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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Original hardwood floors
- Gas cooking
- Private back porch
- High ceilings
Location
157 Washington Ave, Phoenixville, PA 19460, USA
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Property Overview
157 Washington Ave is a highly rated rental option, receiving an overall 8.3 rating from Zumper, indicating it is well-suited for renters. Its strong score of 9 in both price and amenities highlights a competitive offering with original hardwood floors, gas cooking, a private back porch, and high ceilings. Additionally, the property enjoys an excellent location with convenient access to top-rated schools and numerous pet-friendly services nearby, ensuring an enhanced living experience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “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- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 780 sqft | $1,850 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath 1st-floor apartment located at 157 Washington Avenue in Phoenixville. This historic home features original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light, creating a bright and inviting living space. Enjoy a shared front porch and private back porch perfect for relaxing as well as a shared basement with washer and dryer for added convenience. The kitchen offers gas cooking, and water and sewer are included in rent. Tenant is responsible for lawn and snow. Small dogs and cats welcome for $50/month per pet. Ideally located near downtown Phoenixville shops, dining, and events while offering classic charm and comfort. All tenants over 18 must have a credit score of 690+ and a monthly income at least three times the rent amount. Call 484-502-1440 to schedule your showing and apply online at www doorlifepm com |
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Amenities for 157 Washington Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Washer |
| Water |
Appliances
| Gas Range/Oven | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Sewer |
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
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 157 Washington Ave
Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath 1st-floor apartment located at 157 Washington Avenue in Phoenixville. This historic home features original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and abundant natural light, creating a bright and inviting living space. Enjoy a shared front porch and private back porch perfect for relaxing as well as a shared basement with washer and dryer for added convenience. The kitchen offers gas cooking, and water and sewer are included in rent. Tenant is responsible for lawn and snow. Small dogs and cats welcome for $50/month per pet. Ideally located near downtown Phoenixville shops, dining, and events while offering classic charm and comfort. All tenants over 18 must have a credit score of 690+ and a monthly income at least three times the rent amount. Call 484-502-1440 to schedule your showing and apply online at www doorlifepm com
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 157 Washington Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 Washington Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
157 Washington Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
157 Washington Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 157 Washington Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
157 Washington Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 157 Washington Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
157 Washington Ave is great for:
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 157 Washington Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
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- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Phoenixville
1-bedroom apartments at 157 Washington Ave cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Phoenixville.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Phoenixville
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,760 |
| April 2024 | $1,763 |
| May 2024 | $1,782 |
| June 2024 | $1,757 |
| July 2024 | $1,672 |
| August 2024 | $1,551 |
| September 2024 | $1,571 |
| October 2024 | $1,699 |
| November 2024 | $1,475 |
| December 2024 | $1,566 |
| January 2025 | $1,503 |
| February 2025 | $1,496 |
| March 2025 | $1,403 |
| April 2025 | $1,262 |
| May 2025 | $1,140 |
| June 2025 | $1,125 |
| July 2025 | $1,097 |
| August 2025 | $1,189 |
| September 2025 | $1,200 |
| October 2025 | $1,057 |
| November 2025 | $1,007 |
| December 2025 | $997 |
| January 2026 | $1,000 |
| February 2026 | $1,200 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 157 Washington Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$74,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $74,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,850.
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Schools near 157 Washington Ave
Barkley Elementary School
320 second ave
phoenixville, PA, 19460
2-5Public
B+
Phoenixville Early Learning Center
1 phantom way
phoenixville, PA, 19460
K-1Public
A-
Manavon El Sch
2 phantom way
phoenixville, PA, 19460
2-5Public
A-
Gulph Elementary School
650 s henderson rd
king of prussia, PA, 19406
K-4Public
B+
Ray S. Musselman Learning Center
1020 sandy st
norristown, PA, 19401
KPublic
B
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Getting around Phoenixville near 157 Washington Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 157 Washington Ave, Phoenixville
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 157 Washington Ave
Despensa San Marcas
30 Gay St
Lupita's Mexican Market
28 Gay St
Adr Food Co
ACME Markets
785 Starr St
GIANT Food Stores
700 Nutt Rd
Larry's Tailor Shop
213 Church St
Lulu Boutique & Gifterie
12 S Main St
All Kinds of Fast
214 Bridge St
Bridal Event By Bouche Productions
131 Bridge St
THREADS marketplace
131 Bridge St
Rush Bowls
222 Bridge St
Courtroom Coffee Spirits LLC
203 Bridge St
Steel City Coffee House & Brewery
203 Bridge St
Dunkin'
218 Nutt Rd
Nudy's Bridge Street Caf+-Phoenixville
450 Bridge St
Bistro on Bridge/Club 212
212 Bridge St
Rivertown Taps
226 Bridge St
Molly Maguire's Irish Restaurant & Pub
197 Bridge St
Steel City Coffee House & Brewery
203 Bridge St
Root Down Brewing Co
1 N Main St
Kimberton Whole Foods
2140 Kimberton Rd
Camphill Soltane
138 Bridge St
Destiny's Delicious Dump Cakes
Produce Junction Inc
126 Bridge St
Foresta's Market
1098 W Bridge St
Reeves Park
Saint Michael Park
Schuylkill Canal Park
Friendship Field
Reservoir Park
Sand Island Ice
148 3rd Ave
Cafe Com Leite LLC
117 Main St
Wasko's
223 Gay St
Scappelli Inc
207 Gay St
Los Mariachis
201 Gay St
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