$2,400 / Month

251 Childs Ave

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Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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  • Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    1.5

  • Square Feet

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Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Galley Kitchen
  • Bay Window
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Bathtub with Shower
251 Childs Ave
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About This Home

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Welcome to 251 Childs Ave in Drexel Hill! This charming, well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick home offers a great blend of classic character and modern comfort. Step inside to find hardwood floors, a bright living and dining area, and an updated kitchen featuring butcher block countertops and modern appliances. Downstairs, enjoy the flexibility of a finished basement—perfect for a rec room, home gym, office, or extra lounge space—plus a convenient powder room. Comfort is covered year-round with central air, and you’ll love the convenience of off-street driveway parking. Located close to everyday shopping, dining, and major routes, this home is an excellent rental option in a prime Delaware County location.

251 Childs Ave is a house located in Delaware County and the 19026 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Upper Darby 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

Semi-Detached or Twin Home

Year Built

Built in 1947

Basement

Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House Laundry in Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Bathtub with Shower 3 Main Level Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms

Home Design

Shingle Roof Brick Exterior Construction AirLite

Interior Spaces

Wood Flooring Bay Window Recessed Lighting 1,657 Sq Ft Home Property has 2 Levels Window Treatments

Kitchen

Galley Kitchen Built-In Microwave Dishwasher Self-Cleaning Oven

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,600 12-Month Lease Term Available 1/8/26 Assessor Parcel Number 16-13-01361-00 Residential Lease

Lot Details

2,614 Sq Ft Lot Back, Front, and Side Yard Partially Fenced Property Chain Link Fence Lot Dimensions are 30.00 x 85.00

Outdoor Features

Porch Shed

Parking

On-Street Parking Driveway

Schools

Upper Darby Senior High School

Utilities

Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Heating System Uses Natural Gas Natural Gas Water Heater 100 Amp Service

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Marshall Terrace Subdivision

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Contact

  • Listed by Gazi Ataseven | HomeSmart First Advantage Realty
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    Bright MLS, Inc.
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City - Drexel Hill

Drexel Hill is a suburb of Philadelphia and is known as one of the best areas to live in the metro area. With several parks and excellent schools, Drexel Hill exudes a family-friend vibe. This wooded neighborhood has rentals for every budget. Along with apartments in brick buildings, the neighborhood features single-family houses in a variety of classic styles including Colonials and Victorians. Renters are attracted to Drexel Hill's excellent location. Center City is only 10 miles away and is convenient to several colleges and universities. The University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, and Saint Joseph's College are just a few of the institutions that are only a few miles from Drexel Hill. Renters can take U.S. Route 1 or Highway 2 to travel around the metro area or hop on a train at one of the transit stations located right outside of Drexel Hill. Great for out-of-state trips, the Philly International Airport is about a 30-minute drive away.

Learn more about living in Drexel Hill 
Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Basement
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 12 min 4.9 mi
Drive: 14 min 5.2 mi
Drive: 16 min 5.9 mi
Drive: 19 min 6.9 mi
251 Childs Ave is within 12 minutes or 4.9 miles from Swarthmore College. It is also near C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr and University of the Sciences.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades 1-5
568 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
490 Students
Nearby
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
499 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,318 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
4,191 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
441 Students
Nearby
Grades 9-12
1,287 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Drexel Hill include Marshall Rd, located 0.2 mile from 251 Childs Ave. 251 Childs Ave is near Philadelphia International, located 9.9 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 41.8 miles or 69 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.2 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 7 min 1.6 mi
Drive: 7 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
Drive: 23 min 9.9 mi
Trenton Mercer
Drive: 69 min 41.8 mi
Somewhat Walkable
52
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
43
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
14
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 251 Childs Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Drive: 5 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.4 mi
251 Childs Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Cobbs Creek Park
Drive: 9 min 3.4 mi
Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center
Drive: 10 min 3.7 mi
Scott Arboretum
Drive: 13 min 4.9 mi
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
Drive: 16 min 5.7 mi
Bartram's Garden
Drive: 17 min 6.0 mi
251 Childs Ave has 5 parks within 6.0 miles, including Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center, Cobbs Creek Park, and Scott Arboretum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 7 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 9 min 2.8 mi
Drive: 17 min 6.2 mi
251 Childs Ave has 3 hospitals within 6.2 miles, the nearest is Delaware County Memorial Hospital which is 1.9 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 27 min 11.3 mi
251 Childs Ave is 11.3 miles and a 27 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.

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