Average Rent in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA

Current Versus Historical Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA Rents

Washington Square West rentals average $1,460 for a studio rental to $2,598 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,075, or roughly $3 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in March 2025, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $109 (8.49%) year-over-year from $1,286 to $1,395. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $90 (5.58%) year-over-year from $1,610 to $1,700. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $437 (-19.10%) year-over-year from $2,287 to $1,850. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $142 (-4.51%) year-over-year from $3,142 to $3,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $622 (-18.20%) year-over-year from $3,417 to $2,795. 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 up by 9.63% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.88% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 12.60% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.14% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 26.42% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Mar 2025 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $3.24 $1,395 $1,286 (8.49%) $1,415 (-1.40%)
1 BR $3.73 $1,700 $1,610 (5.58%) $1,515 (12.22%)
2 BR $3.51 $1,850 $2,287 (-19.10%) $1,952 (-5.21%)
3 BR $2.50 $3,000 $3,142 (-4.51%) $2,856 (5.05%)
4+ BR $1.53 $2,795 $3,417 (-18.20%) $5,793 (-51.75%)

Historical Rents in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 3 cities nearby Washington Square West. The average rent in Washington Square West is currently $1,820 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Wilmington, DE, with an average rent of $1,700, 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 $2,440 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 10.96% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 19.10% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA are about 52.01% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 35.93% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Wilmington, DE N/A $1,450 $1,850 $1,700
Philadelphia, PA $1,300 $1,715 $1,900 $1,820
Phoenixville, PA $1,598 $2,082 $2,630 $2,440

Top Neighborhoods Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 22 neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West. Some of these neighborhoods include Germantown, Cobbs Creek, and Haddington. We've included all of these top 22 neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 22 neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,911 per month. A total of 19 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,911. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Washington Square West, Germantown has the most affordable average rent at $1,423 per month. Whereas, at $2,590 average rent per month, Logan Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Washington Square West. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA $1,225 $1,378 $1,700 $1,423
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA N/A $1,158 $1,425 $1,438
Haddington, Philadelphia, PA $925 $900 $1,450 $1,450
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA $1,163 $1,350 $1,400 $1,500
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA $1,100 $1,200 $1,575 $1,625
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA $1,210 $1,490 $1,500 $1,695
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA $1,200 $1,475 $1,800 $1,697
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA $1,263 $1,498 $1,903 $1,750
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA $1,048 $1,638 $1,825 $1,750
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA $1,048 $1,433 $1,900 $1,850
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA $1,150 $1,758 $2,863 $1,900
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA $1,400 $1,695 $2,450 $1,922
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA $1,131 $1,450 $1,950 $1,950
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA $1,145 $1,695 $2,100 $1,975
University City, Philadelphia, PA $1,284 $2,683 $3,866 $1,984
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA $1,500 $1,818 $2,195 $1,993
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA $1,575 $2,082 $3,350 $2,050
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA $1,538 $2,055 $2,850 $2,055
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA $1,388 $1,498 $2,075 $2,075
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA $1,725 $2,048 $2,998 $2,100
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA $1,411 $1,900 $2,565 $2,125
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA $1,761 $2,385 $3,810 $2,590

Top Counties Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 22 counties located by Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Philadelphia, PA, Delaware, PA, and Camden, NJ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,397. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Philadelphia, PA. It's average rent per month is $1,820. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,800, Mercer, NJ is the most expensive county by Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 47.77% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 21.88% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA is 49.04% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 8 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Philadelphia, PA $1,300 $1,715 $1,900 $1,820
Delaware, PA $800 $1,300 $1,850 $1,950
Camden, NJ $1,173 $1,598 $1,950 $2,275
Montgomery, PA $1,784 $1,750 $2,085 $2,293
Burlington, NJ $725 $1,505 $2,200 $2,500
Bucks, PA N/A $2,100 $2,325 $2,578
Gloucester, NJ N/A $1,490 $1,800 $2,600
Mercer, NJ N/A $1,900 $2,450 $2,800

Top Zipcodes Near Washington Square West

There are a total of 6 zipcodes in or near Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,688. A total of 5 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19131, Philadelphia, PA at $1,400 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,470 per month is 19460, Phoenixville, PA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,239. That's at least $2 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 $1,443 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,723 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 6 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
19104, Philadelphia, PA $1,265 $1,900 $1,830 $1,850
19145, Philadelphia, PA $1,100 $1,150 $1,695 $1,700
19131, Philadelphia, PA $925 $1,150 $1,400 $1,400
19144, Philadelphia, PA $1,213 $1,360 $1,500 $1,435
19128, Philadelphia, PA $2,338 $1,525 $1,750 $1,675
19460, Phoenixville, PA $1,598 $2,091 $2,630 $2,470

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 $2,075. 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 $1,460 and an average price per square feet of $3.24. There are a total of 29 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 $2,120 and an average price per square feet of $3.73. There are a total of 61 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 $3,959 and an average price per square feet of $3.51. 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 0.08%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.19%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05% 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 $1,660/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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