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Apartments in PhiladelphiaEastwick - Southwest Philadelphia 7242 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142, USA
Apartments in PhiladelphiaEastwick - Southwest Philadelphia 7242 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142, USA
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This listing is 21% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Eastwick - Southwest Philadelphia.
Property Status: Active 3 bedroom one bathroom apartment on the 2nd floor. $1,250 a month plus $50 water bill each month. Tenant must make 3x's the rent or more income ($3,750). Good credit and steady employment and/or steady income. Must see Office Phone: (215) 365-6030 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 7242 Elmwood Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 832 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- 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 grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Eastwick - Southwest Philadelphia |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19142 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Eastwick - Southwest Philadelphia
3-bedroom apartments at 7242 Elmwood Ave cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Eastwick - Southwest Philadelphia
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,960 |
| June 2024 | $1,998 |
| July 2024 | $1,950 |
| August 2024 | $1,963 |
| September 2024 | $1,924 |
| October 2024 | $1,900 |
| November 2024 | $1,897 |
| December 2024 | $1,900 |
| January 2025 | $1,900 |
| February 2025 | $1,900 |
| March 2025 | $1,920 |
| April 2025 | $1,987 |
| May 2025 | $2,000 |
| June 2025 | $2,000 |
| July 2025 | $1,993 |
| August 2025 | $1,991 |
| September 2025 | $1,934 |
| October 2025 | $1,888 |
| November 2025 | $1,850 |
| December 2025 | $1,843 |
| January 2026 | $1,845 |
| February 2026 | $1,878 |
| March 2026 | $1,891 |
| April 2026 | $1,900 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,479 |
| June 2024 | $1,467 |
| July 2024 | $1,440 |
| August 2024 | $1,440 |
| September 2024 | $1,394 |
| October 2024 | $1,522 |
| November 2024 | $1,468 |
| December 2024 | $1,474 |
| January 2025 | $1,568 |
| February 2025 | $1,450 |
| March 2025 | $1,400 |
| April 2025 | $1,550 |
| May 2025 | $1,670 |
| June 2025 | $1,600 |
| July 2025 | $1,790 |
| August 2025 | $1,753 |
| September 2025 | $1,625 |
| October 2025 | $1,584 |
| November 2025 | $1,507 |
| December 2025 | $1,495 |
| January 2026 | $1,492 |
| February 2026 | $1,500 |
| March 2026 | $1,500 |
| April 2026 | $1,557 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,300 |
Schools near 7242 Elmwood Ave
John M. Patterson School
7000 buist ave
philadelphia, PA, 19142
PK, K-4Public
C-
National Park Elementary School
516 lakehurst ave
national park, NJ, 8063
PK, K-6Public
C
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
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 - St. Elizabeth's Center 3
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 7242 Elmwood Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 7242 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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