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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Keyless entry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Bike storage
  • Generous closet space
  • Large windows
  • Spacious living area

Location

4200 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Haverford North
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Management

Skale Real Estate

Leasing office

(267) 277-2035

Property Overview

Nova Commons offers strong value with an 8.1 Zumper expert rating, led by excellent marks for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness. Notable features include keyless entry, stainless steel appliances, bike storage, generous closet space, large windows, and a spacious living area, while value per square foot and proximity to a highly rated middle school add to its appeal.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Nova Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Nova Commons 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath416+ sqft$1,092–$1,096 /mo2 units availableWelcome to Nova Commons at 4200 Lancaster Avenue! Discover modern city living at its finest in this brand-new boutique building located along the rapidly growing Lancaster Avenue corridor in University City. Nova Commons offers 15 beautifully designed residential units, each thoughtfully crafted with style, comfort, and convenience in mind. Step inside and you’re immediately greeted by abundant natural light pouring through large windows into the open-concept kitchen and living area. The kitchen is a true highlight, featuring two-tone white and wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher), modern subway tile backsplash, and gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout. The spacious living area provides plenty of room for both relaxation and a home office setup, while the bedroom comfortably accommodates a queen-sized bed and includes generous closet space. The elegant bathroom is finished with white and gray marble tile in the tub/shower combo, creating a clean, modern aesthetic that ties the entire space together. Residents enjoy a variety of building amenities, including a secure mail and package room, bike storage, and keyless entry for added security and convenience. LEASING PROMOTION: Receive 2.5 months free when you sign a 14-month lease. Advertised rent reflects the concession prorated over the lease term.

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Amenities for Nova Commons

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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units15

About Nova Commons

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaHaverford North Nova Commons

Welcome to Nova Commons at 4200 Lancaster Avenue! Discover modern city living at its finest in this brand-new boutique building located along the rapidly growing Lancaster Avenue corridor in University City. Nova Commons offers 15 beautifully designed residential units, each thoughtfully crafted with style, comfort, and convenience in mind. Step inside and you’re immediately greeted by abundant natural light pouring through large windows into the open-concept kitchen and living area. The kitchen is a true highlight, featuring two-tone white and wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher), modern subway tile backsplash, and gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout. The spacious living area provides plenty of room for both relaxation and a home office setup, while the bedroom comfortably accommodates a queen-sized bed and includes generous closet space. The elegant bathroom is finished with white and gray marble tile in the tub/shower combo, creating a clean, modern aesthetic that ties the entire space together. Residents enjoy a variety of building amenities, including a secure mail and package room, bike storage, and keyless entry for added security and convenience. LEASING PROMOTION: Receive 2.5 months free when you sign a 14-month lease. Advertised rent reflects the concession prorated over the lease term.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Nova Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Nova Commons 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 Nova Commons
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.
Nova Commons 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Nova Commons is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Nova Commons 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·6A 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 Nova Commons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Nova Commons is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 44 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 Nova Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
More space
Studio is 67 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Haverford North

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Haverford North
Philadelphia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
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
June 2026$1,473
July 2026$1,454
August 2026$1,454
September 2026$1,450
October 2026$1,446
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Haverford North
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,195
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,154
April 2025$1,546
May 2025$1,300
June 2025$1,450
August 2025$1,371
September 2025$1,311
October 2025$1,327
November 2025$1,314
December 2025$1,298
January 2026$1,316
February 2026$1,328
March 2026$1,325
April 2026$1,307
May 2026$1,279
June 2026$1,279
July 2026$1,303
August 2026$1,281
September 2026$1,264
October 2026$1,250

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$43,680/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,680 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,092.
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Schools near Nova Commons

Martha Washington School

766 n 44th st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-8Public
C-

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

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

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 4200 Lancaster Ave

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

6/10
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 4200 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide 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 10-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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