Average Rent in 19131, Philadelphia, PA

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Current Versus Historical 19131, Philadelphia, PA Rents

19131 rentals average $950 for a studio rental to $1,975 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,550, or roughly $14 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $573 (-37.64%) year-over-year from $1,523 to $950. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $464 (-27.48%) year-over-year from $1,689 to $1,225. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $9 (0.63%) year-over-year from $1,466 to $1,475. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $65 (3.80%) year-over-year from $1,710 to $1,775. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $157 (-7.35%) year-over-year from $2,132 to $1,975. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 13.62% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.01% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.12% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.85% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.49% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Aug 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $21.60 $950 $1,523 (-37.64%) $1,854 (-48.75%)
1 BR $9.92 $1,225 $1,689 (-27.48%) $1,361 (-10.01%)
2 BR $11.14 $1,475 $1,466 (0.63%) $1,383 (6.63%)
3 BR $17.57 $1,775 $1,710 (3.80%) $1,497 (18.60%)
4+ BR $15.19 $1,975 $2,132 (-7.35%) $2,146 (-7.96%)

Historical Rents in 19131, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near 19131

There are a total of 7 cities nearby 19131. The average rent in 19131 is currently $1,800 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chester, PA, with an average rent of $1,350, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 19131, Philadelphia, PA is West Chester, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,400 per month.

Let's compare 19131, Philadelphia, PA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 19131, Philadelphia, PA is 23.42% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 19.39% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 19131, Philadelphia, PA are about 13.33% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 18.31% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near 19131, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Chester, PA $875 $1,239 $1,442 $1,350
Camden, NJ $1,500 $1,313 $1,575 $1,700
Wilmington, DE $1,173 $1,463 $1,700 $1,750
Philadelphia, PA $1,350 $1,696 $1,850 $1,800
Trenton, NJ $3,550 $1,325 $1,700 $2,000
Phoenixville, PA $990 $1,903 $2,488 $2,200
West Chester, PA N/A $1,798 $2,300 $2,400

Top Neighborhoods Near 19131

There are a total of 32 neighborhoods in or near 19131. Some of these neighborhoods include Overbrook, Germantown, and Cobbs Creek. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 32 total neighborhoods in or near 19131, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 19131, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,875 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,875. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 19131's average rent, which is only $1,550. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 19131, Tioga - Nicetown has the most affordable average rent at $1,335 per month. Whereas, at $2,767 average rent per month, Fitler Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 19131. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Overbrook, Philadelphia, PA $1,300 $1,375 $1,400 $1,400
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA $1,200 $1,425 $1,785 $1,450
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA $850 $1,250 $1,300 $1,500
University City, Philadelphia, PA $1,272 $1,601 $3,197 $1,504
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA $995 $1,325 $1,575 $1,550
East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA $1,300 $1,325 $1,550 $1,573
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA $1,295 $1,154 $1,450 $1,600
Allegheny West, Philadelphia, PA N/A $1,602 $2,025 $1,670
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA $1,148 $1,500 $2,025 $1,673
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA $1,338 $1,350 $1,847 $1,675
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA $1,485 $1,650 $2,195 $1,675
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA $1,395 $1,757 $1,650 $1,795
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA $1,238 $1,570 $1,950 $1,800
Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA $1,700 $1,645 $1,950 $1,850
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA $1,253 $1,370 $1,850 $1,900
Mantua, Philadelphia, PA $1,023 $1,350 $1,595 $1,900
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA $1,797 $1,885 $2,500 $1,985
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA $1,263 $1,548 $1,998 $2,000
West Mount Airy, Philadelphia, PA $1,090 $1,477 $2,108 $2,017
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA $1,431 $1,771 $2,450 $2,050
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA $1,745 $1,805 $2,297 $2,075
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA $1,365 $2,050 $2,795 $2,080
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA $1,551 $1,865 $2,400 $2,100
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA $1,300 $2,049 $2,915 $2,104
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA $1,699 $2,179 $3,236 $2,199
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA $1,260 $1,600 $2,500 $2,295
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA $1,723 $2,305 $3,787 $2,335
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA $1,485 $1,595 $2,500 $2,400
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA $1,870 $2,545 $3,945 $2,555
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA $1,700 $2,713 $3,248 $2,767

Top Counties Near 19131

There are a total of 12 counties located by 19131, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Chester, PA, Upper Darby, PA, and Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,300. That's roughly around $23 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chester, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,350. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,800, Lower Merion, PA is the most expensive county by 19131, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in 19131, Philadelphia, PA is 16.58% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 19131, Philadelphia, PA is 32.65% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 19131, Philadelphia, PA is 40.00% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Chester, PA $875 $1,239 $1,442 $1,350
Upper Darby, PA $1,225 $1,300 $1,423 $1,563
Philadelphia, PA $1,350 $1,696 $1,850 $1,800
Phoenixville, PA $990 $1,903 $2,488 $2,200
Camden, NJ $1,323 $1,500 $2,000 $2,250
Gloucester, NJ N/A $1,500 $1,984 $2,350
West Chester, PA N/A $1,798 $2,300 $2,400
Burlington, NJ N/A $1,600 $2,200 $2,600
Tredyffrin, PA N/A $1,750 $2,200 $2,700
Lower Merion, PA $1,375 $1,650 $2,575 $2,800

Top Zipcodes Near 19131

There are a total of 28 zipcodes in or near 19131, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,850. A total of 6 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19124, Philadelphia, PA at $1,200 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,500 per month is 08540, Mercer County, NJ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,255. That's at least $32 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 19131, Philadelphia, PA is $1,603 per month. Or in other words, $27 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,020 per month. Which comes out to $23 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 19131, Philadelphia, PA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
19104, Philadelphia, PA $1,228 $1,400 $1,800 $1,650
19103, Philadelphia, PA $1,817 $2,445 $3,795 $2,500
19130, Philadelphia, PA $1,551 $1,815 $2,400 $1,950
19121, Philadelphia, PA $1,295 $1,150 $1,500 $1,650
19123, Philadelphia, PA $1,555 $1,895 $2,663 $2,100
19146, Philadelphia, PA $1,260 $1,531 $2,060 $1,900
19107, Philadelphia, PA $1,300 $1,998 $2,795 $2,055
19122, Philadelphia, PA $1,431 $1,520 $1,950 $1,825
19147, Philadelphia, PA $1,500 $1,745 $2,445 $2,000
19128, Philadelphia, PA $1,425 $1,625 $1,950 $1,850

Frequently Asked Questions - 19131 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 19131, Philadelphia, PA?
The average monthly rental price for 19131, Philadelphia, PA apartments for rent is approximately $1,550. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 19131, Philadelphia, PA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 19131, Philadelphia, PA.
How much is a studio apartment in 19131, Philadelphia, PA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $950 and an average price per square feet of $21.60. There are a total of 8 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 19131.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 19131, Philadelphia, PA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,225 and an average price per square feet of $9.92. There are a total of 13 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 19131.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 19131, Philadelphia, PA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $11.14. There are a total of 37 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 19131.
How have rent prices in 19131, Philadelphia, PA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 19131, Philadelphia, PA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.38%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.27%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 19131, Philadelphia, PA?
A reasonable rent price in 19131, Philadelphia, PA is around $1,240/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.