30th Street Station

Philadelphia, PA

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30th Street Station - Philadelphia, PA

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Easy access to everything from this hip and trendy neighborhood.

Walkable SEPTA Downtown Universities Museums Restaurants Shops Bicycle-Friendly

Wedged between the Schuylkill River and Drexel University and including part of the University of Pennsylvania, the 30th Street Station neighborhood borrows its name from its most prominent (and busiest) feature: the 30th Street SEPTA station. This neighborhood is directly across the river from downtown, and its easy access to mass transit and Philadelphia's major universities make it a popular destination for apartment renters.

Extremely walkable and featuring historic architecture and wide streets, 30th Street Station is ideal for those looking for an urban neighborhood near everything. The neighborhood features a variety of outdoor cafes, unique shops, and the picture-perfect Penn Park. Residents of 30th Street Station also enjoy easy access to Penn Museum, Franklin Field, the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, World Café Live, and the Palestra. Cross the river at Market Street to visit Downtown Philadelphia, home to Independence Hall, Independence Mall, the Academy of Natural Sciences, and the Franklin Institute.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in 30th Street Station is $2,329 for a studio, $2,625 for one bedroom, $3,756 for two bedrooms, and $4,746 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in 30th Street Station has decreased by -1.8% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 511 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,329/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 819 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,625/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,039 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,756/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,495 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,746/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

91

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

100

Rider's Paradise

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

95

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • University of Pennsylvania Observatory
  • Schuylkill River Park
  • Franklin Institute
  • Fels Planetarium
  • The Academy of Natural Sciences

Airports

  • Philadelphia International
  • Trenton Mercer

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