$2,100
/ Month
1240 S Melville St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,800 sq ft
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Available
Available Sep 29
Highlights
- Patio
- Yard
- Basement
1240 S Melville St
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$2,100 deposit,
Available Sep 29
Best of West Philly Living with PARKING, CENTRAL AIR, FINISHED BASEMENT, FRONT YARD, and PATIO. This nice and wide 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has been updated with Anderson windows throughout. Enjoy a bright and airy entrance into a spacious living room that opens up into a dining room and kitchen area. You'll have easy access to a large rear patio, perfect for dining al fresco. A coat closet completes this level and helps keep things tidy. Head upstairs to find three good-sized bedrooms with closets and ceiling fans for those who like a breeze. This level also features a full bathroom with tub and hallway closet. Head to the finished basement to find plenty of space to relax and entertain, a laundry closet with washer and dryer, two storage closets and a full bathroom with a stall shower. All within easy walk to Clark Park and its fabulous year round Farmers Market, Four Worlds Bakery, Mariposa Food Co-op, Woodlands, many restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and so much more! Near HUP, CHOP, Penn, Drexel, St. Josephs, and easy commute to Center City by car or bike with plenty of convenient trolley and bus options. Welcome home!
1240 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.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Townhome Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Ceiling Fans
Basement
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Basement
- Patio
- Yard
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Broker Fee$0
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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 | ||
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| 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 |
1240 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 Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
394 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Woodland Avenue And 46Th Street, located 0.1 mile from 1240 S Melville St. 1240 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: | 1 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: | 4 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: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 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 |
Time and distance from 1240 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 | 1.5 mi |
1240 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 | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Bartram's Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Penn Museum
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 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: | 8 min | 2.9 mi |
1240 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 |
1240 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 | 5.5 mi |
1240 S Melville St is 5.5 miles and a 12 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
Amenities
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Basement
- Patio
- Yard
1240 S Melville St Photos
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1240 S Melville St
Philadelphia, PA 19143