2538 Emerald St
Philadelphia, PA 19125
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 4 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Br | 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba | — |
About This Property
Available Now: Welcome to 2538 Emerald St! This is a ginormous 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family rowhome featuring charming original details and fixtures with modern updates. A sunny vestibule opens into your entryway hall, which leads back past the living room and formal dining room. Classic construction elements like high ceilings and inviting archways contrast and compliment the contemporary finishes and fixtures throughout the space, creating a unique atmosphere that you're sure to love. Light hardwood flooring, large windows, and modern lighting brighten up the whole house. The kitchen has an L-shaped butcherblock countertop with tile backsplash and minimalistic cabinetry. There's a dishwasher, overhead microwave, gas range, and refrigerator. From here, you can access your spacious laundry room with convenient built-in shelving. The 2nd floor opens up into a large landing, which would serve well as a common den for roommates, and features exposed beams and brick accents. The 1st full bathroom is in the rear of this level and there are 2 sizable bedrooms to the front, each with ample closet space and natural light. Continue to the 3rd floor to view 2 more large bedrooms and another full bathroom between for additional privacy. Enjoy a side yard with room for grilling and entertaining, and a separate patio area on the opposite side of the house with alley access - perfect for bike storage! Schedule your showing today! About The Neighborhood: Located in the trendy East Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, you’ll be right down the street from Hagert Street Playground & POPS Skatepark. Walkable to Fishtown’s iconic Frankford Avenue boutique shopping and nightlife options. Close to public transportation for an easy commute throughout the city, and near a long list of local favorites including Starbolt, american grammar, Martha, Pizza Brain, Forin Cafe, Circles & Squares, and more. Lease Terms: Generally, first month, last month, and one month security deposit due at, or prior to, lease signing. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $55 application fee per applicant. Pets are conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee and/or monthly pet rent, if accepted. (Generally, $500/dog and $250/cat, and/or monthly pet rent). Tenants responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, and water. 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.
2538 Emerald St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19125 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
Townhome Features
- Dishwasher
- Basement
Kensington is an artistic neighborhood in Philadelphia that offers unique rentals, partially due to the spacious studio and loft apartments available. There are also several affordable and modern townhomes for rent in town that attract families. You’ll find locals heading down Frankford Avenue to the artistic Fishtown neighborhood which is full of craft breweries and charming pubs. Check out Philadelphia Brewing Company or Memphis Taproom for some local brews. Try a cheese pie at Pizza Brain, which doubles as the nation’s only pizza museum, or chow down on bratwurst at Frankford Hall, a large, indoor German beer garden.
There are several stops on the area’s commuter rail line in Kensington, as well as plenty of bus routes to get to Center City, located less than five miles away, making this neighborhood a more affordable yet convenient option for in-city living.
Learn more about living in KensingtonBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 469-476 Sq Ft | $795 | $1,294 | $1,544 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 722-731 Sq Ft | $200 | $1,560 | $3,500 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 954-956 Sq Ft | $825 | $1,884 | $3,325 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1873 Sq Ft | $1,100 | $2,321 | $4,500 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 2043 Sq Ft | $2,400 | $3,164 | $3,595 |
- Dishwasher
- Basement
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.9 mi |
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Huntingdon, located 0.3 mile from 2538 Emerald St. 2538 Emerald St is near Philadelphia International, located 14.6 miles or 24 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 31.4 miles or 46 minutes away.
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 24 min | 14.6 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 46 min | 31.4 mi |
Time and distance from 2538 Emerald St.
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Wagner Free Institute of Science
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
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Tacony Creek Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Independence National Historical Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Adventure Aquarium
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.3 mi |
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.9 mi |
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