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$3,395 / Month

1523 N 2nd St

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Philadelphia, PA 19122

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  • Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Square Feet

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Highlights

  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Patio
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Island
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Available Early July: Welcome to 1523 N 2nd St, a stunning 4 bedroom, 2.2 bathroom rental home boasting a straight-through floor plan with hardwood floors, a built-in fireplace, recessed lighting, and a chef's kitchen featuring marble waterfall countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. In-unit laundry and central air offer convenience and comfort. Schedule your viewing today! Lease Terms: Mandatory 2-year lease. Generally, 1st month, 12th month, and 1 month security deposit are due. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $50 application fee per applicant. 1 pet is conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee, if accepted. (Generally, $500). Strictly 1 pet maximum allowance. Tenants responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, water, and a $21.50/month Risk Protection Fee. Landlord Requirements: Applicants to make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable net income, credit history to be considered (i.e. no active collections), no evictions within the past 4 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered.

1523 N 2nd St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19122 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.

Home Details

Home Type

Interior Unit Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1915

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Walk-in Shower 4 Main Level Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms En-Suite Bathroom

Home Design

Straight Thru Architecture Masonry

Interior Spaces

Wood Flooring Recessed Lighting Ceiling Fan Electric Fireplace 1,980 Sq Ft Home Property has 3 Levels

Kitchen

Six Burner Stove Stainless Steel Appliances Built-In Oven Kitchen Island Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,395 Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front 24-Month Lease Term Available 7/8/26 $50 Application Fee Assessor Parcel Number 182108900 Tenant pays for all utilities No Smoking Allowed Residential Lease

Lot Details

1,280 Sq Ft Lot

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

Public Parking Unassigned Parking On-Street Parking

Schools

Kensington High School

Utilities

Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Overview

Olde Kensington Subdivision

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed Limit on the number of pets

Contact

  • Listed by Andrew DeSumma | JG Real Estate LLC
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Located just west of Fishtown, Olde Kensington is an industrial neighborhood turned creative haven. Residents cherish Olde Kensington’s blend of modern and historic buildings, with many containing a variety of apartments and lofts available for rent.

The neighborhood exudes an artistic vibe, boasting a slew of art galleries, performing arts venues, design centers, and vibrant murals. Many of the rentals in Olde Kensington are within walking distance of eclectic eateries, dive bars, and independent businesses.

The community enjoys convenience to the exciting offerings of North Front Street as well as Northern Liberties’ North 2nd Street. Center City is also about two miles away. Getting around from Olde Kensington is easy with access to SEPTA trains and buses.

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Amenities
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Basement
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Temple University, Main Campus
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drexel Univ., Hahnemann
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
C.C. of Philadelphia
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Rutgers, Camden Campus
Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
1523 N 2nd St is within 4 minutes or 1.5 miles from Temple University, Main Campus. It is also near C.C. of Philadelphia and Drexel Univ., Hahnemann.
Schools
Moffet John School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
250 Students
Nearby
Grades 9-12
469 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Girard Av & 2Nd St, located 0.3 mile from 1523 N 2nd St. 1523 N 2nd St is near Philadelphia International, located 12.8 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 32.1 miles or 48 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Girard Av & 2Nd St
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Girard Av & 3Rd St
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Girard Av & 4Th St
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Girard - Mfl
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Berks
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Temple University
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
North Broad
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Market East
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
North Philadelphia
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
North Philadelphia
Drive: 8 min 3.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
 Drive: 23 min 12.8 mi
Trenton Mercer
 Drive: 48 min 32.1 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1523 N 2nd St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Shops at Schmidts
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
9th Street Marketplace
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Sullivan Progress Plaza
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
1523 N 2nd 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
Parks and Recreation Distance
Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Great Egg Harbor River
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Wagner Free Institute of Science
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Independence National Historical Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
1523 N 2nd St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, Wagner Free Institute of Science, and Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Hahnemann University Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Wills Eye Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
1523 N 2nd St has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Hahnemann University Hospital which is 2.4 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia
Drive: 17 min 6.5 mi
Philadelphia Naval Busi Center
Drive: 14 min 7.2 mi
Defense Personnel Support Center
Drive: 14 min 7.3 mi
1523 N 2nd St has 3 military bases within 7.3 miles, the nearest is Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia which is 6.5 miles away and a 17 minute drive.

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