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Highlights
- Central air cooling and heating
- Free street parking available
Location
425 N Preston St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|West Powelton
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Property Overview
425 N Preston St offers central air cooling and heating, plus free street parking, with an overall Zumper expert rating of 7.8 out of 10. Its strong location, amenities, price value, and trustworthiness ratings point to a well-rounded rental with solid convenience and good overall value. The nearest public transport is 4.42 miles away.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,300 /mo | 1 unit available | 2B1B 1st floor unit Rent $1,300 Tenants pay electricity and gas, $25 water fee per person and $12.5 WIFI per person. Bathroom, kitchen and living room Central air cooling and heating Free washer and dryer at basement Free street parking available. Walking distance to Drexel University and UPenn |
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About 425 N Preston St
2B1B 1st floor unit Rent $1,300 Tenants pay electricity and gas, $25 water fee per person and $12.5 WIFI per person. Bathroom, kitchen and living room Central air cooling and heating Free washer and dryer at basement Free street parking available. Walking distance to Drexel University and UPenn
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.
7.8
/10
Very Good425 N Preston St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 425 N Preston St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in West Powelton. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 425 N Preston St 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.
425 N Preston St 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 425 N Preston St 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.
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 425 N Preston St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
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Rent trends in West Powelton
2-bedroom apartments at 425 N Preston St cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Powelton.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
West Powelton
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,196 |
| December 2024 | $1,199 |
| January 2025 | $1,206 |
| February 2025 | $1,208 |
| March 2025 | $1,209 |
| April 2025 | $1,194 |
| May 2025 | $1,222 |
| June 2025 | $1,225 |
| July 2025 | $1,227 |
| August 2025 | $1,198 |
| September 2025 | $1,195 |
| October 2025 | $1,193 |
| November 2025 | $1,153 |
| December 2025 | $1,149 |
| January 2026 | $1,189 |
| February 2026 | $1,197 |
| March 2026 | $1,197 |
| April 2026 | $1,176 |
| May 2026 | $1,195 |
| June 2026 | $1,196 |
| July 2026 | $1,198 |
| August 2026 | $1,225 |
| September 2026 | $1,221 |
| October 2026 | $1,200 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $907 |
| December 2024 | $922 |
| January 2025 | $925 |
| February 2025 | $1,162 |
| March 2025 | $955 |
| April 2025 | $906 |
| May 2025 | $980 |
| June 2025 | $1,019 |
| July 2025 | $995 |
| August 2025 | $905 |
| September 2025 | $1,162 |
| October 2025 | $1,113 |
| November 2025 | $1,121 |
| December 2025 | $1,152 |
| January 2026 | $1,189 |
| February 2026 | $1,196 |
| March 2026 | $1,077 |
| April 2026 | $1,100 |
| May 2026 | $977 |
| June 2026 | $931 |
| July 2026 | $897 |
| August 2026 | $880 |
| September 2026 | $894 |
| October 2026 | $892 |
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Can I afford to live at 425 N Preston St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$52,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near 425 N Preston St
Alain Locke School
4550 haverford ave
philadelphia, PA, 19139
K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
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 2
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
PKPublic
Getting around Philadelphia near 425 N Preston St
Walking
10/10
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
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 425 N Preston St, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
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
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 425 N Preston St
Mocha Food Market LLC
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Mini Market
4049 Market St
Super Dali Real
4098 Lancaster Ave
Hyun'ss Food Market
4132 Lancaster Ave
Grocery Outlet
4301 Chestnut St
DTLR
4034 Lancaster Ave
Rainbow
4090 Lancaster Ave
Natural Shoe Store Inc
226 S 40th St
Smoking Blossoms Consignment
4113 Parrish St
Cmi Systems
3601 Market St
Fresh Donuts
3914 Lancaster Ave
Dunkin'
4301 Market St
Dunkin'
125 S 40th St
Green Line Cafe
3649 Lancaster Ave
Starbucks
3401 Walnut St
Gold Coast Lounge
4043 Lancaster Ave
Celebrity Vapor Lounge LLC
4018 Market St
Santucci's Pizza & Social Bar
3700 Lancaster Ave Retail Space
Drinker's West
3900 Chestnut St
The Blarney Stone
3929 Sansom St
Fresh Produce
4209 Market St
Metropolitan Bakery
4013 Walnut St
Paris Baguette
3816 Chestnut St
International Foods
4203 Walnut St
Makkah Market
4249 Walnut St
Playground
Sloan Street Community Garden
Saunders Park
Brightside Academy
Vidas Athletic Complex - Drexel University
Mocha Food Market LLC
401 N 40th St
Good Food Flats
4030 Baring St
Fresh Donuts
3914 Lancaster Ave
Quality Taste
4002 Lancaster Ave
Bart's Bagels
3945 Lancaster Ave
40th St / Baring St
Subway-Surface Trolleys
40th St / Baring St
2nd-Lombard to Conshohocken-Monumnt, Gray 30th St Station to 69th St TC
40th St / Spring Garden St
Subway-Surface Trolleys
40th St / Spring Garden St
2nd-Lombard to Conshohocken-Monumnt, Gray 30th St Station to 69th St TC
41st St / Spring Garden Av
2nd-Lombard to Conshohocken-Monumnt, Gray 30th St Station to 69th St TC
Penn Medicine Station
Airport Line, Media / Wawa Line, Wilmington / Newark Line, Manayunk / Norristown Line, Lansdale / Doylestown Line
30th St. Phl.
Atlantic City Line
Gray 30th St Station
Airport Line, Paoli / Thorndale Line, Media / Wawa Line, Trenton Line, Wilmington / Newark Line, Chestnut Hill West Line, Manayunk / Norristown Line, Cynwyd Line, West Trenton Line, Lansdale / Doylestown Line, Warminster Line, Chestnut Hill East Line, Fox Chase Line
Philadelphia
Northeast Regional, Acela, Keystone Service, Carolinian, Crescent, Palmetto, Pennsylvanian, Silver Meteor, Vermonter, Cardinal
49th St
Media / Wawa Line
40th St
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40th St
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46th St
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