Bala Apartments
4920-4950 City Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19131
$1,250 | Studio - 4 Beds
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA
Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia, PA
Area Guide
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SJU
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Saint Joe’s
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Private
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Jesuit
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Catholic
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Spirited
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Inclusive
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Nurturing
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Transformative
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Saint Joseph’s University was founded in 1851 by Jesuits at Old Saint Joseph’s Church. Today, Saint Joe’s provides a rigorous, student-centered education rooted in the liberal arts. SJU encourages students to commit to thinking critically, making ethical decisions, pursuing social justice, and finding God in all things.
Located in the suburbs of western Philadelphia, SJU is convenient to a number of apartments, townhomes, and apartments available for rent in Merion Station as well as neighboring Narberth, Ardmore, and Penn Wynne. Access to U.S. Routes 1 and 30 in addition to multiple SEPTA stations allows for simple commutes from the SJU campus as well.
Energy and enthusiasm pulses through the SJU campus with over 100 student organizations, NCAA Division I Hawk athletics, and intramural and club sports teams. The Mann Center, West Fairmount Park, and Please Touch Museum are all within close proximity to campus. The world-class, dynamic amenities in Philadelphia’s City Center are just six miles away.
Rent Trends
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Philadelphia, PA is $1,397 for a studio, $1,749 for one bedroom, $2,192 for two bedrooms, and $3,062 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Philadelphia has increased by 0.2% in the past year.
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Studio
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450 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,397/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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665 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,749/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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964 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,192/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,343 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,062/month
Average Rent
Transportation
84
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
73
Excellent Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
75
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Schools
Masterman Julia R Secondary School
Public
Grades 5-12
1,186 Students
9
Public
Grades K-8
579 Students
9
Public
Grades K-8
683 Students
8
Public
Grades K-8
628 Students
8
Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP)
Public
Grades 5-12
579 Students
8
Masterman Julia R Secondary School
Public
Grades 5-12
1,186 Students
9
Public
Grades K-8
579 Students
9
Public
Grades 7-12
897 Students
8
Public
Grades 7-8
698 Students
8
Public
Grades K-8
683 Students
8
Public
Grades 9-12
2,364 Students
10
Masterman Julia R Secondary School
Public
Grades 5-12
1,186 Students
9
Public
Grades 9-12
1,179 Students
9
Public
Grades 9-12
436 Students
9
Public
Grades 7-12
897 Students
8
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Arboretum of the Barnes Foundation
- Merion Botanical Park
- Fairmount Park
- Shofuso - Japanese House and Garden
- Please Touch Museum
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Philadelphia International
- Trenton Mercer
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