If you're on the hunt for a new spot to live, you know how hard it can be to find a good spot for a reasonable price. So what does the low-end rent 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 budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now.
4910 Penn St.
Listed at $500 / month, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, located at 4910 Penn St. in Frankford, is 66.6 percent less than the median rent for a 1-bedroom in Philadelphia, which is currently estimated at around $1,495 / month.
In the unit, you can expect granite countertops, wooden cabinets, carpeting and closet space. Pets are not welcome.
Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.
(See the complete listing here.)
408 E Roosevelt Blvd.
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, situated at 408 E Roosevelt Blvd. in Feltonville, is listed for $550 / month.
In the unit, anticipate hardwood floors, wooden cabinets and closet space. Garage parking is available and pets are not allowed.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
4156 Leidy Ave.
Then there's this apartment, with one bedroom and one bathroom at 4156 Leidy Ave. in East Parkside, that's listed at $585 / month.
In the unit, look for carpeted floors, bay windows, granite countertops, wooden cabinets and ample natural light. Cats and dogs are not welcome.
According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is very walkable, is quite bikeable and has good transit options.
(See the listing here.)
3355 N Park Ave.
And here's a studio apartment at 3355 N Park Ave. in Franklinville, which is going for $625 / month.
In the unit, anticipate air conditioning, a dishwasher, hardwood floors, bay windows and wooden cabinets. Good news for animal lovers: both dogs and cats are permitted here.
Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is very walkable, is fairly bikeable and boasts excellent transit options.
(Check out the listing here.)
1338 Orthodox St.
Finally, over at 1338 Orthodox St. in Frankford, there's this studio dwelling, going for $650 / month.
Tenants can expect a mix of parquet floors and carpeting, a ceiling fan, closet space and plenty of natural light. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed.
Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot and is a haven for transit riders.
(View the listing here.)
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