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Pet Friendly
Location
1014 S 48th St # 18, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA|Southwest Cedar Park
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Property Overview
Squirrel Hill Apartments offers strong value, with an 8.8 Zumper expert rating, top marks for price, and high scores for amenities and location. It is noted for its quiet community, value for money, and pet-friendly surroundings, with nearby pet hospitals, supply stores, a dog park, and grooming services.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Eastern Grey | 1 bed | 1 bath | 540 sqft | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available | 1 bed / 1 bath |
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Amenities for Squirrel Hill Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable/Satellite | Climate Control |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Services
| On-Site Maintenance | On-Site Management |
Neighborhood
| Public Transportation |
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
Allowed
Limit2
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit2
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
|---|---|
| Lease terms | 10–24 months |
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About Squirrel Hill Apartments
Close to public transportation, Squirrel Hill is a quiet community located in University City neighborhood of Philadelphia. Residents enjoy the many bars, coffee shops, and parks. It is also close to the campuses of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University.
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
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Squirrel Hill Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Squirrel Hill 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.
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.
Squirrel Hill Apartments 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.
Squirrel Hill 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, Squirrel Hill 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.
Squirrel Hill 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·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 Squirrel Hill Apartments 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.
Squirrel Hill Apartments 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.
Squirrel Hill Apartments is great 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 Squirrel Hill Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Southwest Cedar Park
1-bedroom apartments at Squirrel Hill Apartments cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Southwest Cedar Park.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Southwest Cedar Park
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,153 |
| 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 | $1,228 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $895 |
| November 2024 | $862 |
| December 2024 | $862 |
| January 2025 | $860 |
| February 2025 | $850 |
| March 2025 | $901 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $879 |
| June 2025 | $912 |
| July 2025 | $1,036 |
| August 2025 | $962 |
| September 2025 | $885 |
| October 2025 | $852 |
| November 2025 | $850 |
| December 2025 | $890 |
| January 2026 | $926 |
| February 2026 | $920 |
| March 2026 | $955 |
| April 2026 | $920 |
| May 2026 | $949 |
| June 2026 | $975 |
| July 2026 | $1,013 |
| August 2026 | $1,050 |
| September 2026 | $1,057 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1014 S 48th St # 18?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-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 Squirrel Hill Apartments
Benjamin B. Comegys School
5100 greenway ave
philadelphia, PA, 19143
K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 3
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 1014 S 48th St # 18
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1014 S 48th St # 18, Philadelphia
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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