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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Bala Cynwyd, PA

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  17. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $675

    152 East St

    152 East St, Philadelphia, PA 19127
  22. Building Photo - Belmont Place
    STUDIO
    $925+
    1 BED
    $1,100+

    Belmont Place

    2217 N 51st St, Philadelphia, PA 19131

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Bala Cynwyd at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,033
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School Rating

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Some Transit

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49

Somewhat Bikeable

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Bala Cynwyd, PA Apartments for Rent

Bala Cynwyd, located just outside of Philadelphia, combines residential charm with convenient city access. This Montgomery County community, established in the 1680s by Welsh Quakers, takes its name from the town of Bala and village of Cynwyd in Wales. Current one-bedroom apartments in Bala Cynwyd rent for an average of $1,973. Residents enjoy easy access to Philadelphia via City Avenue (U.S. Route 1), while the area maintains its character with established neighborhoods and historic architecture.

The Cynwyd Heritage Trail, a 2-mile linear park, connects Bala Cynwyd to Philadelphia's Manayunk neighborhood. Montgomery Avenue and Bala Avenue offer local dining establishments, while the Bala Cynwyd Library houses more than 221,000 items. Two SEPTA Regional Rail stations on the Cynwyd Line provide transportation into Philadelphia. The area is served by the Lower Merion School District and offers shopping at Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center on City Avenue, positioning the community just minutes from Center City Philadelphia.

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Getting Around Bala Cynwyd

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65

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
49

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
2

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Belmont Hills El School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-4
344 Students
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Cynwyd School

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-4
431 Students

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