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173 W. Berks Street, Philadelphia | (800) 456-0563
WELCOME TO PAPER FACTORY LOFTS
New Apartments… With History.
Paper Factory Lofts was built for those that seek an apartment that is the antidote to cookie-cutter new construction. For those who want a home rich with character but filled with modern comforts. From the soaring wood beam ceilings to the oversized windows, every apartment has been completely renovated with modern kitchens and bathrooms. Oversized studios and large-scale 1 and 2-bedroom lofts and multistory penthouse apartments with spiral staircases leading you up to your home office/lounge with views of all of Philadelphia.
Paper Factory Lofts is perfectly situated in one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in Philadelphia. Steps from the Berks “El” Station, right on the main bike lanes and steps from the shops and restaurants of Fishtown.
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Community Amenities
Our contemporary apartments are highlighted by unique amenities that maintain the history of the original Globe Paper Company factory. Throughout the conversion, we maintained a commitment to green living which can be found throughout the building.
100% Smoke-Free
42 Inch Contemporary Kitchen Cabinetry
Hardwood Flooring
Moen Plumbing Fixtures
Apartment Entry Smart Keyless Locks
Bike Storage
Large Historic Windows
Ceramic Tile Showers
Floating Vanities in Bathrooms
Illuminated Bathroom Mirrors
Stainless Steel Whirlpool Appliances
Quartz Countertops
Contemporary Matte Black Hardware
Undermount Stainless Steel Sink
High 10’+ Ceilings
Automated Package System
Private Balconies
Skyline Views
Smart Intercom System
Key Fob Entry
Close Proximity to the Berks “El” Station
History Reimagined
Constructed in 1885, The Paper Factory began its life as the corporate headquarters of Peter Woll & Sons. At the time, Kensington was affectionately known as The Workshop of the World, and Kensington was the epicenter of textile manufacturing.
A newspaper ad of the building when it was Peter Woll & Sons
Peter Woll & Sons produced “curled hair” products, which were used to stuff chairs, sofas, and the seats on stagecoaches. In its heyday, the company had two additional factories across the street from The Paper Factory, in addition to stores in New York and Chicago. The company’s sign can still be seen on the western side of the building.
In the mid-twentieth century, the factory changed hands and became the Globe Paper Company, which produced commercial paper products.
Now we have transformed the property into 30 luxury loft apartments. Extensive care was taken to reimagine the property to the highest level possible, including working with the National Parks Service and the Philadelphia Historic Commission on its restoration.
