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542 Gilham St #1, Philadelphia, PA 19111, USA|Lawncrest
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Property Overview
The property offers excellent value for money, ranking in the top percentile compared to other local options, while also providing a competitive price per square foot. Conveniently located near shopping and transportation, it is also pet-friendly, supported by multiple nearby pet supply stores and services, making it an appealing choice for pet owners.
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
Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 542 Gilham St #1, Lawncrest
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats 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
Dog policy
| Not Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Contact for more information on pet policy.
Required one-time fees
| Security Deposit | $895 |
|---|---|
Optional fees
| Incidental Fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| Per occurrence fee | |
Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 542 Gilham St #1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 13% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Lawncrest.
1 bedroom 1 bath on the first floor. New paint and carpeting through out. Kitchen comes with refrigerator. Close to shopping and transportation. Asking $895 a month plus you have to pay all the utilities (water, gas and electric). You will need three months rent to move in ($2785) and requires credit check.
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 542 Gilham St #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lawncrest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19111 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lawncrest
1-bedroom apartments at 542 Gilham St #1 cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Lawncrest
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,500 |
| November 2023 | $1,500 |
| December 2023 | $1,496 |
| January 2024 | $1,498 |
| February 2024 | $1,465 |
| March 2024 | $1,482 |
| April 2024 | $1,498 |
| May 2024 | $1,536 |
| June 2024 | $1,594 |
| 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 | $1,495 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,061 |
| November 2023 | $1,074 |
| December 2023 | $1,078 |
| January 2024 | $1,075 |
| February 2024 | $1,095 |
| March 2024 | $1,099 |
| April 2024 | $1,122 |
| May 2024 | $1,138 |
| June 2024 | $1,108 |
| July 2024 | $1,110 |
| August 2024 | $1,120 |
| September 2024 | $1,127 |
| October 2024 | $1,110 |
| November 2024 | $1,100 |
| December 2024 | $1,103 |
| January 2025 | $1,097 |
| February 2025 | $1,111 |
| March 2025 | $1,117 |
| April 2025 | $1,067 |
| May 2025 | $1,074 |
| June 2025 | $1,125 |
| July 2025 | $1,128 |
| August 2025 | $983 |
| September 2025 | $1,024 |
| October 2025 | $1,023 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 542 Gilham St #1?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 542 Gilham St #1
J. Hampton Moore School
6900 summerdale ave
philadelphia, PA, 19111
K-5Public
C
Kenderton Elementary School
1500 w ontario st
philadelphia, PA, 19140
K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Lawncrest | Philadelphia, PA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Philadelphia near 542 Gilham St #1
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 542 Gilham St #1, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
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 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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