Top 10 Communities in Philadelphia, PA

On ApartmentRatings, real renters have the ability to rate and review their apartment communities based on their experience touring and or living in the communities. ApartmentRatings offers renters the ability to see what life is like at a community through a report card grade style format called epIQ. Every month we highlight apartment communities whose renters have chosen them as having an A+ experience. 

This month we’re highlighting the top 10 communities in Philadelphia, PA, whose renters have given them an exceptional A+ epIQ Grade based on their living experiences, as well as, the management companies’ response to their reviews. If you’re moving to Philadelphia, PA and are looking for apartments, check out at these top 10 communities.

Ambassador Apartments – 828 Red Lion Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Interesting Features: A great location for adventure and learning! Plan a visit at the Briar Bush Nature Center or take a tour at the Glencairn Museum of Eastern and Western Religions – both a 15 minute drive away. 

Resident Review: “Very nice apartment as promised! We really like it. The location is convenient and that was important for us and our family! The apartments here are all so very nice, big, spacious, and so quiet due to the concrete ceilings and walls. The pool looks very nice and the landscaping very well kept up and I can tell that I will enjoy living here! So nice and professional and overall excellent!”

Park Place One Apartments – 1801 Winchester Ave # A1, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Interesting Features: With over 10 local eateries, you can enjoy endless options! Grab some friends and watch your favorite sports team at Miller’s Ale House or plan a date night at the delicious Macaroni’s Italian cuisine, both only 5 minutes away. 

Resident Review: “The management and staff really care about this place and their tenants. The grounds are beautiful. Roses, flowers and all kinds of greenery are everywhere and always well maintained. The apartments have more closets than I ever had. The home I owned had less storage space! Maintenance requires that the staff responds usually in less than a day! We enjoy the pool every summer. The deck is a lovely place to sit on a summer afternoon. I love the bridge which goes over the babbling brook. No other development around here comes close to Park Place. My husband and I are not going anywhere.”

Cedar Glen Apartments – 9140 Old Bustleton Ave – C111, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Interesting Features: An ideal location, within walking distance to community parks, shopping, entertainment, and dining. Choose from Walmart, ALDI, Bell’s Market, and Netcost Market for all your grocery needs! Cedar Glen residents also enjoy easy access to Route 1, the PA Turnpike, and I-95.

Verified Resident Review: “I have been very happy living here. It is quiet and the maintenance staff are very helpful and willing to help however they are able. The office staff is always friendly and gets to the problem needing solving and addresses it very quickly. Feel secure that if something big goes wrong it will be taken care of in a short amount of time.”

Benton Garden Apartments – 1800-1814 Benton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Interesting Features: Calling all nature lovers! This community sits close by the Pennypack Creek, filled with parks and beautiful trails. Visit Krewstown and plan a fun family day at Champions Park Playground while making a stop at the Pennypack Environmental Center! 

Verified Resident Review: “Well, since I’ve been a part of this little, quiet community, I really haven’t had any complaints. Everyone is pretty much respectful and courteous towards me and their next door neighbors are very peaceful and quiet. The grounds are pretty much properly groomed and maintained regularly!”

Park Circle Apartments – 8221-8229 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Interesting Features: An endless array of bars and pubs! Choose from Rhawn Pub Inc for a quick drink or make a stop at Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub. There’s over 10 local spots to choose from, all within a 10 minute drive. 

Verified Resident Review: “A fairly quiet community with nice neighbors. Having shopping centers around in walking distance is definitely a plus. There’s also a variety of bus routes that run past the apartment or close by that make getting around simple.”

Rushwood Apartments – 10825 E Keswick Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Interesting Features: Amenities on amenities! With a newly renovated fitness center, yoga room, picnic area with grilling stations, bike share, pool, and more, this community offers endless options to stay entertained. 

Verified Resident Review: “The neighbors are extremely pleasant! The neighborhood is very clean and in an area that is convenient. There is an easy commute to and from grocery stores and to work. It’s also very close to the 95 Expressway.”

Green Street Apartments – 2113 Green Street #1R, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Interesting Features: Enjoy a unique lifestyle of sophistication and convenience! Just north of Benjamin Franklin Parkway, west of City Hall and east of Fairmount Park. Discover many cultural and recreational events around! 

Verified Resident Review: “This is an affluent community with lots to eat and do. They are filled with lots of good local restaurants with live music and it is a good walking distance to the center city or the art museum. I think the charm of living in Fairmount is the huge trees and the classic Philly row houses that fill up the streets.”

Blue Grass Estates – 9213 – 02 Blue Grass Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114

Interesting Features: This area includes fun for all ages! Check out Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, a carefully curated garden of mosaicked folk art and sculptures and plan an exciting day at the Philadelphia Zoo – both only 25 minutes away. 

Verified Resident Review: “It’s a pleasure to live here at Blue Grass Estates. Never had one issue in my 3 years living here. I believe if anyone is looking for a safe, quiet, clean community , they will be very happy here. If I could buy my unit, I would.”

Woodbridge Mews – 9401 Ashton Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114

Interesting Features: Enjoy delicious eats and sweets around this area! Make a reservation at Maggie’s Waterfront Cafe and take a sweet treat home with you from ScoopAffles Ice Cream Parlor. 

Verified Resident Review: “People are polite and it is a quiet place to live. The move in was easy and everyone in the community has been very friendly. It’s close to transportation and shopping. I was going to school when I moved in and now am working close to home which is in a good location.”

Park Chase Apartments – 8118 Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Interesting Features: This community offers the peacefulness of a residential neighborhood, with easy access to Center City by train, bus or car. Septa’s train to Market East, 30th Street Station, and Temple University is a five-minute walk; and the bus to Franklin Mills stops at your door.

Verified Resident Review: “This community and apartments are located in a very nice area. Many businesses and transportation close by. Quiet community and clean. Staff are on point in helping you. I feel safe here. I recommend this complex to live in. They are professional and want to make your residence comfortable.”