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Apartments for rent in Philadelphia: What will $1,700 get you?

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Published on September 12, 2019
Apartments for rent in Philadelphia: What will $1,700 get you?1200 Washington Ave. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Philadelphia?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to hunting down affordable apartments in Philadelphia if you've got up to $1,700/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1200 Washington Ave. (Passyunk Square)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,608/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1200 Washington Ave.

The unit offers in-unit laundry, a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher. The building features assigned parking. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2121 Market St. (Logan Square)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 2121 Market St. It's listed for $1,610/month for its 675 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, expect a gym, a residents lounge and a roof deck. You can also expect to find in-unit laundry in the apartment. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The listing specifies a $500 security deposit.

According to Walk Score, this location has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

4612-20 Sansom St. (Walnut Hill)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit that's located at 4612-20 Sansom St. It's listed for $1,625/month.

The unit has hardwood flooring and stainless steel appliances. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and is a haven for transit riders.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

222 W. Rittenhouse Square (Rittenhouse)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $1,635/month, this 320-square-foot studio apartment is located at 222 W. Rittenhouse Square.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. In the studio, you can expect a dishwasher, a renovated kitchen and a walk-in closet. Pet owners, take heed: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1430 South St. (Graduate Hospital)

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1430 South St. that's going for $1,645/month.

The building features an elevator and garage parking. In the unit, expect to see hardwood flooring and in-unit laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $350 nonrefundable pet fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and has excellent transit.

(See the full listing here.)

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