{"id":17,"date":"2026-11-03T02:38:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T02:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chestnuthillvillageapt.com\/blog\/2026\/11\/03\/newly-renovated-apartments-in-northwest-philadelphia-what-to-look-for-before-you-sign\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T17:53:16","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T17:53:16","slug":"newly-renovated-apartments-in-northwest-philadelphia-what-to-look-for-before-you-sign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chestnuthillvillageapt.com\/blog\/2026\/11\/03\/newly-renovated-apartments-in-northwest-philadelphia-what-to-look-for-before-you-sign\/","title":{"rendered":"Newly Renovated Apartments in Northwest Philadelphia: What to Look For Before You Sign"},"content":{"rendered":"

The best newly renovated apartments in Northwest Philadelphia combine updated interiors (modern kitchens, hardwood floors and in-unit laundry) with well-kept common spaces, clear monthly costs and the paperwork Philadelphia law requires landlords to hand you at signing, including a Certificate of Rental Suitability and a lead-safe certification.<\/strong> This checklist walks you through what to look at on a tour, what to ask, and how Chestnut Hill Village Apartments in Chestnut Hill measures up, so you can compare communities with confidence.<\/p>\n

What does “newly renovated” actually mean?<\/h2>\n

“Renovated” can mean anything from fresh paint to a full gut renovation. Many of Northwest Philadelphia’s apartment communities are in older, well-built buildings, which is part of their charm, so the renovation is what decides whether daily life feels new. On a tour, ask what was updated and when, and then check for yourself using the list below.<\/p>\n

Your renovated-apartment checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What to check<\/th>\n	What to look for<\/th>\n	At Chestnut Hill Village<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Kitchen<\/td>\n	Updated appliances, enough counter and cabinet space<\/td>\n	Stainless-steel appliances<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Floors<\/td>\n	Durable flooring that’s easy to clean<\/td>\n	Hardwood floors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Laundry<\/td>\n	In-unit washer and dryer, not a shared basement room<\/td>\n	Washer and dryer in most homes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Storage<\/td>\n	Closets that fit real life, extra storage for bikes and seasonal items<\/td>\n	Large closets plus an onsite storage facility<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Comfort<\/td>\n	Central heating and air conditioning<\/td>\n	Air conditioning; select homes have fireplaces<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shared spaces<\/td>\n	Amenities that are open and maintained, not “coming soon”<\/td>\n	Pool, fitness center, yoga room, game room, business center, Wi-Fi caf\u00e9 and lounge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Outdoors<\/td>\n	Safe, usable outdoor space<\/td>\n	Playground, fire pits, BBQ and picnic area, gazebo<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Pets<\/td>\n	Clear pet policy and pet amenities<\/td>\n	Pet-friendly, with a pet spa and bark park<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Monthly costs<\/td>\n	Utilities, parking and fees in writing<\/td>\n	Residents pay gas, electric, water, sewer and trash; parking $50 unreserved or $100 reserved per month<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lease<\/td>\n	Terms that fit your plans<\/td>\n	12- and 18-month leases; shorter terms for a fee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n What paperwork should a Philadelphia landlord give you?<\/h2>\n This is the step most renters skip. Under Philadelphia law, when you sign a new lease your landlord must give you:<\/p>\n \n A Certificate of Rental Suitability<\/strong>, signed and dated, confirming the landlord holds the required rental license and that the property has no outstanding health or safety violations.<\/li>\n The “Partners for Good Housing” handbook<\/strong>, which explains landlord and tenant responsibilities.<\/li>\n Lead certification<\/strong>, confirming the rental is lead-safe or lead-free, as required by the city’s lead law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n You can read the requirements on the City of Philadelphia’s Fair Housing Commission site<\/a>. A well-run community will hand these over without being asked. If a landlord can’t produce them, take note.<\/p>\n Questions to ask on your tour<\/h2>\n \n When was this specific apartment last renovated, and what was replaced?<\/li>\n Which amenities are open today, and what are their hours?<\/li>\n Which utilities will I pay, and who are the providers?<\/li>\n How do I submit a maintenance request, and how quickly are they usually handled?<\/li>\n What are parking options and costs?<\/li>\n What lease lengths are available?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Many of these are already answered on our FAQ page<\/a>.<\/p>\n How does Chestnut Hill Village compare with other Northwest Philadelphia communities?<\/h2>\n Northwest Philadelphia has a mix of high-rises, garden-style communities and smaller buildings. Chestnut Hill Village brings together three collections, the Village, the Manor and the Townhomes, in Chestnut Hill at 7715 Crittenden Street. That gives you a range few single buildings can match: one-bedrooms from 440 square feet, two-bedrooms from 960 to 1,070 square feet, and two- and three-bedroom townhomes of 1,650 and 2,000 square feet, most with in-home laundry. It’s a short walk to Wyndmoor station for the train to Center City and a few minutes from the shops on Germantown Avenue. Compare layouts on our floor plans page<\/a>, see the full amenity list<\/a>, take a look at the pool<\/a>, or browse the photo gallery<\/a>.<\/p>\n Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n What should I look for in a newly renovated apartment?<\/h3>\n Check the kitchen, floors, laundry, storage, heating and cooling, and whether the amenities are actually open. Ask for monthly costs beyond rent in writing.<\/p>\n What documents must a Philadelphia landlord provide at lease signing?<\/h3>\n A signed Certificate of Rental Suitability, the Partners for Good Housing handbook and a lead-safe or lead-free certification.<\/p>\n Are there newly renovated apartments in Northwest Philadelphia with in-unit laundry?<\/h3>\n Yes. Chestnut Hill Village Apartments in Chestnut Hill has renovated homes with stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors and a washer and dryer in most homes.<\/p>\n What amenities does Chestnut Hill Village Apartments have?<\/h3>\n A landscaped pool, fitness center, yoga room, game room, business center, Wi-Fi caf\u00e9 and lounge, outdoor Wi-Fi lounge, playground, fire pits, BBQ and picnic area, pet spa, bark park and onsite storage.<\/p>\n Is Chestnut Hill Village pet-friendly?<\/h3>\n Yes. The community has a pet spa and a bark park for residents’ pets.<\/p>\n Helpful links<\/h2>\n \n City of Philadelphia: Certificate of Rental Suitability<\/a><\/li>\n Partners for Good Housing handbook (PDF)<\/a><\/li>\n City of Philadelphia: rental license requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n See the renovations in person. Schedule a tour<\/a> of Chestnut Hill Village Apartments or call (215) 242-3500.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The best newly renovated apartments in Northwest Philadelphia combine updated interiors (modern kitchens, hardwood floors and in-unit laundry) with well-kept common spaces, clear monthly costs and the paperwork Philadelphia law requires landlords to hand you at signing, including a Certificate of Rental Suitability and a lead-safe certification. This checklist walks you through what to look […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":32442,"featured_media":29,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-renting-tips"],"metadata":{"_pingme":["1"],"_yoast_wpseo_title":["Renovated Apartments in Northwest Philadelphia: Checklist"],"_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":["A renter\u2019s checklist for renovated apartments in Northwest Philadelphia, including the documents Philadelphia landlords must provide at signing."],"_yoast_wpseo_metakeywords":[""],"_thumbnail_id":["29"]},"yoast_head":"\n