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Highlights
- Quiet residential block
- Generous living and dining areas
Location
1249 W College Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19121, USA|North Philadelphia West
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Property Overview
Located on a quiet residential block with generous living and dining areas, the home offers strong value, ranking in the 72.95th percentile for price per square foot in the area. Daily life is convenient, with highly rated elementary, middle, and high schools within a short distance, along with walkable access to public transit. Its proximity to 48 parks within a mile also supports an environmentally minded, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
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
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Amenities for 1249 W College Ave, North Philadelphia West
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Dishwasher, Stove, Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer and Dryer |
| In-Unit Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 1249 W College Ave
Welcome to 1249 W College Ave, a charming Philadelphia rowhome located in the rapidly growing Brewerytown neighborhood. This spacious home features a classic layout with generous living and dining areas, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The property offers multiple bedrooms, a full bathroom, and well-sized rooms throughout, with large windows that bring in great natural light. Blending traditional Philadelphia character with functional design, this home provides both comfort and convenience. Situated on a quiet residential block, it is just minutes from Fairmount, Center City, and Temple University, with easy access to local shops, restaurants, public transportation, and nearby parks. This property is perfect for those seeking space, location, and value in one of Philadelphia’s steadily developing areas—schedule your tour now to make this your new home!
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 1249 W College Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 176 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | North Philadelphia West |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19121 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in North Philadelphia West
3-bedroom apartments at 1249 W College Ave cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
North Philadelphia West
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,950 |
| August 2024 | $1,963 |
| September 2024 | $1,924 |
| October 2024 | $1,900 |
| November 2024 | $1,897 |
| December 2024 | $1,900 |
| January 2025 | $1,900 |
| February 2025 | $1,900 |
| March 2025 | $1,920 |
| April 2025 | $1,987 |
| May 2025 | $2,000 |
| June 2025 | $2,000 |
| July 2025 | $1,993 |
| August 2025 | $1,991 |
| September 2025 | $1,934 |
| October 2025 | $1,888 |
| November 2025 | $1,850 |
| December 2025 | $1,843 |
| January 2026 | $1,845 |
| February 2026 | $1,878 |
| March 2026 | $1,891 |
| April 2026 | $1,900 |
| May 2026 | $1,938 |
| June 2026 | $1,950 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,750 |
| August 2024 | $1,731 |
| September 2024 | $1,630 |
| October 2024 | $1,609 |
| November 2024 | $1,669 |
| December 2024 | $1,681 |
| January 2025 | $1,656 |
| February 2025 | $1,665 |
| March 2025 | $1,683 |
| April 2025 | $1,700 |
| May 2025 | $1,730 |
| June 2025 | $1,673 |
| July 2025 | $1,660 |
| August 2025 | $1,732 |
| September 2025 | $1,795 |
| October 2025 | $1,783 |
| November 2025 | $1,747 |
| December 2025 | $1,732 |
| January 2026 | $1,723 |
| February 2026 | $1,717 |
| March 2026 | $1,700 |
| April 2026 | $1,700 |
| May 2026 | $1,721 |
| June 2026 | $1,700 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,600 |
Schools near 1249 W College Ave
Robert Morris School
2600 w thompson st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PK, 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 1249 W College Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
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 1249 W College Ave, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
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
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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