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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Keyless entry
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Modern design
  • Light fixtures
  • In unit washer & dryer

Location

4242 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA|East Parkside
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Management

Fitler Properties

Leasing office

(267) 415-8995

Property Overview

4242 W Girard features a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting its appeal to renters. It offers excellent price and amenities ratings of 10, showcasing competitive pricing and a wide range of features that enhance the living experience. With a location rating of 9, residents benefit from convenient access to public transit, schools, and green spaces, while its sustainability initiatives and pet-friendly options make it a noteworthy choice for various lifestyles.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 4242 W Girard is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4242 W Girard 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

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableBeautiful 2b/1b apartment, SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. *Video Tour available in our website Fitler Properties. You will fall in love with this unit: About this apartment: -Modern design, Bright bedrooms & living room, High-end kitchen, Kitchen with nice countertop and light fixtures, Plenty of cabinets (soft close). A ton of closet space! -Full size stainless steal appliances: electric range, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator, video intercom, in unit washer & dryer. About the Property: -Keyless entry -Online portal for payments and maintenance service -Pet friendly (pet fee) Utilities & Payment schedule: -Application fee $25 p/p -Security deposit & Last Month - due at lease signing -First Month - due 1 week before move-in -Tenant pays every month for rent + $39 water fee p/p +$19 trash fee. -Tenant is responsible for electric Requirements: -Your gross monthly income must cover close to 3x the monthly rent. -Proof of steady income (recent paystubs), employment letter. -Credit Score: +600 credit score -No recent eviction -Get renter's insurance. *Text to 203-577-5231 to request a tour!*

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Amenities for 4242 W Girard

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Cat Policy

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About 4242 W Girard

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaEast Parkside 4242 W Girard

Beautiful 2b/1b apartment, SECTION 8 ACCEPTED. *Video Tour available in our website Fitler Properties. You will fall in love with this unit: About this apartment: -Modern design, Bright bedrooms & living room, High-end kitchen, Kitchen with nice countertop and light fixtures, Plenty of cabinets (soft close). A ton of closet space! -Full size stainless steal appliances: electric range, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, refrigerator, video intercom, in unit washer & dryer. About the Property: -Keyless entry -Online portal for payments and maintenance service -Pet friendly (pet fee) Utilities & Payment schedule: -Application fee $25 p/p -Security deposit & Last Month - due at lease signing -First Month - due 1 week before move-in -Tenant pays every month for rent + $39 water fee p/p +$19 trash fee. -Tenant is responsible for electric Requirements: -Your gross monthly income must cover close to 3x the monthly rent. -Proof of steady income (recent paystubs), employment letter. -Credit Score: +600 credit score -No recent eviction -Get renter's insurance. *Text to 203-577-5231 to request a tour!*


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 4242 W Girard is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4242 W Girard 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 4242 W Girard
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.
4242 W Girard 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·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, 4242 W Girard 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.
4242 W Girard 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 4242 W Girard 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.

4242 W Girard is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 27 parks within a mile

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 4242 W Girard compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in East Parkside

2-bedroom apartments at 4242 W Girard cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Parkside.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
East Parkside
Philadelphia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,500
December 2023$1,496
January 2024$1,498
February 2024$1,465
March 2024$1,482
April 2024$1,498
May 2024$1,536
June 2024$1,594
July 2024$1,553
August 2024$1,524
September 2024$1,501
October 2024$1,505
November 2024$1,529
December 2024$1,534
January 2025$1,528
February 2025$1,532
March 2025$1,521
April 2025$1,504
May 2025$1,531
June 2025$1,535
July 2025$1,512
August 2025$1,495
September 2025$1,496
October 2025$1,487
November 2025$1,450
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Parkside
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,084
December 2023$1,109
January 2024$1,124
February 2024$1,100
March 2024$1,236
April 2024$1,096
May 2024$1,099
June 2024$1,100
July 2024$1,200
August 2024$1,264
September 2024$1,275
October 2024$1,200
November 2024$1,210
December 2024$1,237
January 2025$1,236
February 2025$1,293
March 2025$1,293
April 2025$1,296
May 2025$1,278
June 2025$1,270
July 2025$1,184
August 2025$1,153
September 2025$1,015
October 2025$1,021
November 2025$1,050

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 4242 W Girard

Rudolph Blankenburg School

4600 w girard ave

philadelphia, PA, 19131

PK, K-8Public
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Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

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Getting around Philadelphia near 4242 W Girard Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 4242 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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