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Highlights

  • Convenient location
  • Central ac/heating
  • In-unit: washer & dryer
  • Furnished

Location

106 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Spruce Hill

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Contact

Carol Gao

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(908) 392-3511

Property Overview

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Amenities for 106 S 42nd St, Spruce Hill

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningDryer
Forced AirFurnished
Hardwood FloorLinoleum Vinyl
Water

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable ReadyWired For Internet

Building

Controlled BuildingIntercom
Sewage

Services

GarbageRecycling
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Policies and fees

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One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 106 S 42nd St

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaSpruce Hill 106 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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This listing is 37% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Spruce Hill.

Property Id: 2814067 This is a 2 bed / 2 bath apartment located at 42nd St & Sansom St. A female Drexel master’s student lives in one bedroom, and we are looking for a female tenant for the 2nd bedroom. You will have your own private bedroom and bathroom, sharing only the common areas (living room and kitchen). Very convenient location close to campus. Located within 1-2 blocks of the Penn Police station, school shuttle stops, ACME, 7-Eleven, grocery stores, and plenty of restaurants. Rent: $825/month Lease: 1-year lease (available immediately) Furnished: Yes In-Unit: Washer & Dryer, Central AC/Heating


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 106 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodSpruce Hill
Zip code19104
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 106 S 42nd St cost about 37% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,525
September 2024$1,501
October 2024$1,505
November 2024$1,529
December 2024$1,534
January 2025$1,528
February 2025$1,532
March 2025$1,521
April 2025$1,504
May 2025$1,531
June 2025$1,535
July 2025$1,512
August 2025$1,495
September 2025$1,496
October 2025$1,487
November 2025$1,465
December 2025$1,484
January 2026$1,439
February 2026$1,430
March 2026$1,450
April 2026$1,452
May 2026$1,492
June 2026$1,473
July 2026$1,454
August 2026$1,453
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,195
October 2024$1,191
November 2024$1,210
December 2024$1,218
January 2025$1,236
February 2025$1,222
March 2025$1,207
April 2025$1,211
May 2025$1,207
June 2025$1,197
July 2025$1,206
August 2025$1,235
September 2025$1,214
October 2025$1,231
November 2025$1,237
December 2025$1,262
January 2026$1,268
February 2026$1,259
March 2026$1,260
April 2026$1,257
May 2026$1,262
June 2026$1,250
July 2026$1,257
August 2026$1,307

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 106 S 42nd St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $825.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 106 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA.
2 years ago$1,6402 bed2 bath
2 years ago$990Studio1 bath
3 years ago$1,8002 bed2 bath
3 years ago$1,6802 bed2 bath
3 years ago$1,6002 bed2 bath

Schools near 106 S 42nd St

Alain Locke School

4550 haverford ave

philadelphia, PA, 19139

K-8Public
C-

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 3

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center

900 w jefferson st

philadelphia, PA, 19122

PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 106 S 42nd St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 106 S 42nd St, Philadelphia

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 106 S 42nd St

Makkah Market
4249 Walnut St
ACME Markets
4001 Walnut St
Supremo Shop N Bag
4301 Walnut St
Grocery Outlet
4301 Chestnut St
Mini Market
4049 Market St

Other units at this address

106 S 42nd St Philadelphia, PA

Occupied

1

Studio

1 Bath

$1,125

Listed by Carol Gao
Days on market: 165
Property Id: 1322793 Furnished studio built in 2022. Prime University City location at 42nd & Chestnut Street. 5 mins walking to Penn campus and dental school. One block from Police Station, 2 blocks from Subway 40th and Market Line. Bright rooms & high ceiling. Washer & Dryer inside the unit. Central AC. Furnished with full size bed, mattress, desk and chair. Available from August 1st, 2025

Occupied

6

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,600

Listed by Nancy Wei
Days on market: 1357
Property Id: 1029032 106 S 42 are luxury apartment buildings located in Philadelphia's hottest neighborhood, University City. Our University City apartments near UPenn make the commute to and from university a breeze while our central location is perfect for young professionals who are working in the city. Our two bedroom apartments are designed with your privacy in mind. Virtual Tour Link: https www asteroom com pviewer?hideleadgen=1&token=Z7TaCJIVtkiCtdujUQtGbw Whether you are looking to stay with us in one of our short term rentals or for an extended period of time, our new management team is ready and waiting to make living with us as easy and stress free as possible. Requiement: Minimum 650 Credit score needed. First, Last and one month security deposit needed.

Occupied

5

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,640

Listed by Carol Gao
Days on market: 220
Property Id: 1437744 Fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, built in 2023. Prime University City location at 42nd & Chestnut Street. 5 mins walking to UPenn, 10 mins walking to Drexel or St Joseph's University (UScience). One Block Away from Penn Police Station, 2 blocks away from Subway 40th and Market Line. 7-11, grocery store and restaurant are all within one block. Bright rooms. Washer & Dryer inside the unit. Central AC. Granite counter top. Stainless appliance (dishwasher, fridge, etc.) The apartment is furnished with full size beds, mattresses, nightstands, desks, chairs, sofa, coffee table, dining table w/ chairs.

Occupied

2B

2 Beds

2 Baths

$1,880

Listed by Carol Gao
Days on market: 142
Property Id: 1107792 Furnished 2B2B apartment in a secured building. Prime University City location. 5 mins walking to Penn campus. One block away from police station, 2 blocks away from Subway 40th and Market Line. 7-11, grocery store and restaurants are within one block distance. The apartment is newly built in 2022. Bright and spacious rooms. Washer & Dryer inside the unit. Central AC. The apartment is furnished with full size beds, mattresses, nightstands, desks, chairs, sofa, coffee table, dining table w/ chairs.

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