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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Granite countertops
  • Washer/dryer
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • 2 private entrances from street

Location

1229 W Porter St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA|South Philadelphia East
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Property Overview

1229 West Porter offers excellent value with a high overall expert rating, standout price score, strong amenities, and a convenient location near top-rated schools. Residents can enjoy features like a dishwasher, refrigerator, granite countertops, in-unit washer/dryer, beautiful hardwood floors, and two private street entrances. The walkable, transit-friendly neighborhood with many nearby parks and an active, diverse community further enhances its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath700 sqftNewly renovated 2 bedroom and 2 full bath apartment in South Philly area. Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Granite Countertops with 2 private entrances from street, One entrance directly into small 2nd bedroom, bathroom area that would be great for Home Office or Roommates Unit includes Central Air, Refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and washer/Dryer!

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Rent trends in South Philadelphia East

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
South Philadelphia East
Philadelphia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,518
September 2024$1,501
October 2024$1,505
November 2024$1,529
December 2024$1,534
January 2025$1,528
February 2025$1,532
March 2025$1,521
April 2025$1,504
May 2025$1,531
June 2025$1,535
July 2025$1,512
August 2025$1,495
September 2025$1,496
October 2025$1,487
November 2025$1,465
December 2025$1,484
January 2026$1,439
February 2026$1,430
March 2026$1,450
April 2026$1,452
May 2026$1,492
June 2026$1,473
July 2026$1,454
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Philadelphia East
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,250
September 2024$1,356
October 2024$1,418
November 2024$1,340
December 2024$1,300
January 2025$1,400
February 2025$1,295
March 2025$1,337
April 2025$1,293
May 2025$1,300
June 2025$1,354
July 2025$1,338
August 2025$1,257
September 2025$1,250
October 2025$1,242
November 2025$1,308
December 2025$1,381
January 2026$1,475
February 2026$1,404
March 2026$1,287
April 2026$1,512
May 2026$1,795
June 2026$1,658
July 2026$1,600

Schools near 1229 West Porter

Abraham Stockton Jenks School

2501 s 13th st

philadelphia, PA, 19148

K-5Public
B

South Philadelphia High School

2101 s broad st

philadelphia, PA, 19148

PK, 9-12Public
C

D. Newlin Fell School

900 w oregon ave

philadelphia, PA, 19148

K-8Public
C+

KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy

525 clinton st

camden, NJ, 8103

K-11Public
C

Mosaic Early Learning - KCNA Center

525 clinton st

camden, NJ, 8103

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

South Philadelphia East | Philadelphia, PA

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

Getting around Philadelphia near 1229 W Porter St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
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 1229 W Porter St, Philadelphia

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several 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

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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