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  • Pet Friendly

Location

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

THE GALMAN GROUP

Leasing office

(844) 310-9827 ext. 4561

Closing soon 

9:00 am–5:30 pm ET

Property Overview

The Ridge Apartments features an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.8, indicating strong overall appeal for renters, complemented by a perfect pricing and amenities score. Its location received a 9 out of 10, ensuring easy access to key destinations. Additionally, the property’s notable features include 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-site management, while its strengths in working from home and pet friendliness further enhance its attractiveness.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ridge 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.

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$1,220–$1,572 /mo2 units available
2 Bed | 1 Bath2 bed1 bath$1,410–$1,590 /mo4 units available
2 Bed | 2 Bath2 bed2 bath$1,705 /mo1 unit 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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Cat policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes
Limit2

Breed restrictions include:

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

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$0
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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Ridge Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Ridge 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.
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·9A 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 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 The Ridge Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
The Ridge 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 9 highest rated

Denise represents The Ridgeview very well customer service goes above and beyond for her tenants

Ackeem Dougal

Ackeem Dougal

Sep 05, 2024

I very much like this apartment. It very peaceful and very jot much noise in the roxborough apartment area. I recommend this Ridge apartment. đź‘Ś

julian Workman

julian Workman

Jun 14, 2024

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The Ridge Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 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
Less expensive
The 1-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 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in Roxborough.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Ridge Apartments to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Roxborough.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Roxborough
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,226
November 2023$1,198
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Roxborough
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,244
November 2023$1,266
December 2023$1,288
March 2024$1,287

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 7949 Ridge Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$48,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,220.
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Schools near The Ridge Apartments

Shawmont School

535 shawmont ave

philadelphia, PA, 19128

PK, K-8Public
C+

Kenderton Elementary School

1500 w ontario st

philadelphia, PA, 19140

K-8Public
C-
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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

3/10
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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