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1520 Brown St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — |
About This Property
HIGH CEILINGS, SUN SPLASHED spacious and gracious 2 bedroom in the heart of Francisville. OPEN living and dining area, kitchen with great counter space. Each bedroom has super HIGH CEILINGS and extra large closets. This residence also, has exclusive use of ENORMOUS BACK GARDEN, walking score 100 to TEMPLE UNIVERSITY and all that's going on around North Broad street
1520 Brown St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19130 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
Townhome Features
- Basement
1520 Brown St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19130
Situated just a mile and half north of Center City, Fairmount-Art Museum expertly balances historic gems with modern luxuries. The Fairmount Water Works is a National Historic Landmark and one of the earliest examples of Greek Revival Architecture in the United States. The historic Boathouse Row is within walkable distance of the cosmopolitan Philadelphia Museum of Art and its iconic Rocky Steps, which draw thousands of visitors. Eateries serving up all kinds of international cuisine line the streets in addition to cozy cafes and bars.
Best known for the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Fairmount-Art Museum also contains the historic Eastern State Penitentiary, the Gothic-style former prison and now attraction equipped with tours of Al Capone’s cell and various exhibits. Fairmount-Art Museum boasts easy access to Rodin Museum, Barnes Foundation, the Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Zoo, Fairmount Park, and Schuylkill River Trail as well.
Learn more about living in Fairmount-Art MuseumBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 493-494 Sq Ft | $1,000 | $1,647 | $4,774 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 709-711 Sq Ft | $1,100 | $2,143 | $7,435 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 1078 Sq Ft | $1,175 | $2,829 | $11,603 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1386-1388 Sq Ft | $1,600 | $3,269 | $10,793 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 2810 Sq Ft | $2,400 | $3,858 | $7,950 |
Amenities
- Basement
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
1520 Brown St is within 10 minutes or 0.6 mile from C.C. of Philadelphia. It is also near Drexel Univ., Hahnemann and Moore College of Art & Design.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
197 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
466 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
433 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
902 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
7 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Fairmount, located 0.2 mile from 1520 Brown St. 1520 Brown St is near Philadelphia International, located 13.2 miles or 22 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 33.8 miles or 49 minutes away.
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 22 min | 13.2 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 49 min | 33.8 mi |
Walkability Near 1520 Brown St Philadelphia, PA 19130
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
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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.
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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 1520 Brown St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
1520 Brown St has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 17-minute walk. 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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Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Wagner Free Institute of Science
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi |
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Fels Planetarium
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Franklin Institute
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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The Academy of Natural Sciences
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
1520 Brown St has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, Wagner Free Institute of Science, and The Academy of Natural Sciences.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
1520 Brown St has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Hahnemann University Hospital which is 0.8 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.6 mi |
1520 Brown St is 7.6 miles and a 13 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1520 Brown St
Philadelphia, PA 19130