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The Driftway

$1,600 – $3,155/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 484–1,205 sq ft
  • 10 units available
  • Pet friendly
4300 Kelly Dr, Philadelphia, PA, 19129

As of October 14, 2026, The Driftway in Philadelphia, PA has 10 apartments for rent from $1,600 to $3,155/mo. Studios start at $1,600, one-bedrooms at $2,000, and two-bedrooms at $2,687. The average asking rent has risen 5.1% since March 25, 2026, from $2,245 to $2,359.


Floor plans

The Driftway has 10 units available across 8 floor plans: a studio layout (484 sq ft), 3 one-bedroom layouts (651–776 sq ft), and 4 two-bedroom layouts (1,035–1,205 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Junior One Bedroom A

Studio • 1 Bath • 484 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,600/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
401$1,600484Oct 1

One Bedroom B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 651 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,000/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
522$2,070651Oct 22
433$2,000651Nov 9

One Bedroom Deluxe B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 776 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,350/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
526$2,400776Aug 21
426$2,350776Sep 16

One Bedroom B Patio

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 651 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,385/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
219$2,385651Sep 29

Two Bedroom C

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,035 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,687/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
329$2,6871,035Aug 8

Two Bedroom D

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,089 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,992/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
508$2,9921,089Oct 7

Two Bedroom Deluxe B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,180 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,145/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
503$3,1451,180Apr 21

Two Bedroom E

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,205 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,155/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
504$3,1551,205Feb 7

See all 75 units listed at The Driftway, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Driftway, a studio starts at about $2,055 a month all-in: $1,600 rent, $271 in listed fees, and an estimated $184 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,464 and a two-bedroom at about $3,194.

All-in from$2,055/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Driftway takes about $57,600 a year for a studio, $72,000 for a one-bedroom, and $96,732 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,055 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $91,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,055/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$91,600/yr

Income to qualify

$57,600/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Driftway has ranged from $2,195 to $2,572. The current average is $2,359, up $113 (5.1%) from $2,245 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for The Driftway shows $270.56 a month in fees (parking $150, internet services $40, pet rent $40, and 3 more) and $1,280 due at signing (security deposit $500, community amenity fee $350, pet fee $350, and 3 more).

  • Rent

    $1,600 – $3,155/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Feb 7

Monthly fees

Internet Services

$40/mo

Parking

$150/mo

Pet Rent

$40/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$14.5/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$20/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$50

Community Amenity Fee

$350

Pet Fee

$350

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Utility - Final Bill Fee

$15

Utility - New Account Fee

$15

Amenities

The Driftway is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 18 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and patio/balcony.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Billiards Room

  • Co-Working Suites

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • Garage Parking

  • Information Coming Soon!

  • Lounge Area With Wet Bar & Fireplace

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • Onsite Parking & Bike Storage

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Relaxation Room

  • Smoke Free

  • State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Game room
  • Lobby

Location

4300 Kelly Dr, Philadelphia, PA, 19129


Resident reviews

The Driftway has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate location (3.3) and management (3.1) highest and maintenance (2.4) lowest.

4.2
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.1
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.5
Building Quality2.9
Maintenance2.4
Location3.3
Overall31 reviews

Residents report strong satisfaction with staff friendliness, community events, and apartment condition, though significant concerns persist regarding maintenance responsiveness, facility upkeep, and communication consistency. Recurring issues include fire alarm malfunctions, garage pipe failures, elevator outages, mailroom organization, and noise from construction or workshop activities. Recent management transitions appear to correlate with service inconsistencies, particularly in phone accessibility and maintenance timelines.

Management responsiveness and communication have become inconsistent following recent ownership changes. While some residents report positive experiences with leasing and front desk staff, others cite prolonged unresolved maintenance issues, lack of timely updates, and reduced 24/7 desk coverage. Key concerns include extended facility outages, construction-related disruptions, and gaps between promised and delivered services.

Amenities including the gym, pool, and common areas are well-maintained and appreciated by residents. However, package handling in the mailroom has deteriorated, with packages left unsecured and disorganized on floors. Maintenance responsiveness has declined under current management, with extended outages affecting parking garage access and elevators, alongside recurring issues with fire alarms and trash room upkeep. Front desk service availability has been reduced from previous 24/7 coverage, impacting package security and resident support.

Residents report mixed experiences with building quality and maintenance responsiveness. While some praise the building's cleanliness, modern finishes, and bright spaces, others cite prolonged outages of key facilities—including elevators and garage access—along with ongoing construction noise and communication gaps from management. On-site staff are noted as helpful, though residents express frustration with delayed repairs and unclear timelines for resolution.

Maintenance responsiveness has declined significantly, with residents reporting extended outages of major facilities including elevators and garage entrances lasting weeks to months, along with recurring issues like fire alarm malfunctions and plumbing leaks. Communication from management about repair timelines and solutions is inconsistent. One recent review praised fast maintenance response, but the majority of feedback indicates unresolved infrastructure problems and reduced service levels compared to previous management.

The property offers a desirable location with convenient access to the river trail and nearby Manayunk area. However, residents report concerns about maintenance issues affecting basic living conditions, including recurring fire alarm activations and electrical problems that trip breakers during appliance use. Recent management and staffing changes have reduced 24/7 desk service availability, and some residents question the value proposition given current rent levels and ongoing operational challenges.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The Driftway is walkable and very bikeable, and transit is limited.

Walking
Walkable
Grade C+
Transit
Limited
Grade D
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Driftway was good on 132 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 78, moderate). Daily highs averaged 86°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 22°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

132 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 56

Temperature

86° / 22°

average July high / January low

: 82° high, 66° low

Pollen

Low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January35°F22°F56 (moderate)12 of 31
February37°F22°F78 (moderate)7 of 28
March57°F38°F52 (moderate)14 of 31
April68°F47°F51 (moderate)13 of 30
May73°F55°F56 (moderate)10 of 31
June84°F66°F58 (moderate)9 of 30
July86°F70°F74 (moderate)6 of 31
August85°F70°F65 (moderate)2 of 31
September77°F64°F52 (moderate)13 of 30
October68°F51°F49 (good)16 of 31
November54°F39°F51 (moderate)16 of 30
December39°F27°F54 (moderate)14 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Driftway is a 142-unit building in Philadelphia, PA.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    142

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Driftway is Wee Care Child Care Center-E Falls, a private preschool 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Mifflin Thomas School, 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Wee Care Child Care Center-E Falls

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

St Bridget Elementary School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.2 mi

Creative Minds Cc Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Creative Minds Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Mifflin Thomas School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.4 mi

Mifflin Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Ken Crest Redeemer Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Smart Center Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Smart Center Of Child Development Edu

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Philadelphia Hebrew Public Charter School

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary0.7 mi

Contact & management

The Driftway is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is (267) 651-9776.


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