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1421 E Columbia Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

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The Columbia

1421 E Columbia Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(856) 249-3591
The Columbia in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,425-$2,900 Pricing
  • 450–1,200 Square 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 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,425 and having 450–1,200 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    01 Layout

    $1,425

    Studio, 1 Bath, 450 sq ft
    Available Sep 7

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $1,425 September 7, 2026501450

    Unit 501 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Ice Maker
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Bike Room
    • City Views
    • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    • Mail & Package Area
    • New Construction
    • Roof Deck

    Unit 501 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,425

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,425
  • 1 Bedroom

    1BR/1.0BA

    $1,825

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 750 sq ft
    Available Aug 4

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $1,825 August 4, 2026304750

    Unit 304 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Ice Maker
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Bike Room
    • City Views
    • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    • Mail & Package Area
    • New Construction
    • Roof Deck

    Unit 304 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,825

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,825
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2BR/2.0BA

    $2,375

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1025 sq ft
    Available Oct 7

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,375 October 7, 20262021025

    Unit 202 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Interior

    • Elevator

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Bike Room
    • City Views
    • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    • Keyless Latch Entry System
    • Mail & Package Area
    • New Construction
    • Roof Deck

    Unit 202 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,375

    Unit Description

    Welcome to - The Columbia! Don't pass up a great opportunity to secure a beautiful residence in this 17 unit community located in the heart of Fishtown. This brand new 5-story apartment building features a 6-stop elevator, fully furnished roof deck with picturesque skyline views, bike room, 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 keyless entry, Eco-bee smart thermostats, organized closet systems, and spacious layouts with plenty of natural light. 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. We are also PET FRIENDLY! Reach out today for unit availability and to set up a tour.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,375
  • 3 Bedrooms

    Unit 101

    $2,900

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1200 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $2,900Available Now1011200

    Unit 101 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Bike Room
    • City Views
    • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
    • Mail & Package Area
    • New Construction
    • On-Site Parking
    • Roof Deck

    Unit 101 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,900

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,900
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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 listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Other Fees and Policies

Parking Fees

Garage
Parking FeeiMax of 5. Charged per vehicle.$300.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 5. Parking available on a first come, first serve basis. Limit of one space per unit.

Pet Policy and Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

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

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1421 E Columbia Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 90 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

    Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Parks

    Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 40 / 100 Noise Level

    Some sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

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?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at The Columbia currently range from $1,425 to $2,900

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Columbia Apartments are 3.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Fishtown area, and 5.18% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Fishtown Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,425$1,405+$201.4%
    1 Bedroom$1,825$1,818+$70.4%
    2 Bedroom$2,375$2,599-$224-8.6%
    3 Bedroom$2,900$3,086-$186-6.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,425$1,592-$167-10.5%
    1 Bedroom$1,825$2,001-$176-8.8%
    2 Bedroom$2,375$2,464-$89-3.6%
    3 Bedroom$2,900$2,837+$632.2%

    Methodology: On 08/03/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 340 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Columbia (Fishtown), and 12284 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 08/03/2026

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

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

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Nearby Schools

Adaire Alexander School

The School District of Philadelphia
1300 East Palmer Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (447 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
8/10

Penn Treaty Middle School

The School District of Philadelphia
600 East Thompson Street
Public School - Grades 6-12 (398 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
4/10
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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

Walgreens

1809 E Allegheny Ave
4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Target

2701 Castor Ave
5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

Lowe's

3800 Aramingo Ave
5 minute drive / 2.8 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

Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience

900 Walnut St
4 minute drive / 2.04 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

Nearby Neighborhoods

Fishtown

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,095
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Olde Kensington

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $1,199
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West Kensington

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $700
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Philadelphia Studio Apartments $1,592$300$6,525
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,001$574$10,000+
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,464$725$10,000+
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,837$600$10,000+
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,207$585$10,000+
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,386$650$5,000
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,708$525$4,500

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