and views of downtown Philly. Due to the nature of our community, we are unable to accept any pets.