The Clark
4519 Chestnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19139
$1,350 - $2,549 | Studio - 2 Beds
Powelton
Philadelphia, PA
Powelton - Philadelphia, PA
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An artistic enclave in the City of Brotherly Love
Artistic
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Urban
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Historic
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Quirky
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Great Location
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Home to Powelton Village, a long thoroughfare of art spaces, galleries, dance studios, and ethical coffee shops located along Lancaster Avenue, Powelton is known as a haven for artists, creatives, and academics. Located in the University City section of Philadelphia, Powelton sits north of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Known for its mid-to-late 19th-century architecture, this neighborhood features affordable Victorian-style houses and upscale apartments for rent with plenty of trees lining the streets. After school or work, admire art at the Tiberino Museum, catch a show at the Philadelphia Dance Company, visit the farmers market for a taste of the local cuisine, or head to Drexel Park for a relaxing walk and stunning view of the city's skylines. Philadelphia is known as the city of brotherly love and you’ll certainly adore your new home in this close-knit community.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Powelton is $1,269 for a studio, $1,353 for one bedroom, $2,198 for two bedrooms, and $2,712 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Powelton has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
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Studio
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508 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,269/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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498 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,353/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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830 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,198/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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887 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,712/month
Average Rent
Transportation
87
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
90
Rider's Paradise
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
97
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.
Reviews of Powelton - Philadelphia, PA
Niche Reviews
18 Reviews
Nearby Resident
7 years and 3 months ago•Niche Review
the area is a really nice area housing to many Drexel students, and also other surrounding colleges. The are is safe and family friendly. There are safety patrol on the street at night.
Niche User
9 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review
Its great, there is a lot of development in the area. Many places are getting fixed up and look really nice.
Niche User
9 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review
As a student, I dont have a stable income. I applied for a part time job at a local frozen yogurt place and got hired in a week. There are always places looking for people.
Niche User
9 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review
So many places to eat in this city! Dont really know much about the bar scene since I'm not 21, but can not wait to go bar hopping in the city. Such a fun place!
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- University of Pennsylvania Observatory
- Philadelphia Zoo
- Penn Museum
- Please Touch Museum
- Shofuso - Japanese House and Garden
Military Bases
Airports
- Philadelphia International
- Trenton Mercer
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.