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1523 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA|North Philadelphia West
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Property Overview
1523 West Girard Avenue earns a strong Zumper rating overall, with especially high marks for location, quality, amenities, and value. It stands out for its competitive pricing relative to what it offers, plus proximity to a top-rated high school and an excellent value-for-money ranking in the area.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 1523 West Girard Avenue - 1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,095 /mo |
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About 1523 West Girard Avenue
1523 West Girard Avenue cost $1,095 per month. Located at 1523 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA, 1523 West Girard Avenue has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Philadelphia, renting an apartment at 1523 West Girard Avenue is 23% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Philadelphia include but are not limited to: 6144 Germantown Ave, 532 Rodman St, 265 W Mount Pleasant Ave
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1523 West Girard Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1523 West Girard Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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, 1523 West Girard Avenue is a great option for renters looking for apartments in North Philadelphia West. 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, 1523 West Girard Avenue 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.
1523 West Girard Avenue 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·9A 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.
1523 West Girard Avenue has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
1523 West Girard Avenue 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.
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 1523 West Girard Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in North Philadelphia West
1-bedroom apartments at 1523 West Girard Avenue cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Philadelphia West.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
North Philadelphia West
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,197 |
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,195 |
| June 2026 | $1,196 |
| July 2026 | $1,198 |
| August 2026 | $1,225 |
| September 2026 | $1,221 |
| October 2026 | $1,198 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $897 |
| December 2024 | $1,139 |
| January 2025 | $1,145 |
| February 2025 | $1,156 |
| March 2025 | $1,005 |
| April 2025 | $1,084 |
| May 2025 | $1,187 |
| June 2025 | $1,236 |
| July 2025 | $1,161 |
| August 2025 | $978 |
| September 2025 | $1,040 |
| October 2025 | $1,132 |
| November 2025 | $1,158 |
| December 2025 | $1,118 |
| January 2026 | $1,107 |
| February 2026 | $1,085 |
| March 2026 | $1,192 |
| April 2026 | $1,160 |
| May 2026 | $1,189 |
| June 2026 | $1,240 |
| July 2026 | $1,259 |
| August 2026 | $1,200 |
| September 2026 | $1,247 |
| October 2026 | $1,131 |
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Can I afford to live at 1523 W Girard Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,095.
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Schools near 1523 West Girard Avenue
Gen. George C. Meade School
1600 n 18th st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PK, K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Marshall Street Center
949 north marshall st
philadelphia, PA, 19123
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Neighborhood
North Philadelphia West | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 1523 W Girard Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
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 1523 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide 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
10/10
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
Explore the area around 1523 W Girard Ave
Max Food Market
1432 W Master St
El Skinny Grocery
830 N 12th St
ALDI
1300 Fairmount Ave
V & S Supermarketmarket Inc
901 N 11th St
The Fresh Grocer
1501 N Broad St
City Blue Inc
925 N Broad St
PNK Elephant
828 N Broad St
DTLR
1231 N Broad St
Snipes
1100 W Girard Ave
Modest
1309 N 19th St
Vineyards Cafe
847 N 16th St
Dunkin'
839 N Broad St
Bold Coffee Bar LLC
1623 Ridge Ave
Coffee Cream & Dreams
1500 Fairmount Ave
Dunkin'
917 W Girard Ave
Lorraine
1502 Brown St
Santucci's Original Square Pizza
655 N Broad St
Qdoba Mexican Eats
1600 N Broad St
Lage Corp
1527 Cecil B Moore Ave
Pub Webb
1527 Cecil B Moore Ave
Yellow Front Market
1700 Ridge Ave
Lucky Restaurant
810 W Girard Ave
Kimchi House @ Koreana
1543 Spring Garden St
Strictly Seafood
1707 Cecil B Moore Ave
3 Espigas Bakery & Grocery LLC LL
1009 Spring Garden St
13th & Poplar Street Square
Temple University Sports Complex Fields
Ingersoll Park
Park
Playground
Sushi Ya
1418 W Girard Ave
KFC
1200 N Broad St
Crown Fried Chicken
933 N Broad St
All Season Deli
1216 N Broad St
Common Civic
1600 W Girard Ave
Broad St / Poplar St
City Hall to Cheltenham-Ogontz, Broad-Pattison to Fern Rock TC
Girard Av / Broad St
63rd-Girard to Richmond-Westmorelnd
Broad St / Girard Av
City Hall to Cheltenham-Ogontz, Broad-Pattison to Fern Rock TC, Broad Street Line Owl Bus
Broad St / Girard Av
City Hall to Cheltenham-Ogontz, Broad-Pattison to Fern Rock TC, Broad Street Line Owl Bus
Girard Av / Broad St
63rd-Girard to Richmond-Westmorelnd
Temple University
Lansdale / Doylestown Line, Manayunk / Norristown Line, Warminster Line, West Trenton Line, Chestnut Hill East Line, Fox Chase Line, Trenton Line, Paoli / Thorndale Line, Wilmington / Newark Line, Media / Wawa Line, Airport Line, Chestnut Hill West Line
Suburban Station
Trenton Line, Paoli / Thorndale Line, Airport Line, Manayunk / Norristown Line, Wilmington / Newark Line, Lansdale / Doylestown Line, Media / Wawa Line, West Trenton Line, Warminster Line, Chestnut Hill West Line, Chestnut Hill East Line, Fox Chase Line, Cynwyd Line
Jefferson Station
Lansdale / Doylestown Line, Manayunk / Norristown Line, Warminster Line, Trenton Line, West Trenton Line, Chestnut Hill East Line, Fox Chase Line, Paoli / Thorndale Line, Wilmington / Newark Line, Media / Wawa Line, Airport Line, Chestnut Hill West Line
Gray 30th St Station
Airport Line, Paoli / Thorndale Line, Media / Wawa Line, Trenton Line, Wilmington / Newark Line, Chestnut Hill West Line, Manayunk / Norristown Line, Cynwyd Line, West Trenton Line, Lansdale / Doylestown Line, Warminster Line, Chestnut Hill East Line, Fox Chase Line
Philadelphia
Northeast Regional, Acela, Keystone Service, Carolinian, Crescent, Palmetto, Pennsylvanian, Silver Meteor, Vermonter, Cardinal
Broad-Girard
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