$2,700 / Month

1221 S Melville St

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Philadelphia, PA 19143

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Welcome to 1221 S Melville Street, a thoughtfully updated home situated on an extra-wide and extra-deep 20' x 96' lot, offering an exceptional amount of indoor and outdoor living space. Step inside and be greeted by hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and natural light that floods through the large windows. The stylish kitchen features custom fixtures, stainless steel appliances, and a large island perfect for barstool seating. Then step outside to the expansive rear patio and backyard, a perfect setting for outdoor dining, gatherings, gardening, or simply relaxing. Upstairs, you'll find 3 generously sized full-size bedrooms and a full bathroom. The partially finished basement offers extra space for storage and recreation. This home also has 2 car parking with 2 driveway spots!!! Enjoy easy access to Center City, and just minutes away from Clark Park, UPenn, Drexel, CHOP, and St. Joseph's University, this home is a standout opportunity. Schedule your showing today!

1221 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.

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  • Listed by Deanna Lynn Butler | KW Empower
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

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.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
1221 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 K-8
320 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
475 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
478 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
82 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
56 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Woodland Avenue And 46Th Street, located 0.1 mile from 1221 S Melville St. 1221 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.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
Drive: 17 min 7.1 mi
Trenton Mercer
Drive: 55 min 37.0 mi
Getting Around
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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Active
Soundscore
70 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1221 S Melville St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
1221 S Melville St has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Bartram's Garden
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Penn Museum
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
University of Pennsylvania Observatory
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Schuylkill River Park
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Philadelphia Zoo
Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
1221 S Melville St has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Bartram's Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 10 min 3.8 mi
1221 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
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 12 min 5.6 mi
Drive: 47 min 24.3 mi
Drive: 49 min 26.8 mi
1221 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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