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The Michener

$2,250/mo

2 bedrooms
2 baths
1,120 sq ft
1 unit available
Pet friendly

1617 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA, 19130

As of October 14, 2026, The Michener in Philadelphia, PA has 1 apartment for rent at $2,250/mo. The average asking rent has risen 63.6% since July 1, 2026, from $1,375 to $2,250.

Floor plans

The Michener has 1 unit available in 1 floor plan: a two-bedroom layout (1,120 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,120 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,250/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
Unit 403	$2,250	1,120	Oct 14

See all 2 units listed at The Michener, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At The Michener, a two-bedroom starts at about $2,565 a month all-in: $2,250 rent and an estimated $315 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$2,565/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 Michener takes about $81,000 a year for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,565 all-in month for a two-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $117,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,565/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$117,600/yr

Income to qualify

$81,000/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Michener has ranged from $1,350 to $2,450. The current average is $2,250, up $875 (63.6%) from $1,375 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (33 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Michener, the security deposit is $4,500.

Rent
$2,250/mo
Security deposit
$4,500
Earliest move-in
Oct 14

Amenities

The Michener is pet friendly and has parking on site and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 31 amenities, including exercise gym, patio / balcony, and dishwasher.

All Units Have Window Treatments With Blackout Shades In Bedrooms.
Beautiful Lobby
Bedroom Carpets
Bike Rack With Bike Repair Station
Cable Ready
Central Air
Community Room
Dishwasher
Elevator Building
Exercise Gym

Granite Counters
Granite Countertops
Hardwood Floors
Intercom System
Internet Access
In Unit Washer/Dryer
Mailroom
Microwave Oven
New Construction
On-Site Property Manager With Quick Repairs And Guidance
Parking
Parking Available
Patio / Balcony
Pet Friendly With Pet Washing Station
Pet Washing Station
Refrigerator Features An Ice Maker And Water Dispenser
Secure Mail Room With Refrigerator To Receive Food Deliveries
Security Cameras & Lighting
Stainless Steel Appliances
Washer & Dryer
Water Dispenser On Refrigerator

Amenity photos

Lobby
Parking

Location

1617 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA, 19130

Getting around

The Michener is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade B
Transit: Excellent; Grade B
Biking: Very bikeable; Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Michener 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

Oct 14: Moderate, AQI 52

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

86° / 22°

average July high / January low

Oct 14: 78° high, 64° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: very low

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	35°F	22°F	56 (moderate)	12 of 31
February	37°F	22°F	78 (moderate)	7 of 28
March	57°F	38°F	52 (moderate)	14 of 31
April	68°F	47°F	51 (moderate)	13 of 30
May	73°F	55°F	56 (moderate)	10 of 31
June	84°F	66°F	58 (moderate)	9 of 30
July	86°F	70°F	74 (moderate)	6 of 31
August	85°F	70°F	65 (moderate)	2 of 31
September	77°F	64°F	52 (moderate)	13 of 30
October	68°F	51°F	49 (good)	16 of 31
November	54°F	39°F	51 (moderate)	16 of 30
December	39°F	27°F	54 (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 Michener PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH UNIT YOU WANT TO SEE. Welcome to The Michener in Philadelphia This new apartment building offers modern amenities and convenience. With an elevator, parking, intercom system, and security cameras & lighting, residents can feel safe and secure. Mail room to receive packages and refrigerator to receive food deliveries. The apartments feature central air, ceiling fans, closet organizers granite counters, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, microwave oven, dishwasher, ice maker/water dispenser on refrigerator and in-unit washer/dryer for added comfort and convenience. Enjoy the fresh air on your own private patio or balcony. Stay connected with internet access and take advantage of the community room for gatherings or events. Pet friendly building with pet washing station. Bike racks with bike repair station. Lockers for storage. Exercise gym & so much more!! On-site property Manager for quick repairs and guidance. Experience upscale living at The Michener

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Michener is Edukare Camp Squeaker CC, a private preschool 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Franklin Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Edukare Camp Squeaker CC Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
Philadelphia Academic School Private · High	Private	High	0.2 mi
St Joseph's Preparatory School Private · High	Private	High	0.2 mi
Dailey Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
American Family Services Day Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
People For People Cs Charter · Middle	Charter	Middle	0.2 mi
Young World Early Learning Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Franklin Learning Center Public · High	Public	High	0.4 mi
Waring Laura W School Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.5 mi
Science Leadership Academy Public · High	Public	High	0.5 mi