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What $1,950 rents in Philly right now

Welcome to Curbed Comparisons, where we explore what you can rent or buy for a certain dollar amount in various Philly neighborhoods. This week, we’re checking out the classic price point of $1,950 per month. So many spaces cost around this price, that we wanted to check out exactly how different the options can get. Behold: a lot of variety.

The Fairmount at Brewerytown, via Craigslist

Brewerytown (2 bed, 1 bath)—This industrial-style home at The Fairmount apartments in Brewerytown has wall-to-wall windows in the living room and kitchen, rain showers, polished concrete floors, and laundry. Plus, you can bring your pets.

City Block Team, via Craigslist

Washington Square West (1 bed, 1 bath)—This one-bed place in the Strickland Row condo complex offers a classic Wash West feel, with hardwood floors, large leaded glass windows, crown molding, and tons of natural light. Plus, there’s a heated outdoor pool.

Via Craigslist

Bella Vista (2 bed, 2 bath)—For less than $2,000, you can get this apartment in Bella Vista—an increasingly popular neighborhood. It has two bedrooms, exposed brick, hardwood floors (and ceilings), and a roof deck with skyline views. Plus, the stand-alone bathtub is something truly unique.

Via Craigslist

Old City (Studio, 1 bath)—Right at the edge of Old City—before the popular historic district hits I-95—sits this apartment on 32 North Front Street. It has hardwood floors, a fireplace, and views of the Ben Franklin Bridge. The home is an open floor plan, with the living area, kitchen, and bedroom area all connected.

via Craigslist

Fishtown (3 bed, 1.5 bath)—Right on the edge of Fishtown and Kensington is this sunny home, with three bedrooms, hardwood floors, a front porch, and a back yard. There are some interesting design aspects to the space, like unique light fixtures, rustic walls, and arched doorways. Plus, pets are fine to bring along.

Poll

Which place would you pick?

This poll is closed

  • 15%
    Brewerytown
    (32 votes)
  • 20%
    Washington Square
    (41 votes)
  • 34%
    Bella Vista
    (70 votes)
  • 5%
    Old City
    (12 votes)
  • 22%
    Fishtown
    (46 votes)
201 votes total Vote Now

Washington Square

700 Elysian Fields Avenue, , LA 70117 Visit Website

Ben Franklin Bridge

6 Linden Street, , NJ 08102 Visit Website

Fishtown

, , PA

Fairmount

, , PA 19130

Old City

, , PA