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Chinatown Neighborhood Guide Philadelphia, PA

About

Chinatown in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant, multi-cultural neighborhood known for its exciting blend of Asian culture. Bordered by Vine Street, Arch Street, North 11th Street, and North 8th Street, it is a lively area with a rich history. Famous for its array of authentic Asian restaurants, bakeries and supermarkets, Chinatown offers an exciting, diverse food scene. The neighborhood is also known for its Chinese lanterns, colorful murals, and the Chinatown Friendship Gate, a beautiful landmark representing cultural exchange and friendship between Philadelphia and its sister city, Tianjin, China.

What You Will Love About Chinatown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  • The bustling ambiance and variety of Asian cuisines in the numerous restaurants and food markets.
  • The cultural richness visible in the architecture, street art, and annual events like the Chinese New Year celebration.
  • The Chinatown Friendship Gate, a distinctive symbol of Philadelphia's multicultural spirit.

What’s Nearby

Chinatown is adjacent to Center City, Philadelphia's downtown area, and is close to attractions like the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the historic Independence Hall. It's also nearby the Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market, a famous indoor farmer's market.

The Rental Market

Rents in Chinatown have a slight variation, with the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment around $1,250. The price range generally falls between a minimum average of $1,250 and a maximum average of $1,600. The standard deviation in the average price is $111.04, indicating a moderately stable rental market.

Rental Price Stability

The rental rates in Chinatown have shown relative stability over the last year, as indicated by the standard deviation of $111.04. Therefore, renters can expect a relatively predictable range of prices for rentals in this neighborhood.

Lifestyle

Chinatown is a lively neighborhood with a close-knit community feel. Its lifestyle is marked by multicultural events, delectable cuisine experiences, and the pulse of city life. Despite its urban location, parks like Franklin Square offer green spaces for relaxation.

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Rental Trends in Chinatown

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
$1250$1250$1250$1250$1250$1250$1250$1250$1250$1600$1600$1600$1600
$1800$1800$2600$2600$2600$2200$2100$2000$2000$2250$2500$2450$2450
Last updated 9/13/2024
948 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 1,536 restaurants, 139 grocery stores, and 83 parks within a mile of the Chinatown neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Jung Produce & Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    1002 Race St

  • GROCERY
    Lnl Lucky Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    155 N 10th St

  • GROCERY
    Chung May Food Market II

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    1017 Race St

  • GROCERY
    Asianfresh Food Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    142 N 10th St

  • GROCERY
    King Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    140 N 10th St

  • GROCERY
    Tuck Hing

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    218 N 10th St

Chinatown Apartments and Rentals

948 Rental properties in Chinatown, Philadelphia, PA.

  • Tower Place property

    $2,000+

    Tower Place

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    757–1356 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • The Alexander property

    $2,198+

    The Alexander

    Studio–4 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    605–2155 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • The Astir property

    $1,675+

    The Astir

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    2 Units Available

  • The Poplar property

    $1,715+

    The Poplar

    Studio–4 Beds • 1–4.5 Baths

    600–2730 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • 322 on North Broad property

    $1,576+

    322 on North Broad

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    529–1544 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Crane Chinatown property

    $1,695+

    Crane Chinatown

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    623–1168 Sqft

    3 Units Available

948 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
3.7%
1.5%
utilities
0.2%
7.8%
food
2.4%
2.9%
transportation
0.6%
6.6%
healthcare
0.6%
5.9%

Chinatown Demographics

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Chinatown Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 5 of 7 renters

948 Properties Available for Rent

Chinatown Transportation

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Walker’s Paradise

99/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

79/100
Bike Score®

Rider’s Paradise

100/100
3 bus stops, 2 train stops, 2 other stops

SEPTA BRS Chinatown Station

Train Stop

N 8TH St

New Century 2000

Bus Stop

228 N 11th St

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Bus Stop

1001 Filbert St

Source: foursquare.com

Chinatown Schools

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