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Highlights

  • 24 hour emergency maintenance
  • Updated kitchens and bathrooms
  • Wood floors
  • Hardwood floors throughout

Location

505 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Spruce Hill
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Property Overview

505-07 South 42nd St stands out as a strong value, with an 8.8/10 overall rating, top marks for price, and high scores for amenities and location. It also offers 24-hour emergency maintenance, updated kitchens and bathrooms, and wood floors throughout, while its value-for-money and value-per-square-foot rankings further support its appeal.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 505-07 South 42nd St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 505-07 South 42nd St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath500 sqftVery spacious studio apartment available in September one block from Clark park! Hardwood floors throughout. Bay windows letting in tons of natural light. 2 large Closets in the living room along w/ non-working Fireplace mantle. Nice sized modern kitchen with garbage disposal, dishwasher and built-in microwave! Washer and dryer on the first floor. Very close to St Joes Ucity and UPenn. Public Transportation easily accessible. Greenzang Properties Residents receive: - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Online rent and maintenance portal To inquire about this apartment or if you would like to set up a showing please contact: Melissa at **** Please visit our website at Greenzang. com for additional availability.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqftRenovated one bedroom apartment available in June! Features hardwood flooring throughout, dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal. Large bedroom closet with built in shelves. Rear private deck off the bedroom. Very close to USciences and UPenn. Public Transportation easily accessible. Greenzang Properties Residents receive: *24 hour emergency maintenance *Online rent payment and maintenance portal To inquire about this apartment or if you would like to set up a showing please contact: Melissa at **** Also visit our website at Greenzang. com for additional availability.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath950 sqftNice sized two bedroom apartment available for a October move in with private outside space! Hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen includes dishwasher, built-in microwave, and garbage disposal! Through the wall heat/air conditioning units. Greenzang Properties Residents receive: - 24 hour emergency maintenance - Online rent payment and maintenance portal To inquire about this apartment or if you would like to set up a showing please contact: Melissa at ****

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Amenities for 505-07 South 42nd St

Building

In-Building LaundryOnsite Laundry
Water/Sewer

Services

Snow RemovalTrash Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 505-07 South 42nd St

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaSpruce Hill 505-07 South 42nd St

505-07 South 42nd is a quaint building centrally located in University City. Convenient walk to Penn and St Joseph's University, steps away from restaurants and night life. The property features studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments. Some apartments have balconies and in-unit w/d. All apartments have air conditioning, wood floors and updated kitchens and bathrooms.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 505-07 South 42nd St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 505-07 South 42nd St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 505-07 South 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, 505-07 South 42nd St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Spruce Hill. 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·9A 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.
505-07 South 42nd St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including in-building laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 505-07 South 42nd St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
505-07 South 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 505-07 South 42nd St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 505-07 South 42nd St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 117 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,197
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$1,198
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,041
December 2024$1,052
January 2025$1,047
February 2025$1,044
March 2025$1,020
April 2025$1,021
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$1,038
July 2025$1,044
August 2025$1,024
September 2025$1,027
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$1,034
December 2025$1,032
January 2026$1,068
February 2026$1,065
March 2026$1,045
April 2026$1,027
May 2026$1,050
June 2026$1,054
July 2026$1,069
August 2026$1,063
September 2026$1,022
October 2026$1,043

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Getting around Philadelphia near 505 S 42nd St

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

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 505 S 42nd St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
Wide 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

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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Grocery Outlet
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