Average Rent in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA

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Current Versus Historical Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA Rents

Washington Square West rentals average $1,545 for a studio rental to $10,600 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,173, or roughly $39 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $49 (-3.05%) year-over-year from $1,594 to $1,545. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $259 (15.16%) year-over-year from $1,711 to $1,970. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $623 (26.26%) year-over-year from $2,372 to $2,995. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $61 (-1.64%) year-over-year from $3,711 to $3,650. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $6,352 (149.51%) year-over-year from $4,248 to $10,600. 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 1.96% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.10% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.98% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 19.84% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 18.66% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$46.18	$1,545	$1,594 (-3.05%)	$1,287 (20.08%)
1 BR	$39.31	$1,970	$1,711 (15.16%)	$1,577 (24.95%)
2 BR	$35.58	$2,995	$2,372 (26.26%)	$2,066 (44.98%)
3 BR	$34.13	$3,650	$3,711 (-1.64%)	$2,980 (22.48%)
4+ BR	$39.55	$10,600	$4,248 (149.51%)	$5,375 (97.21%)

Historical Rents in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Washington Square West. The average rent in Washington Square West is currently $1,877 per month. A total of 5 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chester, PA, with an average rent of $1,414, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is Phoenixville, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,322 per month.

Let's compare Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 14.95% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 19.85% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA are about 39.07% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 42.37% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$965	$1,195	$1,429	$1,414
Wilmington, DE	$1,713	$1,448	$1,698	$1,700
Philadelphia, PA	$1,328	$1,700	$1,800	$1,816
Camden, NJ	$2,200	$1,846	$2,100	$1,938
Trenton, NJ	$1,300	$1,450	$1,850	$2,000
Phoenixville, PA	$395	$1,938	$2,423	$2,322

Top Neighborhoods Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 32 neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West. Some of these neighborhoods include Frankford, Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, and Germantown. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 32 total neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,883 per month. A total of 26 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,883. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Washington Square West's average rent, which is actually $2,173. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West, Frankford has the most affordable average rent at $1,200 per month. Whereas, at $2,858 average rent per month, Fitler Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Washington Square West. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Frankford, Philadelphia, PA	$800	$975	$1,338	$1,200
Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, Philadelphia, PA	$950	$1,100	$1,355	$1,360
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,150	$1,295	$1,495	$1,395
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA	$823	$1,275	$1,375	$1,500
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA	$750	$1,300	$1,550	$1,514
Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,000	$1,537	$1,550
Allegheny West, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,573	$2,050	$1,670
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,468	$1,662	$2,287	$1,682
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA	$1,125	$1,580	$2,023	$1,700
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$950	$1,248	$1,495	$1,720
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,280	$1,528	$1,898	$1,750
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,575	$1,350	$1,700	$1,750
Mantua, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,250	$1,500	$1,798
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,925	$1,669	$1,800
East Falls, Philadelphia, PA	$1,248	$1,492	$1,894	$1,967
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,375	$1,760	$2,365	$1,998
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,240	$1,560	$1,950	$2,000
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,256	$1,397	$1,950	$2,000
South Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,978	$2,825	$2,100
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$990	$1,575	$2,500	$2,100
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,350	$2,028	$3,109	$2,101
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,365	$2,125	$2,920	$2,128
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,481	$1,880	$2,495	$2,147
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,659	$2,165	$3,542	$2,165
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA	$1,550	$1,750	$2,298	$2,200
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,472	$2,255	$3,405	$2,285
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA	$1,387	$1,859	$2,475	$2,450
University City, Philadelphia, PA	$1,160	$2,403	$3,226	$2,491
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,816	$2,455	$3,908	$2,555
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA	$2,117	$2,412	$3,581	$2,858

Top Counties Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 13 counties located by Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Chester, PA, Salem, NJ, and Upper Darby, PA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,322. That's roughly around $23 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chester, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,414. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,750, Radnor, PA is the most expensive county by Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 20.71% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 14.76% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 29.88% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$965	$1,195	$1,429	$1,414
Salem, NJ	N/A	$1,200	$1,500	$1,725
Upper Darby, PA	$1,225	$1,298	$1,425	$1,748
Philadelphia, PA	$1,328	$1,700	$1,800	$1,816
Phoenixville, PA	$395	$1,938	$2,423	$2,322
Camden, NJ	$1,345	$1,650	$2,100	$2,336
Burlington, NJ	$1,400	$1,675	$2,200	$2,500
Gloucester, NJ	N/A	$2,212	$2,692	$2,574
Lower Merion, PA	$1,450	$1,820	$2,500	$2,575
Radnor, PA	N/A	$2,230	$2,628	$2,750

Top Zipcodes Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 29 zipcodes in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,825. A total of 21 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19141, Philadelphia, PA at $1,200 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,600 per month is 08540, Mercer County, NJ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,114. That's at least $25 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is $1,525 per month. Or in other words, $26 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,900 per month. Which comes out to $23 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
19107, Philadelphia, PA	$1,303	$2,030	$3,100	$2,058
19106, Philadelphia, PA	$1,797	$2,188	$2,920	$2,328
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,721	$2,385	$3,662	$2,548
19147, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$1,750	$2,535	$2,150
19123, Philadelphia, PA	$1,450	$1,975	$2,496	$2,200
19146, Philadelphia, PA	$1,352	$1,489	$2,100	$1,995
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,473	$1,800	$2,400	$2,060
19122, Philadelphia, PA	$1,312	$1,525	$1,750	$1,750
19148, Philadelphia, PA	$1,725	$1,388	$1,900	$1,898
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,114	$1,548	$1,750	$1,695

Frequently Asked Questions - Washington Square West Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA apartments for rent is approximately $2,173. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Washington Square West, 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 Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA.

How much is a studio apartment in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,545 and an average price per square feet of $46.18. There are a total of 19 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Washington Square West.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,965 and an average price per square feet of $39.31. There are a total of 81 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Washington Square West.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,995 and an average price per square feet of $35.58. There are a total of 27 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Washington Square West.

How have rent prices in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.03%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.26%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA?

A reasonable rent price in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is around $1,738/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.