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Highlights

  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Tiled bathroom
  • Affordable and spacious apartment
  • Relaxing retreat

Location

3609 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA|Tioga - Nicetown
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Management

Jackson Rental Homes

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(844) 334-5739 ext. 3305

Property Overview

3609 North 21st Street features beautiful hardwood floors and a tiled bathroom, creating a relaxing retreat with affordable and spacious living. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.4 and a perfect price rating of 10, this property offers excellent value for its amenities and prime location, which is rated 9 out of 10 for convenience. Additionally, it showcases transparency and trustworthiness with an 8 out of 10 rating, providing renters a clear and detailed understanding of what to expect.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 3609 North 21st Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3609 North 21st Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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3609 North 21st Street - 13 bed1.5 bath$1,025 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 3609 N 21st Street — an affordable and spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom apartment located in a vibrant North Philadelphia neighborhood, available now for just $1,025/month. Step inside and be greeted by beautiful hardwood floors that stretch throughout the home, adding warmth and style to each room. The living area is filled with natural light, creating a bright and comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining. Each of the three bedrooms is nicely sized, offering plenty of room for rest, storage, or a home office setup. The kitchen features a clean, classic white stove and generous counter space, making meal prep simple and efficient. The full bathroom is tiled and includes a tub, providing a relaxing retreat at the end of the day, while the half-bath adds extra convenience for guests or busy mornings. This apartment offers both comfort and value, all within walking distance of local green spaces. Just one block away, you'll find the 20th & Tioga Street Park and the Jerome

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About 3609 North 21st Street

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaTioga - Nicetown 3609 North 21st Street

Welcome to 3609 N 21st Street — an affordable and spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom apartment located in a vibrant North Philadelphia neighborhood, available now for just $1,025/month. Step inside and be greeted by beautiful hardwood floors that stretch throughout the home, adding warmth and style to each room. The living area is filled with natural light, creating a bright and comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining. Each of the three bedrooms is nicely sized, offering plenty of room for rest, storage, or a home office setup. The kitchen features a clean, classic white stove and generous counter space, making meal prep simple and efficient. The full bathroom is tiled and includes a tub, providing a relaxing retreat at the end of the day, while the half-bath adds extra convenience for guests or busy mornings. This apartment offers both comfort and value, all within walking distance of local green spaces. Just one block away, you'll find the 20th & Tioga Street Park and the Jerome Brown Playground — perfect for fresh air, playtime, or a quick neighborhood stroll. Whether you're looking for space, affordability, or a great location, 3609 N 21st Street checks all the boxes. It's a great opportunity to enjoy city living without stretching your budget. $1,025/ Month Requirements * Atleast 550 Credit Score * Clear background check * Positive rental history * Able to pay Total Move In Cost (1st month and 2 security deposits) * Must be working cause will be asking 6 or 4 paystubs (If not, as many proof of income as you can provide.) * 4 Bank Statements * 1 Photo ID * $50 Application Fee (Non Refundable)


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 3609 North 21st Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3609 North 21st Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 3609 North 21st Street
Price·10A 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.
3609 North 21st Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 3609 North 21st Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
3609 North 21st Street 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 3609 North 21st Street 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.

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 3609 North 21st Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
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Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Tioga - Nicetown

3-bedroom apartments at 3609 North 21st Street cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Tioga - Nicetown.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Tioga - Nicetown
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,197
January 2024$1,200
February 2024$1,195
March 2024$1,162
April 2024$1,185
May 2024$1,200
June 2024$1,210
July 2024$1,204
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,191
October 2024$1,180
November 2024$1,196
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,206
February 2025$1,208
March 2025$1,209
April 2025$1,194
May 2025$1,222
June 2025$1,225
July 2025$1,227
August 2025$1,198
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,193
November 2025$1,153
December 2025$1,150
A table of studio rental data trends in Tioga - Nicetown
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$875
July 2024$825
August 2024$825
November 2024$850
December 2024$896
January 2025$887
February 2025$883
March 2025$859
April 2025$925
May 2025$900
June 2025$887
July 2025$855
August 2025$928
September 2025$880
October 2025$839
November 2025$812
December 2025$873

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,025.
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Schools near 3609 North 21st Street

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

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Getting around Philadelphia near 3609 N 21st St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 3609 N 21st St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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