Chocolate Works, Apartments in Old City, Philadelphia, PA

Welcome to HISTORIC LANDMARKS FOR LIVING. The Chocolate Works is located in the heart of historic old city Philadelphia, now one of the hottest areas in town! The dynamic resurgence of this neighborhood places you right in the center of community theaters, galleries, trendy shops and services, eclectic clubs, and cafes. Plus, you're within walking distance to the quaint brownstones and attractions of Society Hill, the Market Street East shopping and historic corridor and the entertainment venues along Penn's Landing waterfront district. Parking is plentiful in the area, the Ben Franklin Bridge, going to and from New Jersey is close by, as are major highways and public transportation. The history of Chocolate Works dates back to the late 19th century when the building was home to the world-renowned Wilbur Chocolate Company. The five historically certified buildings that comprise this complex were handsomely restored by Historic Landmarks in the 1980's and transformed into a luxury apartment community of 135 distinctive residences. Great care has been taken to preserve such architectural details as exposed brick and wood beams, high arched windows, and unique portholes, while adding such tasty ingredients as an elaborate, landscaped forecourt with Victorian-style trellis and steel sculptures, and an inviting glass-walled lobby. The studio, one, and two bedroom residences are generously sized and offer a full complement of luxury amenities such as professional 24-hour property management and a full-time front desk to ensure your complete satisfaction and peace-of-mind.

Cold water

Sewer

Trash removal

Basic cable-ready

High speed Internet access available for an additional fee

1 and 2 bedrooms

1, 1.5, 2 and 2.5 baths

Living area in all apartments

Dining room in select apartments

Balconies in select apartments

Bi-levels in select apartments

Separate Kitchen with Electric Range

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Garbage disposal

Microwave

Breakfast bar in most apartments

Individually controlled central air conditioning and heating

Washer/dryer in all apartments

Wall-to-wall carpeting

24 hour lobby deskman

24 hour emergency maintenance

On site property management

Wheelchair accessible

One pet allowed at 35 lbs. and smaller. Breed restrictions apply.

$300 pet security and $50/month pet rent.

The year was 1902. The production plants that were driving Philadelphia's Industrial Revolution were going in full gear, and the historic commercial district in Old City was now becoming a force in manufacturing.

Old City's proximity to the waterfront and the transportation hub of shipping and rail yards along Delaware Avenue, made it the perfect location for thriving factories. One of those was the Wilbur Chocolate Company, a renowned confectioner whose history dates back to the mid-1800's and was the first name in chocolates, before Hershey was even born!

Wilbur Chocolate Company was located on North Third Street in old city Philadelphia, a stretch that was known as "Confectioner's Row" in the early 1900's, because of the diversity of producers and suppliers who dealt in confectionary products. What distinguished Wilbur from the others was the fact that their manufacturing facility was a complex of industrial buildings, each unique in its own architectural style, but joined together over a period of time to form one imposing facility.

The first building was built in 1902 and successive structures were added through 1919.
The original building was noted for its solid brick and heavy timber construction, and the unique combination of arched and circular porthole windows. The next building was hailed for its handsome Georgian-Revival architectural style, including such details as Doric columns and dentiled cornices. The remaining buildings were constructed in the same flavor, heavy on brick and timber, generous in its use of oversized windows and high ceilings to create bright, expansive spaces for busy manufacturing.

When Historic Landmarks transformed this architectural relic into a first-class residential community in 1983, at a cost of $12 million, great care was taken to preserve the significant design details and enhance them luxurious modern amenities. The exterior features an elaborate forecourt with a charming Victorian-style trellis and unique landscaping. An interior courtyard was fashioned from skeletal steel and timber frames to create a living sculpture and a wonderful viewpoint from the beautiful, glass-walled lobby.

Walk through the labyrinth of brick-walled hallways to the entry doors that are topped with backlit arches, and you'll find the apartments are every bit as extraordinary. Exposed wood beams and ceilings add an air of drama, while the huge sun-catching windows bathe the interiors with light. Many apartments feature decks or balconies with dazzling river or courtyard views. Most residences offer one-of-a-kind design details, such as built-in shelves, breakfast bars, elongated entry hallways, platform or bi-level floorplans...extraordinary style and indulgent features that make living at The Chocolate Works a very sweet life.

Why live in an apartment when you can treat yourself to a landmark... especially a building that blends history with handsome design. Come sample The Chocolate Works...where you can be indulged with all the ingredients you could possibly want!

Fitness center

Landscaped courtyard with drive-up entry

Lobby

Street parking. Parking in lots available for an additional fee.

Less than 5 minutes to Routes 76, 476 and 95.

Walking distance to SEPTA train via Market Street East Station. 3 block to Market-Frankford subway line. Walking distance to many Center City bus routes.