H
ow Much Does $1,900 Rent Get You in Philly?

    The median asking rent in the Philadelphia metro is $1,900, a 3.6 % rise from last year, per Zillow. In this edition of The Price Point we shift focus from homes for sale to rentals, showing what that budget can secure.

    Three examples:

    - **Fishtown** – 646 sq ft, 1‑bedroom, 1‑bath apartment in a brand‑new building.

    - **Bala Cynwyd** – 1,000 sq ft garden unit, 2‑bedrooms, 1‑bath.

    - **West Philadelphia** – 1,740 sq ft rowhouse, 3‑bedrooms, 2½ baths.

    All listed for $1,900 a month. For photos and details, keep reading.

    **Grassy Sound** – A marshland community on North Wildwood Boulevard faces erosion and rising sea levels. Residents fear their homes could float away. The story follows 78‑year‑old Haldy Gifford, who owns the most exposed house, and the broader threat to the island’s future.

    **Painted Bride** – The historic building in Old City is slated for demolition to make way for new apartments. After years of debate, the city has moved forward with the plan.

    **West Philly 199‑Unit Project** – Approved in 2021, the development is finally gaining momentum. The article explains why the delay happened and what’s next.

    **Property Tax Relief Tool** – Philly has launched an online portal to help homeowners enroll in tax‑relief programs, simplifying the application process.

    Other Highlights:

    - A federal ruling could open the door for the Rail Park expansion.

    - SPS plans to replace its Abington factory with a smaller, robot‑heavy facility, reducing jobs.

    - **House of the Week** – A Cape Cod‑style home in Royersford for $585,000, featuring a separate garage apartment.

    - **Luxe Listing** – A former George Washington headquarters in the Philly area, listed for nearly $3.3 million.

    - **Backyard Forest** – Nia Eaton’s 40‑foot, pond‑shaped pool in Norristown, surrounded by mature trees and wildlife. Her Colonial home sits on 1½ acres with four bedrooms and 2½ baths.

    **Photo Quiz** – Can you identify the location in the photo? Last week’s quiz featured flowers in planters at Dilworth Park, outside City Hall. If you think you know the answer, email me.

    We’re also gathering stories about vacant or dangerous buildings that are a nuisance to neighbors. If you or someone you know lives near such a property, let us know.

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