Blayr is located at 145 East City Avenue in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania 19004, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County. The seven-story, 217-unit building opened in 2026 and replaced the former Lord & Taylor department store as part of the evolving City Avenue corridor.
Blayr is located in Bala Cynwyd, at the gateway to Philadelphia's Main Line. The building is integrated into the Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center and sits just steps from City Avenue, offering a walkable mix of retail, dining and services with direct connections to downtown Philadelphia.
Blayr offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartment residences in Bala Cynwyd, ranging from approximately 560 to 1,395 square feet. Homes feature airy open layouts, refined finishes, quartz countertops with tile backsplashes, stainless steel Energy Star appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, in-unit washers and dryers and Mecho shades. Select homes include private outdoor spaces.
Yes. Blayr is a pet friendly apartment community in Bala Cynwyd and welcomes both cats and dogs. The community includes an on-site pet spa and a dog park. Contact the leasing office for complete pet policy details including any breed and weight restrictions.
Blayr offers a rooftop terrace with Philadelphia skyline views, a resort-style swimming pool with sun shelf and private cabanas, an activated courtyard with amphitheater seating, a fitness center, a golf and multi-sport simulator, work-from-home suites, a pet spa, a dog park, garage parking and EV charging stations. A scenic walking path connects directly to the Cynwyd Heritage Trail.
Blayr is served by Lower Merion School District, consistently ranked among the top public school districts in Pennsylvania. The district's reputation is a major draw for families and professionals choosing Main Line apartments.
Blayr is just minutes outside downtown Philadelphia. Residents have seamless access to major highways including I-76 and the Schuylkill Expressway, and SEPTA's Cynwyd Line Regional Rail station is a short walk away for trips into Center City.
Blayr is integrated into the Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center, giving residents immediate access to shops, restaurants and everyday essentials. Ardmore's Suburban Square and Narberth's walkable downtown are minutes away, offering additional boutiques, restaurants, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and a weekly farmers market.
A scenic walking path at Blayr connects directly to the Cynwyd Heritage Trail for running, cycling and weekend walks. Residents are also minutes from Fairmount Park, the Schuylkill River Trail, West Laurel Hill Cemetery's arboretum grounds and the Manayunk Tow Path.
Prospective residents can schedule a tour of Blayr by visiting blayrapartments.com or contacting the on-site leasing team. The community offers in-person, self-guided and virtual tour options to explore floorplans and amenities.