greenbean0721 OP t1_jaagx6v wrote on February 28, 2023 at 12:48 AM

Reply to comment by Allemaengel in Where can I find safe and affordable housing in Pennsylvania? by greenbean0721

Ugh! This is embarrassing, but I’d like to stay $1500 - $1700 for mortgage and utilities.

Allemaengel t1_jaaitby wrote on February 28, 2023 at 1:02 AM

Sorry, I didn't mean to be nosey.

That might work for something small in Quakertown in Upper Bucks County or the Pennsburg or Pottstown areas in northern Montgomery County.

Prices in even those traditionally less expensive areas have been going up like everywhere else though.

It's better further north just past the mountain in Schuylkill (Pottsville or Tamaqua ) and Carbon (Lehighton area) counties but that's really pushing your 1.5 hour to Philly window.

greenbean0721 OP t1_jaasz7o wrote on February 28, 2023 at 2:17 AM

No worries, you’re just trying to offer information

Muscadine76 t1_jacdhtp wrote on February 28, 2023 at 12:42 PM

It might take some snooping around but honestly should be able to find small dog-friendly apartment with yard access in one of the safer areas of the city, like Manayunk-Roxborough area. Eg: https://www.trulia.com/p/pa/philadelphia/200-east-st-1-philadelphia-pa-19128--2297861416

There are even places with off-street parking if that’s something you need, eg: https://www.bexrealty.com/Pennsylvania/Philadelphia/Manayunk/Nob-Hill-Condominiums/Rentals.php

Pink_Slyvie t1_jacwxzv wrote on February 28, 2023 at 3:16 PM

This would be my thought. Suburban areas are so expensive because they are so unsustainable.