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  • Pet Friendly

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7949 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19128, USA|Roxborough
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Management

THE GALMAN GROUP

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Leasing office

(445) 271-2693

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9:00 am–5:30 pm ET

Property Overview

The Ridge Apartments is a top-tier, verified community with an overall expert rating of 9.9/10, earning perfect 10/10 scores for price, amenities, location, and quality, plus a strong 9/10 for trustworthiness. Residents benefit from responsive on-site management with 24-hour emergency maintenance, strong value for money, extensive photo coverage, and features that support both work-from-home living and pet-friendly lifestyles, including high-speed internet options, natural light, outdoor spaces, and nearby pet 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, The Ridge Apartments is one of the top properties in Roxborough. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bed | 1 Bath1 bed1 bath$1,512 /mo1 unit available
2 Bed | 2 Bath2 bed2 bath$1,565 /mo1 unit available
2 Bed | 1 Bath2 bed1 bath$1,629–$1,930 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Ridge Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
New WindowsPatio

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryNew Appliances

Tech

Cable and High Speed Internet Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OK

Grounds

Beautifully Landscaped CommunityDog Park

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceControlled Access Entry
On-Site MailboxesOn-Site Management
On-Site Property ManagementResident Referral Bonus
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

Pet Friendly, breed & weight restrictions may apply. Please call our leasing office for additional pet policy information.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max.

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Building details

Property details

Units113
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About The Ridge Apartments

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaRoxborough The Ridge Apartments

Welcome to The Ridge Apartments where you’ll enjoy new appliances, designer kitchens, and more in each of our pet-friendly one- or two-bedroom units. Our Roxborough apartments feature the latest architectural design, 24-hour emergency maintenance, on-site property management, great apartments, and community amenities creating the perfect community for our residents to call home. We know an easy commute to Center City, Philadelphia is important. At The Ridge you’ll fall in love with our convenient Roxborough location – close to major highways, public transportation. With Ivy Ridge Regional Rail and Septa Bus Line 27 nearby everything is right within reach! Another extra benefit – Zipcar lives here! Our Ridge Avenue apartments are highly desired because it is the backbone of the Roxborough-Manayunk area, connecting traffic to East Falls, Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill. Center City Philadelphia is about a 15 minute drive away. Shops, convenience stores, dining and so much more is available in Manayunk and at the Andorra Shopping Center.


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.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, The Ridge Apartments is one of the top properties in Roxborough. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated The Ridge Apartments
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.
The Ridge 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·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.
The Ridge Apartments 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—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Ridge Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
The Ridge Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The Ridge Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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 Ridge Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The Ridge Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 The Ridge Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Roxborough

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Roxborough.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Ridge Apartments to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Roxborough.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Roxborough
Philadelphia
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,550
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$1,465
December 2025$1,484
January 2026$1,439
February 2026$1,430
March 2026$1,450
April 2026$1,452
May 2026$1,488
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Roxborough
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,475
June 2024$1,496
July 2024$1,499
August 2024$1,443
September 2024$1,498
October 2024$1,498
November 2024$1,492
December 2024$1,493
January 2025$1,484
February 2025$1,470
March 2025$1,444
April 2025$1,449
May 2025$1,479
June 2025$1,442
July 2025$1,434
August 2025$1,439
September 2025$1,419
October 2025$1,459
November 2025$1,510
December 2025$1,505
January 2026$1,433
February 2026$1,423
March 2026$1,432
April 2026$1,465
May 2026$1,487

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Can I afford to live at 7949 Ridge Ave?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,480/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,480 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,512.
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Schools near The Ridge Apartments

Shawmont School

535 shawmont ave

philadelphia, PA, 19128

PK, K-8Public
C+

Academy for Early Learning

va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave

philadelphia, PA, 19144

PKPublic

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
C-

Acelero Learning - Big Germantown

3149 germantown ave

philadelphia, PA, 19133

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1

1801 north 23rd st

philadelphia, PA, 19121

PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 7949 Ridge Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 7949 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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ACME Markets
59 Ridge Ave
Sorrentino's Grocery Store
4361 Cresson St
A Taste of Olive Chestnut Hill
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Weavers Way Co-op
8424 Germantown Ave

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