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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • In unit washer and dryer
  • Utilities included
  • Free shared wifi
  • Newly renovated hardwood floors

Location

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

Greenzang Properties

Leasing office

(484) 497-0598 ext. 2

Property Overview

516-524 South 42nd stands out with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, highlighting its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and prime location, each rated at 9 out of 10. Ideally situated for those valuing environment sustainability, social life, and pet friendliness, the property features in-unit laundry, utilities included, and newly renovated hardwood floors. Additionally, its transparency and reliability are underscored by a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, making it a compelling option for renters seeking a quality 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 516-524 South 42nd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 516-524 South 42nd has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath590 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit availableAvailable for a July move in! 516 South 42nd Street is located one block from the historical Clark Park and right next to St Joes University City Campus. Also in walking distance to UPenn and Drexel. Photos are of similar unit in building. Property Features include: Newly renovated Hardwood floors Dishwasher In unit washer and dryer Free shared WiFi All utilities included for an additional $110 per month which is a flat fee To inquire about this apartment or to schedule a tour please reach out to Melissa at ****
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath590 sqft$2,570 /mo1 unit availableNewly renovated 3 bed 2 bathroom apartment for July move in! This unit has 3 large bedrooms and 2 bath with In unit washer and dryer, dishwasher, island counter, brand new bathrooms and a walk in closet! Central heat and air conditioning. Only one block from Clark park and walking distance to UPenn and St Joes Ucity. All utilities and WiFi included for flat fee of $150 for the whole apartment totaling rent at $2720! Greenzang residents receive: **24 Hour emergency Maintenance **Online rent payment and maintenance portal To schedule a showing, please contact Melissa at **** Please visit our website at Greenzang. com for additional availability

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Amenities for 516-524 South 42nd

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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
Limit1

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About 516-524 South 42nd

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaSpruce Hill 516-524 South 42nd

Available for a July move in! 516 South 42nd Street is located one block from the historical Clark Park and right next to St Joes University City Campus. Also in walking distance to UPenn and Drexel. Photos are of similar unit in building. Property Features include: Newly renovated Hardwood floors Dishwasher In unit washer and dryer Free shared WiFi All utilities included for an additional $110 per month which is a flat fee To inquire about this apartment or to schedule a tour please reach out to Melissa at ****


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 516-524 South 42nd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 516-524 South 42nd 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 516-524 South 42nd
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.
516-524 South 42nd 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.
516-524 South 42nd 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, 516-524 South 42nd 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.
516-524 South 42nd 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 516-524 South 42nd to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

516-524 South 42nd is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 318 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Pet owners

  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 47 parks within a mile

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 516-524 South 42nd compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% higher than 1-bedrooms in Spruce Hill.

3-bedroom apartments at 516-524 South 42nd cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Spruce Hill.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,149
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,197
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,180
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$995
May 2024$1,025
June 2024$1,009
July 2024$1,021
August 2024$1,014
September 2024$1,015
October 2024$1,012
November 2024$1,038
December 2024$1,052
January 2025$1,047
February 2025$1,044
March 2025$1,020
April 2025$1,021
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$1,038
July 2025$1,044
August 2025$1,024
September 2025$1,027
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$1,034
December 2025$1,032
January 2026$1,068
February 2026$1,065
March 2026$1,045
April 2026$1,020

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Can I afford to live at 516 S 42nd St?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$58,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near 516-524 South 42nd

Penn Alexander School

4209 spruce st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-8Public
A-

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 516 S 42nd St

Walking

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

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

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

Points of interest for 516 S 42nd St, Philadelphia

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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