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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Generous closet space
- Stainless appliances
- Private laundry
- Open concept kitchen
- Retro tile surround
Location
5916 Houghton St #2, Philadelphia, PA 19128, USA|Roxborough
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Amenities for 5916 Houghton St #2, Roxborough
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Other
| Exterior Type: Masonry | Hot Water Heating |
| Wall Units |
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About 5916 Houghton St #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Roxborough.
Property Status: Active Available for quick move in, Roxborough one bedroom apartment with private garage parking option. The unit is located on the second floor of the building. Updated open concept kitchen with peninsula, stainless appliances and good cabinet space. The light filled living area and bedroom have hardwood floors and generous closet space. The 3 piece bathroom has a shower/tub and retro tile surround. The building has two total units with private laundry for each unit in the basement, plus extra locking storage. Cat friendly building and no added pet fees! There is also a shared rear yard area. Tenants pay gas and electric. First, last and one month security due at lease signing. Strong credit and verifiable income is a must. Reach out for the video tour, showings and applications. 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 5916 Houghton St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Roxborough |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19128 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Roxborough
1-bedroom apartments at 5916 Houghton St #2 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Roxborough
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,487 |
| November 2025 | $1,465 |
| December 2025 | $1,484 |
| January 2026 | $1,439 |
| February 2026 | $1,430 |
| March 2026 | $1,450 |
| April 2026 | $1,450 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,444 |
| June 2024 | $1,496 |
| July 2024 | $1,499 |
| August 2024 | $1,443 |
| September 2024 | $1,498 |
| October 2024 | $1,498 |
| November 2024 | $1,492 |
| December 2024 | $1,493 |
| January 2025 | $1,484 |
| February 2025 | $1,470 |
| March 2025 | $1,444 |
| April 2025 | $1,449 |
| May 2025 | $1,479 |
| June 2025 | $1,442 |
| July 2025 | $1,434 |
| August 2025 | $1,439 |
| September 2025 | $1,419 |
| October 2025 | $1,459 |
| November 2025 | $1,510 |
| December 2025 | $1,505 |
| January 2026 | $1,433 |
| February 2026 | $1,423 |
| March 2026 | $1,432 |
| April 2026 | $1,459 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 5916 Houghton St #2
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 - Big Germantown
3149 germantown ave
philadelphia, PA, 19133
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Roxborough | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 5916 Houghton St #2
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5916 Houghton St #2, Philadelphia
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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