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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Open layout
  • Prime location
  • Large closets
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Abundant storage

Location

137 N 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA|Center City East
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Management

Tower Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(844) 294-7576 ext. 8530

Property Overview

137 North 9th Street offers an open layout, spacious bedrooms, large closets, abundant storage, and stainless steel appliances in a prime location. With an expert rating of 7.7/10, strong scores for price (8/10), amenities (8/10), location (9/10), and trustworthiness (7/10), it delivers excellent value for money and a detailed, transparent listing. The area is especially strong for fitness and wellness as well as social life, with extensive gyms, sports facilities, healthy food options, cultural venues, theaters, restaurants, and event hubs nearby.

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

7.7
Very Good
137 North 9th Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

137 North 9th Street - 12 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,700 /moBeautifully renovated 3rd-floor 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Chinatown, featuring a huge living room and a bright, open layout, with modern hardwood flooring throughout. The modern kitchen includes a sleek island/breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and newer finishes throughout. Both bedrooms are spacious with large closets, and the updated bathroom offers clean, contemporary style. Enjoy abundant storage, and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. A perfect blend of space, upgrades, and prime location—close to dining, shopping, and transportation.

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Amenities for 137 North 9th Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

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Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 137 North 9th Street

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaCenter City East 137 North 9th Street

Beautifully renovated 3rd-floor 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Chinatown, featuring a huge living room and a bright, open layout, with modern hardwood flooring throughout. The modern kitchen includes a sleek island/breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and newer finishes throughout. Both bedrooms are spacious with large closets, and the updated bathroom offers clean, contemporary style. Enjoy abundant storage, and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. A perfect blend of space, upgrades, and prime location—close to dining, shopping, and transportation.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
137 North 9th Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 137 North 9th Street
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, 137 North 9th Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Center City East. 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 137 North 9th Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
137 North 9th 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 137 North 9th 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·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.
137 North 9th Street 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.

137 North 9th Street is great for:

Social life

  • 1335 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 401 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 252 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 153 local event hubs within 1 mile

Wellness

  • 24 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 74 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 196 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 57 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 137 North 9th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Center City East

2-bedroom apartments at 137 North 9th Street cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Center City East.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Center City East
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 Center City East
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,406
June 2024$1,305
July 2024$1,472
August 2024$1,387
September 2024$1,362
October 2024$1,372
November 2024$1,257
December 2024$1,203
January 2025$1,302
February 2025$1,454
March 2025$1,431
April 2025$1,195
May 2025$1,191
June 2025$1,218
July 2025$1,427
August 2025$1,452
September 2025$1,500
October 2025$1,420
November 2025$1,497
December 2025$1,265
January 2026$1,261
February 2026$1,299
March 2026$1,278
April 2026$1,209

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near 137 North 9th Street

Gen. George A. McCall School

325 s 7th st

philadelphia, PA, 19106

K-8Public
B+

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

Mosaic Early Learning - KCNA Center

525 clinton st

camden, NJ, 8103

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Center City East | 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 137 N 9th St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 137 N 9th 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

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

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

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

Explore the area around 137 N 9th St

Ding Ho Noodle Co
930 Arch St
Great Wall Seafood Market
102 N 10th St
Heng Fa Food Market Inc
130 N 10th St
GIANT Heirloom Market
801 Market St
Asia Supermarket
143 N 11th St

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