Pricing and Fees, Verified
Four sourced unit records give an actual price-per-square-foot picture the raw listings never compute themselves.
| Unit type | Size | Price | $ per sq ft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bed / 1 bath | 590 sq ft | $1,623 | $2.75 | Apartments.com |
| 1 bed / 1 bath | 642 sq ft | $1,688 | $2.63 | Apartment Finder |
| 2 bed / 2.5 bath | 1,050 sq ft | $2,192 | $2.09 | ApartmentHomeLiving |
| 2 bed / 2.5 bath (renovated) | 1,050 sq ft | $2,303 | $2.19 | ApartmentHomeLiving |
The two 1-bedrooms run $2.63 to $2.75 a square foot; the two 2-bedrooms run $2.09 to $2.19. Smaller units cost more per square foot here, which is normal in mid-rise buildings, but it’s not a number any of the four listing pages states outright.
Exact current application-fee, security-deposit, and storage-fee amounts by floor plan were not confirmed against a live, citable source at the time of writing. Treat any specific dollar figure you see elsewhere as unverified until leasing confirms it in writing.
Who This Actually Suits
| Renter type | Fit signal | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Main Line commuter | Wynnewood has its own SEPTA stop, same neighborhood as the property | See the commute section below for a station correction |
| Student near St. Joseph’s or Haverford | Roughly a mile from Saint Joseph’s University per Apartments.com’s distance data | No campus shuttle confirmed; budget for a car or rideshare |
| Corporate or relocating renter | Actively listed on CorporateHousing.com’s reseller network | The reseller listing doesn’t state a minimum stay length; ask directly |
| Pet owner | Marketed with a dog park across three listing sites | Apartments.com’s FAQ states pets are not allowed. Confirm before applying |
The Pet-Policy Conflict, Resolved
Here’s the contradiction, stated plainly. Apartments.com’s FAQ for this listing says The Palmer does not allow pets, service animals excepted. At the same time, the property’s amenity lists across ApartmentHomeLiving, CorporateHousing.com, and the official site all market a fenced dog park, and ApartmentList tags the property “Dogs Allowed” and “Cats Allowed” in its amenities grid, then states in its own FAQ that the property is not pet-friendly.
That’s not one outlier page. It’s the same contradiction appearing inside a single source twice. The likely explanation: the dog park may be a legacy amenity or a policy that changed, and the syndicated feeds haven’t caught up. Don’t assume either version. Call the leasing office and get the current policy in writing before you tour, especially if a pet is a dealbreaker.
Does The Palmer allow pets?
Sources disagree. Apartments.com’s FAQ says no pets; other listing feeds market a dog park and mark pets as allowed. Confirm directly with leasing before applying.
Getting To and From Center City
Several listings describe the commute by way of “Overbrook Regional Rail Station.” That’s not the closest option. SEPTA’s own station roster for the Paoli/Thorndale Line lists a separate Wynnewood stop, at 67 East Wynnewood Road, one stop further from the city than Overbrook and in the same neighborhood as the property.
Checking SEPTA’s published weekday timetable, effective July 5, 2026, against the Wynnewood-to-Suburban-Station segment puts most trains in the 18 to 20 minute range, depending on the run. That roughly matches the “18 minutes” figure repeated across listings, though none of them name where the number comes from.
Is the 18-minute train claim accurate?
Close. SEPTA’s published weekday schedule puts Wynnewood-to-Suburban-Station trips at about 18 to 20 minutes depending on the run. The commonly repeated figure holds up, even though no listing names its source.
What Changed Recently at the Property
A CorporateHousing.com resident review from a current tenant describes new management, an attentive maintenance crew, and new fitness equipment. That lines up with a documented ownership and construction history: Bozzuto’s construction portfolio records a 22-unit expansion called Palmer West on the same Wynnewood site, designed by PZS Architects for owner Cross Properties, completed in spring 2019, with Bozzuto Management Company running the property at that time. Management has apparently changed since: ApartmentHomeLiving currently lists the property under Chevron Realty Management LLC.
School District: Confirm Before You Sign
Apartments.com’s listing states the address falls in the Lower Merion School District attendance zone. The GreatSchools data embedded on that same page, however, lists nearby schools that are Philadelphia public schools, not Lower Merion ones. If schools matter to your decision, verify the specific assigned school directly with the district rather than trusting the marketing copy or the embedded school widget.
How It Compares to Nearby Wynnewood Rentals
| Bedroom count | Penn Wynne submarket average | The Palmer’s published range |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $1,690 | $1,598 to $1,688 |
| 2 bedroom | $2,589 | $2,192 to $2,580 |
| 3 bedroom | $3,076 | Up to roughly $3,500 in aggregated data; not confirmed in current live listings |
The submarket figures come from ApartmentList’s Penn Wynne data. The Palmer’s 1- and 2-bedroom pricing sits at or slightly below that average; the 3-bedroom row is the least reliable figure here and should be treated as dated.
Before You Tour
- Get the pet policy in writing. Don’t rely on the amenity page.
- Ask which unit is “just renovated.” Only some floor plans carry that tag; ask which ones and what changed.
- Confirm the exact fee schedule. Application, deposit, and storage costs vary by unit and weren’t consistently published.
- Check the distance to Wynnewood station yourself, not Overbrook.
Reputation, With the Real Sample Size
ApartmentRatings.com puts The Palmer at 4 out of 5 stars across 58 reviews, a meaningfully larger sample than the single review sometimes cited elsewhere. Reviews mention a clean, well-maintained building and responsive communication from management, alongside the same “new management” language found on CorporateHousing.com.
How reliable is the property’s star rating?
ApartmentRatings.com shows 4 out of 5 stars across 58 reviews, a real sample rather than a single embedded review some listings imply.
Who currently manages The Palmer?
Chevron Realty Management LLC, per ApartmentHomeLiving’s current listing. Bozzuto Management ran the property as of the 2019 Palmer West expansion; residents describe a more recent transition.
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