East Germantown

Philadelphia, PA

East Germantown - Philadelphia, PA

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3 (15 Reviews)

Modern Living with Historic Flair

Location • Suburban • History • Community •

Discover the perfect blend of history and modern living in East Germantown! This charming neighborhood is a haven for history enthusiasts, with its rich colonial and Civil War heritage. When it comes to renting apartments, you'll find a treasure trove of historic and visually appealing options.

Despite being just a short six miles from the bustling Center City, East Germantown boasts a peaceful suburban atmosphere. Here, you'll encounter spacious homes with yards, an abundance of parks, and serene streets. Awbury Park, for instance, offers delightful amenities such as scenic walking trails, picnic spots, playgrounds, and year-round activities for both kids and adults. Plus, the East Germantown Recreation Center serves as a vibrant community hub, catering to residents of all ages.

East Germantown stretches from the eastern side of Germantown Avenue up to East Upsal Street, just north of Downtown Philadelphia. Thanks to the efficient regional rail and numerous bus routes, you can reach the heart of downtown in just 20 minutes. This means you can easily savor the best of both worlds, experiencing the tranquility of suburban living while enjoying the vibrant city life that Philadelphia has to offer.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in East Germantown is $987 for a studio, $1,144 for one bedroom, $1,367 for two bedrooms, and $1,680 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Germantown has increased by 1.9% in the past year.

Studio
455 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$987/month

Average Rent

1 BR
688 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,144/month

Average Rent

2 BR
739 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,367/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,112 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,680/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of East Germantown - Philadelphia, PA

Niche Reviews

3 15 Reviews

Nearby Resident

4 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review

What I like about the community is that the people of this community are proud and enjoy each others company.

Niche User

9 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

Philadelphia has been like this for years it's the best city but it's definitely not the worst it could use some improvements but I believe a lot of places do too.

Niche User

10 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

Drivers tend to not stop at stop signs, not generous to pedestrians, even police cars speed through stop signs

Niche User

10 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

The community seem to be private, not neighborly at all. The park sends out community events; however, not too many neighbors come out or contribute. Within the surrounding few blocks, neighbors tend to remain in their homes. Let's just say, there is never a block party to get to know your neighbors

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