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Highlights

  • Fitness center
  • Resident lounge
  • Walk-in closet
  • Rooftop deck
  • Premium amenities
  • Storage space

Location

5521 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USA|Germantown
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Management

Two River LLC

Leasing office

(267) 553-5030

Property Overview

5521 Wayne Ave delivers an impressive overall rating of 8.4 from Zumper, indicating it’s a strong choice for renters. The property features exceptional amenities such as a fitness center, resident lounge, and rooftop deck, highlighted by a perfect amenities score of 10. Its prime location, just 0.1 miles from a top-rated middle school, combined with a competitive pricing score of 9, further enhances its appeal, making it a noteworthy option for prospective tenants.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5521 Wayne Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5521 Wayne Ave 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath402 sqft$1,488 /mo1 unit available— Accepting ALL PHA voucher holders — Modern Living in Germantown, Philadelphia. Experience luxury at The Grove, a six-story, 50-unit community at 5521 Wayne Avenue. Located near Chelten Ave SEPTA Station, Germantown Ave, and I-76, it offers easy access to Center City and local amenities, including grocery stores and the scenic Wissahickon Valley Park. Enjoy premium amenities like a fitness center, rooftop deck, resident lounge and much more at The Grove! A crafted studio apartment that makes the most of every inch. It features a fully upgraded kitchen, a luxurious bathroom, and two spacious closets to meet all your storage needs.

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Amenities for 5521 Wayne Ave

Apartment Amenities

Tenant Pays Electric

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/OvenWasher and Dryer

Building

Onsite Laundry

Services

Owner Pays Water
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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About 5521 Wayne Ave

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaGermantown 5521 Wayne Ave

— Accepting ALL PHA voucher holders — Modern Living in Germantown, Philadelphia. Experience luxury at The Grove, a six-story, 50-unit community at 5521 Wayne Avenue. Located near Chelten Ave SEPTA Station, Germantown Ave, and I-76, it offers easy access to Center City and local amenities, including grocery stores and the scenic Wissahickon Valley Park. Enjoy premium amenities like a fitness center, rooftop deck, resident lounge and much more at The Grove! A crafted studio apartment that makes the most of every inch. It features a fully upgraded kitchen, a luxurious bathroom, and two spacious closets to meet all your storage needs.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 5521 Wayne Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5521 Wayne Ave 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 5521 Wayne Ave
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.
5521 Wayne Ave 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·10A 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.
5521 Wayne Ave stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5521 Wayne Ave 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 5521 Wayne Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
5521 Wayne Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 5521 Wayne Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
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Rent trends in Germantown

studio apartments at 5521 Wayne Ave cost about 35% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Germantown.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Germantown
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
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
November 2025$1,153
December 2025$1,149
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,197
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,176
A table of studio rental data trends in Germantown
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,091
June 2024$1,191
July 2024$1,229
August 2024$1,115
September 2024$1,024
October 2024$1,062
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,074
January 2025$1,017
February 2025$993
March 2025$995
April 2025$1,150
May 2025$1,142
June 2025$1,104
July 2025$1,000
August 2025$995
September 2025$998
October 2025$996
November 2025$970
December 2025$987
January 2026$1,000
February 2026$1,060
March 2026$1,093
April 2026$1,099

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,520/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,520 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,488.
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Schools near 5521 Wayne Ave

John B. Kelly School

5116 pulaski ave

philadelphia, PA, 19144

K-5Public
C-

Academy for Early Learning

va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave

philadelphia, PA, 19144

PKPublic

Roosevelt Theodore Middle School

430 e washington ln

philadelphia, PA, 19144

K-8Public
C-

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
C-

Acelero Learning - Big Germantown

3149 germantown ave

philadelphia, PA, 19133

PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 5521 Wayne Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 5521 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 5521 Wayne Ave

Chelton Market
176 W Chelten Ave
Park Manor Deli
240 W Chelten Ave
T & J Family Grocery Inc
301 W Coulter St
Save-A-Lot
5834 Pulaski Ave
Brother Halal Meat Market
5621 Germantown Ave

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