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Highlights

  • Central air and heat
  • Washer dryer in the unit
  • New bathroom and kitchen
  • Fully renovated in 2022

Location

1535 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA|Fairmount - Art Museum
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Management

Maximus Property Management

Leasing office

(267) 444-6999

Property Overview

1535 W Poplar St. presents a highly rated option for renters, with an overall Zumper rating of 8.3, driven by its strong scores in amenities (9/10) and location (9/10). The property is positioned competitively, reflecting a price rating of 8/10, and stands out for its notable features, including central air, a fully renovated kitchen and bathroom, and included utilities. Furthermore, it is ideal for remote work, offering multiple internet options and nearby office supply stores, while maintaining trustworthiness with an 8/10 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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1535 W Poplar St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1535 W Poplar St. 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

  • Less expensive
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Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath625 sqft$1,050–$1,295 /mo3 units availableFully renovated in 2022 and just had a fresh coat of paint June 2023. Super stylish, bright, airy, cool 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with central air and heat, washer dryer in the unit, high end insulated flooring, new bathroom and kitchen. 2 blocks from The Met, Girard St. subway station and public transportation. 1 block away some say the best coffee in Philadelphia at Vineyard Cafe. Fresh Grocer Supermarket (4 blocks away) Aldi (4 blocks away) Whole Foods (1 mile away) and coming soon Lidl (3 blocks away) The unit also runs on the 16th St bus line and it literally drops you off on the corner. 1.25 miles to city hall, 1 mile to Northern Liberties, and 5 blocks to all of the cool outdoor cafes on Fairmount St. The unit is all electric and faces the rear of the building to the backyard which makes it considerably quiet compared to the units on Poplar.

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Amenities for 1535 W Poplar St.

Apartment Amenities

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Water

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Internet

Building

Sewer
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About 1535 W Poplar St.

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaFairmount - Art Museum 1535 W Poplar St.

Fully renovated in 2022 and just had a fresh coat of paint June 2023. Super stylish, bright, airy, cool 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with central air and heat, washer dryer in the unit, high end insulated flooring, new bathroom and kitchen. 2 blocks from The Met, Girard St. subway station and public transportation. 1 block away some say the best coffee in Philadelphia at Vineyard Cafe. Fresh Grocer Supermarket (4 blocks away) Aldi (4 blocks away) Whole Foods (1 mile away) and coming soon Lidl (3 blocks away) The unit also runs on the 16th St bus line and it literally drops you off on the corner. 1.25 miles to city hall, 1 mile to Northern Liberties, and 5 blocks to all of the cool outdoor cafes on Fairmount St. The unit is all electric and faces the rear of the building to the backyard which makes it considerably quiet compared to the units on Poplar.


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, 1535 W Poplar St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1535 W Poplar St. 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 1535 W Poplar St.
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, 1535 W Poplar St. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Fairmount - Art Museum. 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·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.
1535 W Poplar St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1535 W Poplar St. 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.
1535 W Poplar St. 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1535 W Poplar St. to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

1535 W Poplar St. is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 2 internet service provider options 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 1535 W Poplar St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Fairmount - Art Museum

1-bedroom apartments at 1535 W Poplar St. cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fairmount - Art Museum.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Fairmount - Art Museum
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,195
December 2023$1,196
January 2024$1,200
February 2024$1,195
March 2024$1,162
April 2024$1,185
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$1,169
A table of studio rental data trends in Fairmount - Art Museum
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,442
December 2023$1,444
January 2024$1,406
February 2024$1,309
March 2024$1,329
April 2024$1,308
May 2024$1,338
June 2024$1,391
July 2024$1,350
August 2024$1,320
September 2024$1,300
October 2024$1,287
November 2024$1,254
December 2024$1,287
January 2025$1,348
February 2025$1,359
March 2025$1,349
April 2025$1,300
May 2025$1,287
June 2025$1,237
July 2025$1,268
August 2025$1,269
September 2025$1,212
October 2025$1,198
November 2025$1,200

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 1535 W Poplar St.

Gen. George C. Meade School

1600 n 18th st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PK, K-8Public
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Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

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Neighborhood

Fairmount - Art Museum | 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 1535 Poplar 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

6/10
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 1535 Poplar St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

8/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
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

8/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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