$1,695
/ Month
1608 Swain St Unit 2
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
2
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Highlights
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Bathtub with Shower
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Walk-in Shower
- Ceiling Fan
- Cats Allowed
1608 Swain St Unit 2
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About This Home
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Available Early June: Discover 1608 Swain St #2, a charming bi-level 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom rental apartment just one block away from Fairmount Ave. Features include Central A/C, in-unit laundry, and abundant sunlight. Don't miss the chance to experience this exquisite unit — schedule a showing today! Lease Terms: 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 cat is conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee, if accepted. (Generally, $250/cat). Strictly no dogs and 1 cat maximum allowance. Tenants responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, and a $50/month flat water 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.
1608 Swain St is an apartment community located in Philadelphia County and the 19130 ZIP Code.
* 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
Condominium
Year Built
Built in 1920
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bathtub with Shower
Walk-in Shower
2 Main Level Bedrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Home Design
Masonry
Entry on the 2nd floor
Interior Spaces
Ceiling Fan
Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
Eat-In Kitchen
Gas Oven or Range
Disposal
Laundry
Laundry in unit
Stacked Washer and Dryer
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $1,695
Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
12-Month Min and 60-Month Max Lease Term
Available 6/1/26
$50 Application Fee
Assessor Parcel Number 152177400
Tenant pays for all utilities
No Smoking Allowed
Residential Lease
Parking
Public Parking
Unassigned Parking
On-Street Parking
Utilities
Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
Overview
No Home Owners Association
Low-Rise Community
Fairmount Subdivision
Pet Policy
Cats Allowed
Limit on the number of pets
Contact
- Listed by Casey Heimbach | JG Real Estate LLC
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Bright MLS, Inc.
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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 Museum
Amenities
- Basement
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
1608 Swain St Unit 2 is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from C.C. of Philadelphia. It is also near Drexel Univ., Hahnemann and Moore College of Art & Design.
Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Fairmount, located 0.3 mile from 1608 Swain St Unit 2. 1608 Swain St Unit 2 is near Philadelphia International, located 13.3 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 33.9 miles or 50 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.3 mi |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 23 min | 13.3 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 50 min | 33.9 mi |
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.
How It Works
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Soundscore™
67
/ 100
Traffic
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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 1608 Swain St Unit 2.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
1608 Swain St Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 miles, which is about a 19-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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Wagner Free Institute of Science
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Fels Planetarium
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 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 | 1.5 mi |
1608 Swain St Unit 2 has 5 parks within 1.5 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: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
1608 Swain St Unit 2 has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Hahnemann University Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.7 mi |
1608 Swain St Unit 2 is 7.7 miles and a 14 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.
1608 Swain St
Philadelphia, PA 19130