5506 Walnut St, Apt 2R, Philadelphia, PA 19139
0 bed · 1 bath · 7.5 mi from campus · 650 sq ft · Apartment
$790/mo
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Graduate student housing near Swarthmore College
Explore graduate students near Swarthmore College in Swarthmore, PA. This guide highlights live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for graduate and professional students.
Average rent
$886/mo
Walk score
56/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~17 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Swarthmore College land around ~$2,030/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Swarthmore, PA scores about 73/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting graduate students often start in Swarthmore Heights and Near North before expanding search radius.
Popular apartment communities
Inventory near Swarthmore College includes mix of small complexes and shared houses. Compare 24 active listings filtered for graduate students.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$1,250/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$1,500/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$1,900/mo avg
This topic avg
$886/mo
Housing match score
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93/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
73/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
84/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
59/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
91/100
Transit and bike access
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939 Belmont Ave, Unit 2F, Philadelphia, PA 19104
0 bed · 1 bath · 9.0 mi from campus · 405 sq ft · Apartment
$800/mo
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4804 Chester Ave, Apt 105, Philadelphia, PA 19143
0 bed · 1 bath · 7.9 mi from campus · 260 sq ft · Apartment
$850/mo
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3300 Henry Ave, Unit 438, Philadelphia, PA 19129
0 bed · 1 bath · 11.8 mi from campus · Apartment
$850/mo
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Frequently asked questions
How much does graduate students cost near Swarthmore College?
Filtered listings average about $886/month. Campus-wide averages run $1,500 for 1BR and $1,900 for 2BR.
Is graduate students good for graduate and professional students?
International students should prioritize transit access, furnished options, and clear utility rules. Many arrivals time housing to orientation week — start early if you need guarantor or proof-of-funds paperwork.…
When should Swarthmore College students start searching?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Swarthmore College, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
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