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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • All utilities included
  • Washer and dryer in unit
  • Free shared wifi
  • Furnished bedrooms
  • Renovated bathroom

Location

516 S 42nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|Spruce Hill
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Management

Greenzang Properties

Leasing office

(215) 563-5880

Property Overview

The property at 516-524 South 42nd receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its excellent price-value balance with a notable price rating of 10. With impressive amenities and location ratings of 9 out of 10, residents will enjoy modern conveniences such as included utilities and in-unit laundry. Additionally, the area supports a vibrant lifestyle, with pet-friendly options, numerous parks, and various restaurants 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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 516-524 South 42nd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 516-524 South 42nd 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

  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$1,995 /mo1 unit availableRENT SPECIAL - September rent free! 3 bed 1 bath on the first floor for September move in! Only one block from Clark park! Walking distance to UPenn and St Joes Ucity. Trolley stop right out front of the apartment can take you to center city or Drexel. Apartment features renovated bathroom and Washer and dryer in unit! All utilities included with a $150 flat rate for the entire apartment. Free shared WiFi in building. Bedrooms can be furnished at no additional cost. To inquire or schedule a tour, please contact Melissa at **** For additional availability, please visit our website at Greenzang. com

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Amenities for 516-524 South 42nd

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Building details

Property details

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HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaSpruce Hill 516-524 South 42nd

RENT SPECIAL - September rent free! 3 bed 1 bath on the first floor for September move in! Only one block from Clark park! Walking distance to UPenn and St Joes Ucity. Trolley stop right out front of the apartment can take you to center city or Drexel. Apartment features renovated bathroom and Washer and dryer in unit! All utilities included with a $150 flat rate for the entire apartment. Free shared WiFi in building. Bedrooms can be furnished at no additional cost. To inquire or schedule a tour, please contact Melissa at **** For additional availability, please visit our website at Greenzang. com


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, 516-524 South 42nd is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 516-524 South 42nd 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 516-524 South 42nd
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.
516-524 South 42nd 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·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.
516-524 South 42nd goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 516-524 South 42nd 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.
516-524 South 42nd 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 516-524 South 42nd to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
516-524 South 42nd 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.

516-524 South 42nd is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 41 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 263 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 516-524 South 42nd compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Spruce Hill

3-bedroom apartments at 516-524 South 42nd cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Spruce Hill.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Spruce Hill
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,250
October 2023$1,228
November 2023$1,198
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Spruce Hill
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$948
October 2023$956
November 2023$988
December 2023$987
January 2024$992
February 2024$1,002
March 2024$1,004
April 2024$995
May 2024$1,025
June 2024$1,009
July 2024$1,021
August 2024$1,014
September 2024$1,015
October 2024$1,012
November 2024$1,038
December 2024$1,052
January 2025$1,047
February 2025$1,044
March 2025$1,020
April 2025$1,021
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$1,038
July 2025$1,044
August 2025$1,024
September 2025$1,019

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 516 S 42nd St?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$79,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,995.
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Schools near 516-524 South 42nd

Penn Alexander School

4209 spruce st

philadelphia, PA, 19104

K-8Public
A-

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
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Getting around Philadelphia near 516 S 42nd St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
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 516 S 42nd St, Philadelphia

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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