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Highlights

  • Free street parking
  • Share bathroom
  • Central air cooling and heating
  • Living room
  • Free washer and dryer

Location

340 N 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|West Powelton
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Management

tian realty

Leasing office

(267) 225-1102

Property Overview

340 N 42nd St presents an appealing option for renters, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 7.8 out of 10, reflecting a favorable balance of price, amenities, and location. It offers valuable features including a balcony, walk-in closet, and central air, alongside an impressive location score of 9, ensuring easy access to schools and local attractions. Additionally, the property ranks in the 87.77 percentile for value, underlining its competitive pricing relative to other nearby options.

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

7.8
Very Good
340 N 42nd 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/0.5BA1 bed0.5 bath120 sqft$525 /mo1 unit availableOne furnished 1fl room 1F in a 7B4B house Rent $525 Utilities prepay $100 including electricity, gas, water, and WIFI, landlord may adjust the prepay amount based on the actual bills amount Share bathroom, kitchen and living room Central air cooling and heating Free washer and dryer on 2fl Free street parking available. Walking distance to Drexel University and UPenn

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HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaWest Powelton 340 N 42nd st

One furnished 1fl room 1F in a 7B4B house Rent $525 Utilities prepay $100 including electricity, gas, water, and WIFI, landlord may adjust the prepay amount based on the actual bills amount Share bathroom, kitchen and living room Central air cooling and heating Free washer and dryer on 2fl 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 Good
340 N 42nd 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.
How we rated 340 N 42nd st
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, 340 N 42nd 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, 340 N 42nd 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.
340 N 42nd 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 340 N 42nd 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.

340 N 42nd st is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 50 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 406 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

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 340 N 42nd st compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in West Powelton

1-bedroom apartments at 340 N 42nd st cost about 52% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West Powelton.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
West Powelton
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,195
December 2023$1,196
January 2024$1,200
February 2024$1,195
March 2024$1,162
April 2024$1,185
May 2024$1,200
June 2024$1,210
July 2024$1,204
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,191
October 2024$1,180
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
A table of studio rental data trends in West Powelton
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$888
December 2023$895
January 2024$887
February 2024$900
March 2024$905
April 2024$982
May 2024$975
June 2024$1,077
July 2024$1,103
August 2024$987
September 2024$909
October 2024$909
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

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$21,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $21,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $525.
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Schools near 340 N 42nd st

Alain Locke School

4550 haverford ave

philadelphia, PA, 19139

K-8Public
C-

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

West Powelton | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Philadelphia near 340 N 42nd 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

7/10
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 340 N 42nd St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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