Landmark Properties delivers 909-bed student housing tower
BKV Group served as designer for The Mark Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA — Landmark Properties has delivered The Mark Philadelphia, a 909-bed student housing community in the University City neighborhood. Rising 34 stories, The Mark is the tallest student housing property in the University City submarket, giving residents sweeping views of the Center City skyline and the surrounding University City neighborhoods. The project is Landmark’s second ground-up development in Philadelphia, following The Standard at Philadelphia, which opened in 2023.
The property at 3615-35 Chestnut St. was designed by BKV Group, with Landmark Construction, the in-house construction arm of Landmark Properties, serving as general contractor. The Mark is one block from the University of Pennsylvania campus and a short walk from Drexel University.
“Landmark is excited to have welcomed the first residents to The Mark Philadelphia ahead of fall term,” said Jason Doornbos, chief development officer at Landmark Properties. “With most UPenn and Drexel students living off campus, there is strong demand for newer housing with a robust amenity package, modern finishes, and a range of floor plans. The Mark raises the bar for students living in University City. Its height gives residents views of the city you can’t find anywhere else in the submarket, and its amenities and finishes set a new standard for the UPenn and Drexel market.”
The Mark offers 363 units in floor plans ranging from studios to six-bedroom apartments. Every residence comes fully furnished and wired for cable and high-speed internet. Apartments also include in-unit laundry and hardwood-style flooring throughout, and most bedrooms feature a private bathroom. Kitchens are finished with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. A curated art program runs throughout the community, showcasing original works by local Philadelphia artists.
The Mark’s market-leading amenity package is designed for both academics and play. Its signature rooftop amenity deck, overlooking the Philadelphia skyline, features an outdoor pool and heated spa, a Jumbotron, and an indoor clubroom with a pool table, games, and spaces for studying and socializing. Beyond the rooftop, residents have access to an academic and business lounge as well as private study and coworking rooms equipped with interactive smart displays.
Fitness and wellness are at the center of life at The Mark. The 24/7 fitness center is outfitted with a TRX training system, an Isawall Hub training system, a battle rope station, and plyo boxes, while a yoga lawn gives residents room to stretch and train outdoors. A dedicated wellness suite rounds out the offering with a sauna, tanning, and a serenity deck. Residents can also enjoy a sports simulator.
The building is within walking distance of Amtrak’s 30th Street Station and a range of dining, entertainment, and retail destinations on Market Street and beyond.
