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Highlights

  • Off-street parking space
  • Additional on-street parking

Location

116 Philadelphia Ave, Reading, PA 19607, USA|Shillington
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Property Overview

RM-PHILA11 offers strong value, with an 8/10 overall rating, excellent price-to-value, and standout amenities and location scores of 9/10. It also features off-street parking with additional on-street parking, and its nearby schools and high value-for-money ranking add to its appeal.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, RM-PHILA11 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, RM-PHILA11 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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Balcony

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath787 sqftNow Available! This updated second-floor apartment features newer carpeting, vinyl flooring, fresh paint, and kitchen cabinets. The unit offers two generously sized bedrooms, each with three windows, allowing for plenty of natural light and fresh air. The main entrance via the outdoor staircase leads to a covered deck and into the Living Room. A second entrance with indoor stairs also provides access to the Living Room. The cozy Kitchen includes three windows, a refrigerator, and a range. The full bathroom, located off the Living Room, features a tub shower and a window. The second bedroom offers access to an unfinished walk-up attic, perfect for additional storage. Rent includes heat and trash removal—you only pay for water, sewer, and electricity! The outdoor common area is maintained by the landlord. Each unit comes with one off-street parking space, with additional on-street parking available. A backyard shed is available for rent at $25 per month; contact the Property Manager for availability. Please note that there's no washer/dryer in the apartment, but a laundromat is less than 5 minutes away in Shillington. Important: Absolutely no pets allowed. Our company does not participate in the HCV program. Applicants must pass a credit and background check, with good credit being a requirement.

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Amenities for RM-PHILA11

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
PatioPorch
Trash

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units2

About RM-PHILA11

HomeApartments in ShillingtonShillington RM-PHILA11

Now Available! This updated second-floor apartment features newer carpeting, vinyl flooring, fresh paint, and kitchen cabinets. The unit offers two generously sized bedrooms, each with three windows, allowing for plenty of natural light and fresh air. The main entrance via the outdoor staircase leads to a covered deck and into the Living Room. A second entrance with indoor stairs also provides access to the Living Room. The cozy Kitchen includes three windows, a refrigerator, and a range. The full bathroom, located off the Living Room, features a tub shower and a window. The second bedroom offers access to an unfinished walk-up attic, perfect for additional storage. Rent includes heat and trash removal—you only pay for water, sewer, and electricity! The outdoor common area is maintained by the landlord. Each unit comes with one off-street parking space, with additional on-street parking available. A backyard shed is available for rent at $25 per month; contact the Property Manager for availability. Please note that there's no washer/dryer in the apartment, but a laundromat is less than 5 minutes away in Shillington. Important: Absolutely no pets allowed. Our company does not participate in the HCV program. Applicants must pass a credit and background check, with good credit being a requirement.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, RM-PHILA11 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, RM-PHILA11 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 RM-PHILA11
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, RM-PHILA11 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Shillington. 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.
RM-PHILA11 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, RM-PHILA11 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.
RM-PHILA11 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 RM-PHILA11 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 RM-PHILA11 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Shillington

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Shillington
Shillington
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Shillington
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,790
February 2025$1,804
March 2025$1,800
April 2025$1,550
May 2025$1,510
June 2025$1,487
July 2025$1,420
August 2025$1,700
February 2026$1,400
March 2026$1,587
April 2026$1,950
May 2026$1,950
June 2026$1,775
July 2026$1,500
August 2026$1,481
September 2026$1,703
October 2026$1,731
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Shillington
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$1,400
May 2025$1,450
June 2025$1,487
July 2025$1,400
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,618
October 2026$1,575

Schools near RM-PHILA11

Cumru Elementary School

601 philadelphia ave

shillington, PA, 19607

PK, K-4Public
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Getting around Reading near 116 Philadelphia Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 116 Philadelphia Ave, Reading

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

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 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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