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West Philadelphia Apartments for Rent - Philadelphia, PA

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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About West Philadelphia Philadelphia

the unity in my neighborhood is unique. My favorite local place is the skating rink. me and my family love the skaing rink and bond and have a good timre there.

It is close to alot of stores within walking distance. Also it is on a bus route. There is job opportunities around my area.

The only thing good about my neighborhood is the stores and they all close early because of the violence in the neighborhood

I like going out of my neighborhood to have fun because it's too dangerous in mine we go out to eat and the movies downtown

My neighborhood borders on a large park. There are a lot of small shopping centers near by. It is very diverse with many races living in harmony.

I love the people that work across the street. They're really cool and nice. I like how accessible transportation is whether bus or trolley. I also like the wide streets very open.

Who Lives Here

West Philadelphia Philadelphia Demographics

Education

High School

28%

Associate's

18%

Bachelor's

10%

Master's

6%

Doctorate

38%

Family Size

2 people

43%

3 people

27%

4 people

16%

5 people

7%

6+ people

7%

Household Income

0-50k

63%

50-100k

25%

100-150k

7%

150-200k

3%

200k+

2%

Age

0-10

12%

10-20

16%

20-45

40%

45-65

20%

65+

12%

Affordability

How expensive is it in West Philadelphia Philadelphia?

Percentage: 4/54/5

Renters gave this area a 4 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Nov '23$1250$1597$1747$1991
Oct '23$1250$1597$1723$1991
Sep '23$1213$1630$1712$1991
Aug '23$1226$1710$1744$1997
Jul '23$1289$1722$1775$2094
Jun '23$1300$1753$1842$2135
May '23$1306$1799$1860$2025
Apr '23$1317$1799$2025$2150
Mar '23$1350$1814$2010$2125
Feb '23$1275$1670$1995$2262
Jan '23$1250$1590$1750$1957
Dec '22$1250$1550$1750$1937
Nov '22$1175$1574$1825$2057

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around West Philadelphia Philadelphia

West Philadelphia Philadelphia Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

16%

15-30 Mins

33%

30-40 Mins

20%

40-60 Mins

16%

60+ Mins

16%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 8484

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 24 of 34 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 26 of 34 renters

Percentage: 8686

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

No

Say 18 of 34 renters

Percentage: 6767

Transit Score®

They Are Located Near Public Transportation

Yes

Say 29 of 34 renters

Need A Car

Yes

Say 19 of 34 renters

Top Scores: Childcare, Hospital, Grocery

Things To Do In West Philadelphia Philadelphia

Top Score

Childcare

4.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

What a whippersnapper! West Philadelphia Philadelphia is crawling with childcare options.

  1. A high number of daycares per resident
  2. 99% more daycares than average
  3. 61% more daycares than areas of a similar size

Hospitals

4.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Plenty of I.V. league hospitals around here.

  1. A high number of hospitals per resident
  2. 99% more hospitals than average
  3. 44% more hospitals than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Solid grocery game.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 97% more grocery stores than average
  3. 48% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You can shop till you drop in West Philadelphia Philadelphia.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 98% more shops than average
  3. 72% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Amusement Parks

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

No spin here - West Philadelphia Philadelphia boasts a good number of amusement parks.

  1. Few amusement parks per resident
  2. 97% more amusement parks than average
  3. A standard number of amusement parks compared to areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You won't get sick of medical care here.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 98% more medical facilities than average
  3. 10% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Filling stations in West Philadelphia Philadelphia are at full-throttle!

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 95% more gas stations than average
  3. Far fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The restaurant scene here is really cooking with gas.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 98% more restaurants than average
  3. 9% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are heating up. West Philadelphia Philadelphia gets a solid score for coffee.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 98% more coffee shops than average
  3. 14% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Parks

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

West Philadelphia Philadelphia is shrubby, not shabby.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 97% more parks than average
  3. 96% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's pawsible that your pets will fall in love with West Philadelphia Philadelphia.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 95% more pet facilities than average
  3. Far fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Nightlife is on the rocks in West Philadelphia Philadelphia.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 97% more bars and clubs than average
  3. 53% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Cardio is hale and hardy in West Philadelphia Philadelphia.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 91% more gyms than average
  3. Far fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Theaters

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

West Philadelphia Philadelphia sits in the middle of the pack for theater.

  1. Few theaters per resident
  2. 98% more theaters than average
  3. 16% more theaters than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's just about fine for fine art. An average score.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 98% more fine art centers than average
  3. 29% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

West Philadelphia Philadelphia Features

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 25 of 34 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 23 of 34 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 23 of 34 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 22 of 34 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 20 of 34 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 20 of 34 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 18 of 34 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 18 of 34 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 17 of 34 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 17 of 34 renters

Pet Friendly

No

Say 18 of 34 renters

Quiet Area

No

Say 22 of 34 renters

Safe For Families

No

Say 23 of 34 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 23 of 34 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 25 of 34 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 25 of 34 renters

Maintained Yards

No

Say 26 of 34 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 28 of 34 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 28 of 34 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 29 of 34 renters

West Philadelphia Philadelphia Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in West Philadelphia Philadelphia

8/10

Merion Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

7/10

Cynwyd Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

4/10

Bywood Elementary School

Grades 1-5 • Public

3/10

Samuel Powell School

Grades K-4 • Public

3/10

Richard Wright School

Grades PK-5 • Public

2/10

Stonehurst Hills Elementary School

Grades 1-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Philadelphia, PA

West Philadelphia Apartments for Rent - Philadelphia, PA

Searching for an apartment in West Philadelphia, a densely populated neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA? This is a renter-friendly community, with 56% of locals renting their homes. Only 41% of households have children, so it's a great location if you're looking for a calm neighborhood. There are a variety of transportation options in West Philadelphia. While you'll probably prefer to have a car, it may not be necessary for everything. The average commute to and from this area takes about 35 minutes. Residents of West Philadelphia are highly educated, with a large number having postgraduate degrees.

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