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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Off-street parking
  • In-unit laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Bike storage
  • Washer, dryer

Location

492 Roxborough Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128, USA|Manayunk
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Management

Elfant Pontz Properties

Leasing office

(215) 844-1200

Property Overview

492 Roxborough offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, highlighted by a 9/10 price score and 10/10 amenities score. Renters benefit from in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, off-street parking, and bike storage, along with excellent nearby conveniences and a high value-per-square-foot ranking. The location rates 9/10 for access to key destinations, including a nearby top-rated middle school, and is particularly attractive for pet owners given the abundance of pet services and dog parks.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 492 Roxborough is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 492 Roxborough 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
  • More space
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath556+ sqft$1,475–$1,600 /mo2 units availableWelcome to 492 Roxborough – 408 (1BD), a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located in Philadelphia, PA. This apartment offers: ~ A one-bedroom layout with good natural lighting. ~ A kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances including a refrigerator, range, microwave, and dishwasher. ~ Private laundry in-unit and central air. Amenities include: ~ Elevator access. ~ FREE Covered Off-street parking. ~ Bike storage. This location provides: ~ Close proximity to parks. ~ Easy access to public transportation.

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Amenities for 492 Roxborough

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
Water

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Dogs OKElevator
Laundry CenterNew Construction
Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingStorage

Neighborhood

Close to ParkClose to Public Transportation
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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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 492 Roxborough

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaManayunk 492 Roxborough

492 Roxborough Avenue is a large multi-structure property located at the corner of Ridge Avenue and Roxborough Avenue. Originally constructed in 1909, the property has been adapted over time to support a mix of residential and alternative uses. The property includes multiple buildings with significant square footage, off-street parking, and additional land area. Its layout and scale provide flexibility for residential living and other permitted uses. Located along a well-traveled corridor in Roxborough, the property offers access to nearby retail, public transportation, and surrounding neighborhood amenities.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 492 Roxborough is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 492 Roxborough 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 492 Roxborough
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.
492 Roxborough 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.
492 Roxborough 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—pets allowed—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.
492 Roxborough 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 492 Roxborough 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.

492 Roxborough is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 18 pet supply stores near the property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 492 Roxborough compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 156 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
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

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Rent trends in Manayunk

1-bedroom apartments at 492 Roxborough cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Manayunk.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Manayunk
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
May 2026$1,195
A table of studio rental data trends in Manayunk
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,173
June 2024$1,177
July 2024$1,156
August 2024$1,208
September 2024$1,130
October 2024$1,106
November 2024$1,199
December 2024$1,248
January 2025$1,250
February 2025$1,175
March 2025$1,225
April 2025$1,315
May 2025$1,194
June 2025$1,215
July 2025$1,237
August 2025$1,300
October 2025$1,250
November 2025$1,072
January 2026$1,149
February 2026$1,149
March 2026$1,250
April 2026$1,275
May 2026$1,225

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,475.
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Schools near 492 Roxborough

James Dobson School

4667 umbria st

philadelphia, PA, 19127

K-8Public
B-

Academy for Early Learning

va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave

philadelphia, PA, 19144

PKPublic

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
C-

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 492 Roxborough Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 492 Roxborough Ave, Philadelphia

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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