The Girard is located at 1199 Ludlow Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107, rising above the East Market district in the heart of Center City. The building places residents within walking distance of Jefferson University, Reading Terminal Market and the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
The Girard sits within East Market, an emerging mixed-use neighborhood in Center City Philadelphia that blends historic architecture with new construction. Residents are minutes from Midtown Village, Washington Square West, Old City, and Rittenhouse Square, with cultural institutions, theaters, and dining in every direction. The community is also steps from Chinatown and directly adjacent to the Fashion District, placing premier shopping, dining, and entertainment right outside your door.

The Girard offers one-bedroom, one-bedroom den, and two-bedroom apartment residences across 24 floors ranging from 545 sq. ft.  to 1,238 sq. ft. in Center City Philadelphia. Homes feature floor-to-ceiling windows, modern kitchens with stone countertops, full gas ranges, and premium Fisher & Paykel stainless steel appliances, as well as in-unit washers and dryers. Each residence is thoughtfully designed with Elfa closet systems for optimal storage and organization, and offers stunning views of the city skyline from every direction.

Yes. The Girard is a pet friendly apartment community in Center City Philadelphia and welcomes both cats and dogs. Residents benefit from a walkable neighborhood and easy access to nearby parks. Contact the leasing office for complete pet policy details including breed and weight restrictions.

The Girard features luxury amenity spaces designed for modern urban living, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, resident lounge, outdoor terrace, co-working areas, and full concierge service. The building offers elevator access, package receiving, and sophisticated common areas designed for both entertaining and relaxation. Residents also enjoy a fully heated, year-round 25-yard lap pool, community vegetable garden, outdoor dog run, grilling stations, yoga studio, resident library, and a private theater room. Enhancing everyday living, the building also offers a dedicated private co-working space, secure bike storage, and a pet grooming salon. A SipWithMe coffee machine using specialty coffee beans is available for residents, adding a curated café-style experience within the building. Inside each residence, thoughtfully designed interiors elevate everyday living with Elfa closet systems for optimal organization, a full gas range, and premium Fisher & Paykel appliances. Expansive layouts are complemented by stunning city views in every direction, creating a bright and refined living experience.

The Girard is roughly a three-minute walk, or about 0.3 mile, from Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. The community is also near the Philadelphia campuses of Drexel University College of Medicine and Temple University's Center City programs.
The Girard is in a walker's paradise and a rider's paradise by Walk Score and Transit Score standards, earning a 100 in both categories. Residents can reach Reading Terminal Market, the Convention Center, and SEPTA subway and bus service within a short walk, making a car optional for daily life.
Residents are steps from Reading Terminal Market, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Independence Historical Park, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the shopping and dining of Midtown Village and Rittenhouse Square. The Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are a short walk away.
The Girard is directly across from Jefferson Station, offering immediate access to regional rail connections throughout Center City, South Eastern Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. It’s also steps from SEPTA services, including the Market–Frankford Line, multiple bus routes, and nearby 30th Street Station for national rail via Amtrak. Key destinations like Penn's Landing and the Philadelphia Museum of Art are easily accessible, and Philadelphia International Airport is about 10 miles away—roughly a 20-minute drive or direct SEPTA Airport Line ride.

Prospective residents can book a tour of The Girard by visiting thegirard.com or contacting the leasing office at 267-961-7060, or thegirard@greystar.com. The team offers in-person and virtual tours of model residences and amenity spaces.