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Highlights

  • Ceramic tile
  • Ceiling fan
  • Black appliances
  • White shaker cabinets
  • Closet space
  • Modern bathroom

Location

15 East Elm Street, Norristown, Pennsylvania 19401, United States
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Management

Homestead Property Management

Leasing office

(610) 565-0550

Property Overview

15 E Elm St presents an appealing opportunity for renters with its overall Zumper rating of 7.8 out of 10, reflecting its attractiveness and value. The property excels in key areas, featuring modern amenities such as ceramic tile and white shaker cabinets, while its location boasts convenience to top-rated schools and points of interest. Additionally, its competitive pricing places it in the 90.91 percentile for value, making it a noteworthy choice for those seeking quality living in a prime 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 15 E Elm St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 15 E Elm St 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
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this 2nd floor apartment in Norristown! Enter through the spacious living room/kitchen combo. There are two extra rooms each with a ceiling fan and closet space. These extra rooms are small, making this unit most suitable for 1-2 occupants. Space would be best used as a STUDIO with two dens. The kitchen features white shaker cabinets, black appliances, subway tile backsplash and granite countertop. The bathroom is modern with bathtub and ceramic tile. All applicants subject to credit, criminal and eviction history check. View our full application requirements here: www homesteadrents com application-requirements $65 Application Fee per adult. All applicants subject to credit, criminal and eviction history check. Section 8 housing vouchers accepted. 3 month's rent required upfront to move in. Tenant is responsible for PECO bill. Water & Sewer fees will also be billed to Tenant using Ratio Utility Billing System. Applications available online at www homesteadrents com vacancies

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Amenities for 15 E Elm St

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 15 E Elm St

HomeApartments in Norristown 15 E Elm St

Welcome to this 2nd floor apartment in Norristown! Enter through the spacious living room/kitchen combo. There are two extra rooms each with a ceiling fan and closet space. These extra rooms are small, making this unit most suitable for 1-2 occupants. Space would be best used as a STUDIO with two dens. The kitchen features white shaker cabinets, black appliances, subway tile backsplash and granite countertop. The bathroom is modern with bathtub and ceramic tile. All applicants subject to credit, criminal and eviction history check. View our full application requirements here: www homesteadrents com application-requirements $65 Application Fee per adult. All applicants subject to credit, criminal and eviction history check. Section 8 housing vouchers accepted. 3 month's rent required upfront to move in. Tenant is responsible for PECO bill. Water & Sewer fees will also be billed to Tenant using Ratio Utility Billing System. Applications available online at www homesteadrents com vacancies


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, 15 E Elm St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 15 E Elm St 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 15 E Elm St
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, 15 E Elm St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. 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.
15 E Elm St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 15 E Elm St 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.
15 E Elm St 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 15 E Elm St 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 15 E Elm St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Norristown

1-bedroom apartments at 15 E Elm St cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Norristown.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Norristown
A table of studio rental data trends in Norristown
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,413
January 2024$1,413
February 2024$1,188
March 2024$1,150
April 2024$1,176
May 2024$1,111
June 2024$1,097
July 2024$1,111
August 2024$1,150
September 2024$1,132
October 2024$1,132
November 2024$1,115
December 2024$1,083
January 2025$1,081
February 2025$1,043
March 2025$1,030
April 2025$993
May 2025$966
June 2025$1,049
July 2025$1,127
August 2025$1,053
September 2025$1,117
October 2025$1,130
November 2025$1,110
December 2025$1,095

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 15 E Elm St

Gotwals Elementary School

1 e oak st

norristown, PA, 19401

1-4Public
C

Hancock Elementary School

arch & summit streets

norristown, PA, 19401

1-4Public
C+

Marshall Street Elementary School

1525 w marshall st

norristown, PA, 19403

K-4Public
C+

Cole Manor Elementary School

2350 springview rd

norristown, PA, 19401

K-4Public
C+

Whitehall Elementary School

399 n whitehall rd

norristown, PA, 19403

K-4Public
C
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Getting around Norristown near 15 East Elm Street

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 15 East Elm Street, Norristown

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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