Melrose Park

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Melrose Park, PA

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Upscale suburb streets await outside of Philadelphia

Upscale Commuter Public Transit Suburban Family-Friendly

A beautiful, well-kept suburb of Philadelphia, Melrose Park is only 12 miles north of Downtown Philly — home to potential job opportunities, museums, theaters, restaurants, parks, gardens, historic sites, and so much more. Residents of Melrose Park can simply hop onto North Broad Street to take it all the way into town. If you prefer public transportation, you can take SEPTA from the Melrose Park Station. Upscale apartments and homes are available for rent in safe, family-friendly residential neighborhoods. The houses in Melrose Park are stately and picturesque, featuring large lawns and unique structures. Melrose Park is popular with renters interested in quick commutes, a supportive community, upscale housing and amenities, and a central location.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Melrose Park, PA is $1,500 for one bedroom, $1,720 for two bedrooms, and $2,330 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Melrose Park has increased by 5.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,500/month
800 Sq Ft
House
$1,468/month
995 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Bikeable

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

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Awbury Arboretum
  • Lorimer Park
  • Briar Bush Nature Center
  • Tacony Creek Park
  • Pennypack Park

Airports

  • Philadelphia International
  • Trenton Mercer

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