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261 Lauriston St, Philadelphia, PA 19128, USA|Roxborough
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Amenities for 261 Lauriston St, Roxborough
Features
| 2 Floors | Central Air |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Basement | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Other
| Exterior Type: Stone | Hot Water Heating |
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About 261 Lauriston St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Roxborough.
Property Status: Active 3 bedroom row home in the Wissahickon neighborhood of Northwest Philadelphia. Steps from the park's hiking/biking trails. 5 minute walk to the train station - great for center city commuters. Large living/dining room combo with laminate floors. Huge eat-in kitchen with tons of counter and cabinet space. Dishwasher, gas range and disposal. First floor powder room. Full bath upstairs. Front bedroom accommodates a king size bed. The middle bedroom holds a full sized mattress. The rear bedroom is best fitted as an office or nursery. Central air. Fenced in yard with garden area. Shaded front porch. Unfinished basement with laundry and storage. Generous street parking. Pet friendly! Reach out for the video tour, showings and applications. Available June 1. Office Phone: (215) 694-3634 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 261 Lauriston St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Roxborough |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19128 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Roxborough
3-bedroom apartments at 261 Lauriston St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Roxborough
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,955 |
| June 2024 | $1,998 |
| 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 | $1,925 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,297 |
| June 2024 | $2,307 |
| July 2024 | $2,325 |
| August 2024 | $2,360 |
| September 2024 | $2,173 |
| October 2024 | $2,118 |
| November 2024 | $2,134 |
| December 2024 | $2,233 |
| January 2025 | $2,297 |
| February 2025 | $2,200 |
| March 2025 | $2,219 |
| April 2025 | $2,300 |
| May 2025 | $2,217 |
| June 2025 | $2,298 |
| July 2025 | $2,364 |
| August 2025 | $2,457 |
| September 2025 | $2,570 |
| October 2025 | $2,560 |
| November 2025 | $2,610 |
| December 2025 | $2,481 |
| January 2026 | $2,280 |
| February 2026 | $2,396 |
| March 2026 | $2,506 |
| April 2026 | $2,543 |
| May 2026 | $2,537 |
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Schools near 261 Lauriston St
Cook-Wissahickon School
201 e salaignac st
philadelphia, PA, 19128
PK, K-8Public
C+
Academy for Early Learning
va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave
philadelphia, PA, 19144
PKPublic
Kenderton Elementary School
1500 w ontario st
philadelphia, PA, 19140
K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Roxborough | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 261 Lauriston St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 261 Lauriston St, Philadelphia
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
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
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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