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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Modern kitchen
  • Updated appliances
  • 15-foot ceilings
  • Spacious living room and bedroom
  • Air conditioning unit

Location

849 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123, USA|Fishtown
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Management

Centra Associates

Leasing office

(215) 714-0666 ext. 2

Property Overview

849 N. 5th Street features hardwood floors, a modern kitchen with updated appliances, and spacious rooms with 15-foot ceilings, enhancing its appeal to potential renters. With a Zumper expert rating of 9.4, it offers excellent value with competitive pricing and impressive amenities, coupled with a desirable location near top-rated schools. Additionally, the property ranks high in quality and trustworthiness, ensuring a reliable and attractive living option.

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

9.4
Excellent
849 N. 5th Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,395 /mo1 unit available*Available Now* Get 1 Month Free Rent when you sign a lease ending between May and August 2027! Sign a lease ending May–August 2026 and get $400 off your first month ! Large one-bedroom located in the center of Northern Liberties. This charming apartment has tall 15-foot ceilings and a very spacious living room and bedroom! Hardwood floors run throughout the apartment, and the kitchen is modern with updated appliances. The entire property is brightly lit with natural light, and an air conditioning unit is provided. The apartment has a separate storage closet in the basement, and there is laundry available within the building!

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Amenities for 849 N. 5th Street

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningWater

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorWasher & Dryer in the Building

Other

One Window A/C Unit
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About 849 N. 5th Street

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaFishtown 849 N. 5th Street

*Available Now* Get 1 Month Free Rent when you sign a lease ending between May and August 2027! Sign a lease ending May–August 2026 and get $400 off your first month ! Large one-bedroom located in the center of Northern Liberties. This charming apartment has tall 15-foot ceilings and a very spacious living room and bedroom! Hardwood floors run throughout the apartment, and the kitchen is modern with updated appliances. The entire property is brightly lit with natural light, and an air conditioning unit is provided. The apartment has a separate storage closet in the basement, and there is laundry available within the building!


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.
9.4
/10
Excellent
849 N. 5th Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 849 N. 5th Street
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.
849 N. 5th Street 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·10A 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.
849 N. 5th Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
849 N. 5th Street 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.
849 N. 5th Street 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·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.

849 N. 5th Street is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 33 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs

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 849 N. 5th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 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 Fishtown

1-bedroom apartments at 849 N. 5th Street cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fishtown.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Fishtown
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,195
December 2023$1,196
January 2024$1,200
February 2024$1,195
March 2024$1,162
April 2024$1,185
May 2024$1,200
June 2024$1,210
July 2024$1,204
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,191
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$1,169
A table of studio rental data trends in Fishtown
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,329
March 2024$1,399
April 2024$1,414
May 2024$1,446
June 2024$1,450
July 2024$1,463
August 2024$1,455
September 2024$1,434
October 2024$1,411
November 2024$1,509
December 2024$1,515
January 2025$1,506
February 2025$1,481
March 2025$1,455
April 2025$1,444
May 2025$1,422
June 2025$1,412
July 2025$1,449
August 2025$1,490
September 2025$1,464
October 2025$1,468
November 2025$1,463

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 849 N 5th St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Schools near 849 N. 5th Street

Gen. Philip Kearny School

601 fairmount ave

philadelphia, PA, 19123

K-8Public
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Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
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Neighborhood

Fishtown | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Philadelphia near 849 N 5th St

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 849 N 5th St, Philadelphia

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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