$1,500
/ Month
1212 S Melville St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 750 SF |
About This Property
This 2 bedroom/1 bath house, one block from Clark Park and the 36 trolley is ready to be called home. Wooden floors have been refinished, fresh paint has be painted, spacious green backyard has been cleaned up - and all it needs is you! 1st floor boasts the stackable washer/dryer, a HUGE pantry/storage, and an open floorplan separated by the stairs leading up (these stairs greet you when you open the door - be forewarned) but you can flow from living room to kitchen and make it your own. Nice" is the name of the game on the second floor, with two nice sized bedrooms and one nice sized bathroom (not those knee-knocker toilet-to-sink setups). And the backyard? Private and green, with some paved space for entertaining/relaxing and some green space for gardening - a perfect combo. Come and see your new home today!"
1212 S Melville St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19143 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
1212 S Melville St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19143
Situated in West Philadelphia’s University City District, Spruce Hill is a charming neighborhood teeming with historic residences, multicultural eateries, and lush spruce trees. The scenic Clark Park serves as a tranquil reprieve from Spruce Hill’s dynamic urban environment, as well as a host to plenty of popular community events.
Close proximity to numerous hospitals and universities, including the prestigious University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, makes the neighborhood a top choice for a diverse range of residents. Spruce Hill boasts a walkable environment along with convenient access to SEPTA bus routes and trolley lines. Center City sits just three miles east of the neighborhood, providing residents with a bevy of metropolitan amenities.
Learn more about living in Spruce HillBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 385-386 Sq Ft | $905 | $1,420 | $2,200 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 538-543 Sq Ft | $550 | $1,733 | $2,900 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 795-807 Sq Ft | $1,059 | $2,573 | $3,680 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1013-1017 Sq Ft | $805 | $2,251 | $4,115 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1923-1939 Sq Ft | $650 | $4,725 | $8,290 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
1212 S Melville St is within 4 minutes or 0.2 mile from University of the Sciences. It is also near University of Pennsylvania and C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
475 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
320 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
478 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
82 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
430 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Woodland Avenue And 46Th Street, located 0.1 mile from 1212 S Melville St. 1212 S Melville St is near Philadelphia International, located 7.1 miles or 17 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 37.0 miles or 55 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 17 min | 7.1 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 55 min | 37.0 mi |
Walkability Near 1212 S Melville St Philadelphia, PA 19143
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 1212 S Melville St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
1212 S Melville St has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Bartram's Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Penn Museum
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Schuylkill River Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.9 mi |
1212 S Melville St has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Bartram's Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.8 mi |
1212 S Melville St has 3 hospitals within 3.8 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 47 min | 24.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 49 min | 26.8 mi |
1212 S Melville St has 3 military bases within 26.8 miles, the nearest is Philadelphia Naval Busi Center which is 5.6 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
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1212 S Melville St
Philadelphia, PA 19143