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Pet Friendly
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5281 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USA|East Germantown
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Property Overview
Strong value for money in the local market combines with excellent nearby schooling, including a top-rated elementary school within close walking distance. Daily convenience is moderate, with the nearest grocery store a short drive away. Pet owners benefit from nearby pet hospitals, supply stores, grooming services, and no breed or pet restrictions, making it particularly appealing for those with animals.
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- Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5281 Germantown Ave, East Germantown
Apartment Amenities
| Mini Split |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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Policies and fees
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 5281 Germantown Ave
5281 Germantown Ave cost $1,095 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment include but are not limited to: in-unit laundry and assigned parking. Located at 5281 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USA, this unit has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Philadelphia, renting this apartment is 27% cheaper per month.
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 5281 Germantown Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Germantown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in East Germantown
1-bedroom apartments at 5281 Germantown Ave cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
East Germantown
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,593 |
| July 2024 | $1,553 |
| August 2024 | $1,524 |
| September 2024 | $1,501 |
| October 2024 | $1,505 |
| November 2024 | $1,529 |
| December 2024 | $1,534 |
| January 2025 | $1,528 |
| February 2025 | $1,532 |
| March 2025 | $1,521 |
| April 2025 | $1,504 |
| May 2025 | $1,531 |
| June 2025 | $1,535 |
| July 2025 | $1,512 |
| August 2025 | $1,495 |
| September 2025 | $1,496 |
| October 2025 | $1,487 |
| November 2025 | $1,465 |
| December 2025 | $1,484 |
| January 2026 | $1,439 |
| February 2026 | $1,430 |
| March 2026 | $1,450 |
| April 2026 | $1,452 |
| May 2026 | $1,492 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,222 |
| July 2024 | $1,195 |
| August 2024 | $1,190 |
| September 2024 | $1,165 |
| October 2024 | $1,177 |
| November 2024 | $1,181 |
| December 2024 | $1,197 |
| January 2025 | $1,195 |
| February 2025 | $1,198 |
| March 2025 | $1,200 |
| April 2025 | $1,200 |
| May 2025 | $1,199 |
| June 2025 | $1,195 |
| July 2025 | $1,198 |
| August 2025 | $1,200 |
| September 2025 | $1,206 |
| October 2025 | $1,199 |
| November 2025 | $1,198 |
| December 2025 | $1,213 |
| January 2026 | $1,255 |
| February 2026 | $1,247 |
| March 2026 | $1,245 |
| April 2026 | $1,250 |
| May 2026 | $1,217 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5281 Germantown Ave
Academy for Early Learning
va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave
philadelphia, PA, 19144
PKPublic
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School
430 e washington ln
philadelphia, PA, 19144
K-8Public
C-
Kenderton Elementary School
1500 w ontario st
philadelphia, PA, 19140
K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - Big Germantown
3149 germantown ave
philadelphia, PA, 19133
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Plaza Allegheny
432 w allegheny ave
philadelphia, PA, 19133
PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 5281 Germantown Ave
Walking
8/10
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5281 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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