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Quakertown West Apartment Homes

$1,380 – $1,875/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1 bath
  • 662–814 sq ft
  • 16 units available
  • Pet friendly
491 S 9th St, Quakertown, PA, 18951

As of October 14, 2026, Quakertown West Apartment Homes in Quakertown, PA has 16 apartments for rent from $1,380 to $1,875/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,380 and two-bedrooms at $1,580. The average asking rent has risen 11% since March 31, 2026, from $1,513 to $1,680.


Floor plans

Quakertown West Apartment Homes has 16 units available across 2 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (662 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (814 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

One Bedroom - 662 sqft

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 662 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,380/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
G-205$1,380662Nov 29
J-205$1,390662Dec 7
G-103$1,410662Dec 7
L-303$1,380662Dec 12

Two Bedroom - 814 sqft

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 814 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,580/mo

12 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B-302$1,845814Aug 28
E-202$1,855814Sep 16
F-202$1,595814Sep 21
E-308$1,845814Sep 25
A-208$1,855814Oct 13
H-202$1,855814Oct 14
M-208$1,580814Oct 24
J-308$1,590814Oct 24
G-202$1,640814Nov 3
L-201$1,585814Nov 7
C-207$1,875814Dec 14
H-101$1,630814Dec 21

See all 78 units listed at Quakertown West Apartment Homes, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Quakertown West Apartment Homes, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,619 a month all-in: $1,380 rent and an estimated $239 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,884.

All-in from$1,619/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 Quakertown West Apartment Homes takes about $49,680 a year for a one-bedroom and $56,880 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,619 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $69,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,619/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$69,400/yr

Income to qualify

$49,680/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Quakertown West Apartment Homes has ranged from $1,510 to $1,973. The current average is $1,680, up $167 (11%) from $1,513 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (183 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Quakertown West Apartment Homes, leases run 11 months.

  • Rent

    $1,380 – $1,875/mo
  • Lease term

    11 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 28

Amenities

Quakertown West Apartment Homes is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 28 amenities, including swimming pool, dishwasher*, and air conditioning.

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

  • Air Conditioning

  • Amazon Hub

  • Ceiling Fans

  • Dishwasher*

  • Dog Park

  • Gas Range

  • Granite Countertops*

  • Grilling & Picnic Area

  • Laundry Facility

  • Microwave*

  • Non-Smoking Community

  • Online Rental Payments

  • Onsite Management & Maintenance

  • Outdoor Games

  • Pet-Friendly Community

  • Playground

  • Spacious Closets

  • Stainless Steel Appliances*

  • Storage Space

  • Sundeck

  • Swimming Pool

  • Tile Backsplash*

  • Vinyl Plank Flooring*

  • Wall-To-Wall Carpeting

  • Washer And Dryer (Side-By-Side)*

  • White Shaker Cabinetry*

  • Second Floor


Location

491 S 9th St, Quakertown, PA, 18951


Resident reviews

Residents of Quakertown West Apartment Homes rate maintenance (4.6) and amenities and shared spaces (4.2) highest and location (3.5) lowest.

2.5
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.0
Maintenance4.6
Building Quality4.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.2
Location3.5
Overall62 reviews

Quakertown West Apartments receives mixed reviews reflecting significant variation in resident experiences. Positive reviews highlight responsive maintenance, friendly office staff, and good location convenience, particularly under recent management. However, negative reviews consistently cite outdated apartment conditions, high fees with frequent increases, maintenance delays, poor communication, and ongoing issues with noise, smoking, and pest control. The property appears to be undergoing improvements, but long-standing concerns about aging infrastructure and inconsistent service delivery persist.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with residents reporting delayed maintenance responses, unresolved billing issues, and limited accessibility to office staff. While some residents praise friendly and efficient service, particularly under recent management changes, others describe poor communication, automatic lease renewals without clear notice, and difficulty reaching staff to resolve disputes. Office staff professionalism varies significantly across resident experiences.

Maintenance responsiveness and follow-through vary significantly across resident experiences. While some residents report prompt same-day repairs and responsive staff, others describe extended delays lasting months for basic repairs like plumbing and appliance fixes, with work orders sometimes incomplete or requiring repeated requests. Common issues include slow response times, incomplete repairs, and difficulty reaching maintenance staff, though recent management changes have reportedly improved service quality and professionalism.

This property experiences significant building quality challenges, particularly with noise insulation, maintenance responsiveness, and fixture durability. Residents report paper-thin walls allowing neighbor noise to penetrate units, recurring plumbing and heating issues, and delayed or incomplete repairs. Common area appliances (washers and dryers) are aging and frequently malfunction, while structural concerns including water damage, mold, and visible cracks have been documented in multiple units.

Laundry facilities are a consistent pain point, with residents reporting old, unreliable machines that are expensive to operate and often out of service. Maintenance response times vary widely—some residents report same-day service while others describe months-long delays for repairs. Common-area cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent, with laundry rooms, lobbies, and hallways frequently cited as dirty. Parking and snow/ice removal present ongoing challenges, with inadequate lot maintenance and delayed seasonal clearing.

The property offers convenient access to Route 309, nearby stores, and town, with competitive pricing that residents appreciate. However, location benefits are offset by persistent issues with shared laundry facilities (limited machines, frequent breakdowns, cleanliness concerns), parking lot maintenance (potholes, dim lighting), and snow/ice removal. Common area upkeep and noise transmission between units are recurring concerns that affect the overall living experience despite the favorable commute access.

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

Quakertown West Apartment Homes is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Quakertown West Apartment Homes was good on 180 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 71, moderate). Daily highs averaged 84°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 19°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

180 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 53

Temperature

84° / 19°

average July high / January low

: 77° high, 61° low

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

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

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January32°F19°F49 (good)19 of 31
February35°F19°F71 (moderate)8 of 28
March55°F35°F51 (moderate)15 of 31
April64°F43°F50 (good)16 of 30
May71°F51°F53 (moderate)16 of 31
June82°F62°F53 (moderate)15 of 30
July84°F66°F66 (moderate)7 of 31
August82°F65°F58 (moderate)8 of 31
September75°F60°F45 (good)19 of 30
October65°F46°F42 (good)23 of 31
November51°F36°F47 (good)19 of 30
December37°F23°F49 (good)15 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Quakertown West Apartment Homes offers 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in Quakertown, PA! Fantastic amenities + Great location near Sellersville Theater. Click for more info!


Nearby schools

The closest school to Quakertown West Apartment Homes is Quakertown Community Senior High School, a public high school 0.5 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Quakertown Community Senior High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

Quakertown El School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.6 mi

Life Span Day Care-Quakertown

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

The Goddard School - Quakertown

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.7 mi

Upper Bucks Ymca Child Care

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Day Care Plus

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

United Friends School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.8 mi

St Isidore Elementary School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.9 mi

Upper Bucks Ymca Dc-Sports Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Tween Tot Children's Nursery

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Contact & management

Quakertown West Apartment Homes is managed by Morgan Properties. The leasing office's phone number is 570-634-5974.