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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Large closets
  • Conveniently located
  • Spacious apartment homes
  • Fully-equipped kitchens
  • Spacious floorplans
  • Pet-friendly community

Location

210 W Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19126, USA|Oak Lane - East Oak Lane
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Management

Melrose Park Apts LLC

Leasing office

(856) 544-2725

Property Overview

Melrose Apartments earns a strong overall rating of 8.3 out of 10, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and everyday convenience. It also offers spacious apartment homes and floorplans, fully-equipped kitchens, large closets, and a pet-friendly community, while 37 photos help renters preview the property clearly.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Melrose Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Melrose Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

Partial Reno One Bedroom1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,175–$1,215 /mo3 units availableWelcome to Melrose Apartments, a comfortable community offering convenient living in a well-connected neighborhood. Our thoughtfully designed apartment homes feature bright living spaces, practical layouts, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for everyday living. Located close to shopping, dining, and major transportation routes, Melrose Apartments makes commuting and daily errands easy while providing a peaceful place to call home. Community Highlights: • Functional and spacious layouts • Professionally managed community • Convenient location • Close to shopping & dining • Easy access to major roadways Flexible Living Options: Ask about our deposit alternative through Obligo and flexible rent payment options through Flex. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more about living at Melrose Apartments!

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Amenities for Melrose Apartments

Tech

Stove/Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

On Call MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Melrose Apartments

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaOak Lane - East Oak Lane Melrose Apartments

Welcome to Melrose Apartments, a comfortable community offering convenient living in a well-connected neighborhood. Our thoughtfully designed apartment homes feature bright living spaces, practical layouts, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for everyday living. Located close to shopping, dining, and major transportation routes, Melrose Apartments makes commuting and daily errands easy while providing a peaceful place to call home. Community Highlights: • Functional and spacious layouts • Professionally managed community • Convenient location • Close to shopping & dining • Easy access to major roadways Flexible Living Options: Ask about our deposit alternative through Obligo and flexible rent payment options through Flex. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more about living at Melrose Apartments!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Melrose Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Melrose Apartments 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 Melrose Apartments
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.
Melrose Apartments 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·9A 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.
Melrose Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Melrose Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Melrose Apartments 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 Melrose Apartments 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.

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 Melrose Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

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Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Oak Lane - East Oak Lane

1-bedroom apartments at Melrose Apartments cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Oak Lane - East Oak Lane.

Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Oak Lane - East Oak Lane
Philadelphia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,550
August 2024$1,524
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$1,450
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oak Lane - East Oak Lane
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,048
August 2024$1,116
September 2024$1,160
October 2024$1,167
November 2024$1,171
December 2024$1,195
January 2025$1,189
February 2025$1,178
March 2025$1,176
April 2025$1,189
May 2025$1,147
June 2025$1,077
July 2025$1,133
August 2025$1,044
September 2025$1,144
October 2025$1,163
November 2025$1,126
December 2025$1,068
January 2026$1,042
February 2026$1,039
March 2026$1,135
April 2026$1,177
May 2026$1,195
June 2026$1,158
July 2026$1,156

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Melrose Apartments

Thomas K. Finletter School

6101 n front st

philadelphia, PA, 19120

PK, K-8Public
C

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 - Plaza Allegheny

432 w allegheny ave

philadelphia, PA, 19133

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Big Germantown

3149 germantown ave

philadelphia, PA, 19133

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Getting around Philadelphia near 210 W Cheltenham Ave

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
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

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

Points of interest for 210 W Cheltenham Ave, Philadelphia

Groceries

8/10
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

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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H Mart
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Spencer Mini Market
400 W Spencer Ave
New Life Grocery
5882 N 7th St
Home Market
6800 N Broad St

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