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1421 E Columbia Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
(856) 249-3591
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The Columbia

1421 E Columbia Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(856) 249-3591
The Columbia in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $1,295Pricing
  • 450Square Feet

About The Columbia

Welcome to The Columbia! A brand new 5-story apartment building located in the heart of Fishtown delivered by Khosla Properties. The building features a 6-stop elevator, fully finished rooftop deck, onsite parking, and private storage spaces for tenants. The units are outfitted with top of line ultra-modern finishes which include Samsung stainless steel appliances, modern European style cabinetry, waterfall quartz countertops + backsplashes, Latch smart access, smart thermostats, organized closet systems, and large spacious layouts. The Columbia is conveniently located one block from Frankford Avenue and is walking distance to Suraya, Cheu, Frankford Hall, City Fitness, La Columbe, Front Street Café, Pizzeria Beddia, Laser Wolf, and Palmer Park. The building is pet friendly! REDUCED MOVE IN COSTS: Our current leasing promotion allows approved prospects to move in with only 2x monthly rent (first + security). If first month is less than 20 days of occupancy, a full month will be collected for this charge and prorated credit given on month #2.

The Columbia is located in the Fishtown Neighborhood and 19125 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA. This community is professionally managed by Skale Real Estate

Unique Features and Amenities

  • City Views
  • Furnished Communal Roofdeck
  • Keyless Latch Entry System
  • New Construction
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Roof Deck

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Columbia offers Studio apartments having 450 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • Studio

      0BR/1.0BA

      Studio, 1 Bath, 450 sq ft
       

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,295Call for Availability0BR/1.0BA450 sq ft$1,295

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Cable Ready
      • Heating
      • Skylights
      • Sprinkler System
      • Storage Space
      • Tub/Shower
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Eat-in Kitchen
      • Freezer
      • Ice Maker
      • Island Kitchen
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,295

      Deposit

      • $1,295 deposit
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 17 Units
    • 5 Stories
    • Built in 2021

    Lease Terms

    • 12 - 24 mo

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

    Other Fees

    Parking Fees

    Garage

    Parking Fee$300/mo

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats

    • 1 Pet Limit
    • Fees Not Specified

    city views, new construction, cable ready, walk-in closets, keyless latch entry system, bike room, roof deck, mail & package area

    Dogs

    • 1 Pet Limit
    • Fees Not Specified

    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • City Views
    • Furnished Communal Roofdeck
    • Keyless Latch Entry System
    • New Construction
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Roof Deck

    On-Site Services

    • Recycling
    • 24 Hour Access

    Community Features

    • Corporate Housing
    • Elevator

    Outdoor Features

    • Roof Terrace
    • Controlled Access
    • Deck

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Heating
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Cable Ready
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Microwave
    • Island Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Eat In Kitchen
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Views
    • Window Coverings
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Large Bedrooms

    Student Features

    • Private Bathroom
    • Individual Locking Bedrooms

    Unique Amenities

    • Garage Available
    Google Map

    Map

    1421 E Columbia Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    87 / 100

    Very Walkable

    Most errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    89 / 100

    Very Bikeable

    Biking is convenient for most trips

    Transit Score®

    67 / 100

    Good Transit

    Many nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Columbia

    Where is The Columbia located?

    The Columbia is located at 1421 E Columbia Ave near the Fishtown area of Philadelphia, PA

    What is the current rent range at The Columbia?

    Call us today for rates on the Studio option at The Columbia

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Good Value3.6

      The The Columbia Apartments are 17.1% cheaper than the average apartment in the Fishtown area, and 17.3% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Fishtown Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,295$1,562-$267-17.1%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,295$1,566-$271-17.3%

      Methodology: On 10/31/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 102 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Columbia (Fishtown), and 2972 other apartment communities in Philadelphia using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 10/31/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.2

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

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    Nearby Schools

    Adaire Alexander School

    The School District of Philadelphia
    1300 East Palmer Street
    Public School - Grades K-8 (394 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
    6/10

    Penn Treaty Middle School

    The School District of Philadelphia
    600 East Thompson Street
    Public School - Grades 6-12 (468 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
    3/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Columbia.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Kimmel Center for Performing Arts

    260 South Broad Street
    4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

    Free Library of Philadephia

    1901 Vine Street
    4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

    The Frankling Institute

    222 N 20th St
    5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Autozone

    2520 Aramingo Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

    Walgreens

    1809 E Allegheny Ave
    4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

    Target

    2701 Castor Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - Camden Campus

    406 Penn
    4 minute drive / 1.49 miles away

    Temple University - Main Campus

    1801 North Broad Street
    4 minute drive / 1.54 miles away

    Camden County College - Camden City Campus

    200 North Broadway
    5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

    Groceries

    The Fresh Grocer

    1501 N Broad St
    4 minute drive / 1.54 miles away

    Acme Markets

    309-337 S 5th St
    4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away

    Lidl

    16 Wolf St
    7 minute drive / 3.62 miles away

    Hospitals

    Hahnemann University Hospital

    230 North Broad Street
    5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

    Wills Eye Hospital

    840 Walnut Street
    4 minute drive / 2.03 miles away

    Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    111 South 11th Street
    4 minute drive / 2.07 miles away

    Military Bases

    Defense Personnel Support Center

    10 minute drive / 4.69 miles away

    Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

    11 minute drive / 5.25 miles away

    Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

    12 minute drive / 5.74 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site

    532 N. 7th St
    3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

    Franklin Square

    200 N 6th St
    4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away

    Independence Historical Park

    5th & Chestnut
    4 minute drive / 2.11 miles away

    The Columbia has 5 parks within 5.2 miles, including Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site, Franklin Square, Independence Historical Park, Jefferson Square Park, and Bartram Gardens.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Tacconelli's Pizzeria

    2604 East Somerset Street
    3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away

    Pink Rose Pastry Shop

    630 S 4th St
    4 minute drive / 2.25 miles away

    La Colombe Torrefaction

    130 S. 19th Street
    5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Shops at Schmidts

    W Girard Ave & N 2nd St
    1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

    Fishtown Crossing

    2401-2499 Aramingo Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

    The Plaza at Spring Garden

    100 Spring Garden St
    2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

    The Columbia has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Girard (MFL)-Market-Frankford Line

    84 W Girard Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away

    Girard and Front (15 Line)-Route 15

    1 minute drive / 0.34 miles away

    Berks-Market-Frankford Line

    1904 N Front St
    1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Philadelphia Studio Apartments $1,566$502$5,300
    Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,920$500$6,100
    Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,386$499$10,000+
    Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,799$599$10,000+
    Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,828$585$9,228
    Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,662$650$4,500
    Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,648$1,850$4,950

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