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Highlights

  • Keyless entry
  • Hardwood floors
  • Quartz countertops
  • Modern kitchen
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Urban living

Location

1520 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19146, USA|Graduate Hospital
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Management

Leebco Properties LLC

Leasing office

(215) 253-3929

Property Overview

1520 Catharine Street offers modern urban living with features like keyless entry, hardwood floors, a sleek modern kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, and on-site HVAC systems. With an expert rating of 8.8/10, perfect scores for price and amenities, and a 9/10 location score, it delivers strong value and convenience near highly rated schools. The surrounding area supports a vibrant lifestyle, with abundant restaurants, cultural venues, parks, gyms, grocery stores, and wellness centers, while the property’s detailed listing contributes to its solid trustworthiness rating.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1520 Catharine Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1520 Catharine Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath850 sqft$1,900 /mo1 unit availableDiscover 1520 Catharine Street in Philadelphia — a modern two-bedroom, two-bath apartment featuring hardwood floors and in-unit HVAC for year-round comfort. The fully equipped kitchen showcases quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, while keyless entry and secure controlled access provide added convenience and peace of mind. Additional highlights include air conditioning and an in-unit washer and dryer. Well-suited for those seeking updated finishes and practical amenities in a centrally located Philadelphia residence.

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Amenities for 1520 Catharine Street

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningFreezer
Fully Equipped KitchenHardwood Floor
Quartz Countertops

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Keyless Entry

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Controlled Access
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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 1520 Catharine Street

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaGraduate Hospital 1520 Catharine Street

Discover 1520 Catharine Street in Philadelphia — a modern two-bedroom, two-bath apartment featuring hardwood floors and in-unit HVAC for year-round comfort. The fully equipped kitchen showcases quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, while keyless entry and secure controlled access provide added convenience and peace of mind. Additional highlights include air conditioning and an in-unit washer and dryer. Well-suited for those seeking updated finishes and practical amenities in a centrally located Philadelphia residence.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1520 Catharine Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1520 Catharine Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1520 Catharine Street
Price·10A 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.
1520 Catharine Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
1520 Catharine Street 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.
1520 Catharine Street 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 1520 Catharine Street 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.

1520 Catharine Street is great for:

Social life

  • 1226 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1336 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Area has 154 parks and recreation options
  • 281 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • There are 107 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 188 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 53 health/wellness centers nearby

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 1520 Catharine Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Graduate Hospital

2-bedroom apartments at 1520 Catharine Street cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Graduate Hospital.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Graduate Hospital
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 Graduate Hospital
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,350
June 2024$1,274
July 2024$1,269
August 2024$1,090
September 2024$1,031
October 2024$1,022
November 2024$1,184
December 2024$1,099
January 2025$1,142
February 2025$1,153
March 2025$1,284
April 2025$1,266
May 2025$1,305
June 2025$1,278
July 2025$1,211
August 2025$1,179
September 2025$1,176
October 2025$1,182
November 2025$1,121
December 2025$1,121
January 2026$1,180
February 2026$1,208
March 2026$1,164
April 2026$1,198

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Schools near 1520 Catharine Street

Edwin M. Stanton School

1700 christian st

philadelphia, PA, 19146

PK, K-8Public
C

South Philadelphia High School

2101 s broad st

philadelphia, PA, 19148

PK, 9-12Public
C

Acelero Learning - Marshall Street Center

949 north marshall st

philadelphia, PA, 19123

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center

900 w jefferson st

philadelphia, PA, 19122

PKPublic

KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy

525 clinton st

camden, NJ, 8103

K-11Public
C
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Neighborhood

Graduate Hospital | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Philadelphia near 1520 Catharine 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

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1520 Catharine St, Philadelphia

Groceries

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

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

9/10
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

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

Parks

8/10
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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