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Updated 11 hours ago

Bala Apartments


4920-4950 City Ave Philadelphia, PA

Studio - 1 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

525 - 850 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
Deal

No deposit, no problem! Ask about our zero-deposit program!
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,224
525 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Montium
B325
$1,224
Available Now
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,325
850 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: Montium
B421
$1,325
Available Now
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B321
$1,325
Available Dec 14th, 2025
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1 Bed • 2 Bath
$1,325
800 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: Montium
E203
$1,325
Available Dec 14th, 2025
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A406
$1,325
Available Jan 14th, 2026
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3 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,700 - $1,825
1350 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: Montium
C431
$1,825
Rented
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D441
$1,700
Rented
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
80
Very Walkable
Bike Score®
60
Bikeable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Washer / Dryer Connections
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Refrigerator
Walk In Closets
Controlled Access
On Bus Line
Hardwood Floors
Instant Hot Water
Property Manager On-site
Video Patrol
Shuttle To Campus
Linen Closet
Dishwasher
High-speed Internet
Gated Entry
On-site Maintenance
Professional On-site Management
Cable Ready
Availability 24 Hours
Granite Countertop
Dining Room
Living Room
Office
Freezer
Microwave
Range / Oven
Cable-ready
Intercom System
Bath Tub
Carpet
Maintenance On-site
Elevator
Business Center
Court Yard
Online Community Portal
Near Campus
Eat-in Kitchen
Crown Molding
Bay Windows
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
No Pets Allowed
Pet Fee: $350.00
Pet Rent: $50.00
Size Restrictions:

Cat up to 50.00 lbs. Dog up to 50.00 lbs.

Parking
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length: 12 months
Property details
Description

Bala Apartments has served Philadelphia residents for over a century, offering pet-friendly studio, one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes. Choose from renovated and standard apartments for rent off City Avenue—near dining, shopping, entertainment, PCOM, and St. Joseph’s University. Park in our garage or street; access amenities including on-site management, maintenance, a fitness center, and next-door public transit. Enjoy history, charm, and convenience in a vibrant neighborhood. Schedule a tour and make Bala Apartments your next home today!

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 148
Last Updated: Updated 11 hours ago
Contact Number: (267) 435-3289
Property manager information
Montium
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Office Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for Bala Apartments by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$44,100
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$47,700
per year
Rent report

Bala Apartments Rent vs. Philadelphia Average

 Bala Apartments      Philadelphia Average
Studio
$1,224
$1,485
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
1BR
$1,325
$1,760
$0
$600
$1,200
$1,800
$2,400

Bala Apartments is asking 18% less than the average studio apartment in Philadelphia.

If you upsized to an average priced Philadelphia 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 16% more per month.

Bala Apartments provides 3% more square footage than the average Philadelphia studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
Bala Apartments
Studio $1,224 $2.30 $3,672
1BR $1,325 $1.60 $3,975
Philadelphia Average
Studio $1,485 $2.90 $4,455
1BR $1,760 $2.60 $5,280
2BR $2,226 $2.30 $6,677
3BR $2,201 $1.70 $6,604
4BR $2,396 $1.50 $7,187

Availability in Philadelphia

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 2,738 1BR units on the market in Philadelphia. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
14% 43% 26% 12% 4%
Available Units in Philadelphia
Studio 876
1BR 2,738
2BR 1,672
3BR 740
4BR 241
Location
Nearby Colleges

Saint Joseph's University

Saint Joseph's University

Drexel University

University of Pennsylvania

Temple University

Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Belmont Center For Comprehensive Treatment 0.69 mi.
Main Line Hospital Lankenau 1.94 mi.
Roxborough Memorial Hospital 2.19 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Parkside Fire Company 1 1.26 mi.
Westminster Fire Department 2.22 mi.
Philadelphia Fire Department 2.69 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 5 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 5 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 2 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 525 to 850 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio and 1 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,224 to $1,325. Bala Apartments has studio units available starting at $1,224 and 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,325.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 4920-4950 City Ave in Philadelphia, PA. It's 5.0 miles northwest from the center of Philadelphia.
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