Housing costs got you down? Though apartment hunting can be frustrating, there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Philadelphia look like these days—and what might you get for your money?
We took a look at local listings for studios and 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia via rental site Zumper to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
1904 N 22nd St.
Listed at $525 / month, this studio single-family home, located at 1904 N 22nd St in North Central, is 51.6 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Philadelphia, which is currently estimated at around $1,085 / month.
The building includes heating, air conditioning and a ceiling fan, and has a grocery store and restaurants nearby. No laundry on-site. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.
According to Walk Score, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(See the complete listing here.)
2548 N 12th St.
This studio apartment, situated at 2548 N 12th St in Hartranft, is also listed for $525 / month.
With a kitchenette, half-bathroom and large closet space, this cozy apartment locates you near to Temple University's main campus. Section 8 housing, with similar properties viewable at GoSection8.coPer Walk Score ratings, this location has excellent walkability, is relatively bikeable and has excellent transit.
(See the complete listing here.)
3142 N Broad St., #1BD
Then there's this apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 3142 N Broad St in Glenwood, listed at $600 / month (with multiple units available).
Each unit includes in-unit laundry, a full kitchen including dishwasher, central air conditioning and heating, and hardwood floors. The building is gated and includes assigned parking. It does not allow poets.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikable and has excellent transit.
(See the listing here.)
35 Ashmead Pl.
Listed at $600 / month, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is located at 35 Ashmead Place South in Germantown, Southwest.
In the unit, expect to find air conditioning and heating, carpeted floors, a deck, a fireplace, in-unit laundry, a dishwasher, and a basement that includes laundry. The building includes a security system; utilities are split between tenants and owner. Cats and dogs are not welcome.
Walk Score indicates that this location is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(Here's the listing.
250 E Johnson St., #B6
To round things out, there's this studio apartment at 250 E Johnson St in Mount Airy, East. It's being listed for $645 / month.
In the unit, you'll get a full kitchen including dishwasher, and linoleum or carpeted floors. The building includes security cameras and security desk, and is near public transportation.
Walk Score indicates that this location is friendly for those on foot, is fairly bikable and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(Here's the full listing.)
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