$1,100
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257 S 21st St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 550 SF |
About This Property
Renovated one bedroom, one bathroom apartment in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. Features hardwood floors, two skylights, open floor plan, central air, in-unit laundry, and dishwasher. Tenant pays electric.
257 S 21st St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19103 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
257 S 21st St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19103
Situated on the southwestern fringes of Center City, Fitler Square is a popular neighborhood centered on a cozy park of the same name, which hosts a slew of seasonal events and activities throughout the year. While the neighborhood sits within walking distance of some of Philadelphia’s most vibrant commercial areas, Fitler Square maintains a serene residential atmosphere.
Rows of well-preserved brick buildings are nestled along tree-lined streets in Fitler Square, adding to the neighborhood’s palpable sense of historic charm. Diverse eateries, cafes, and markets are strewn throughout the neighborhood as well. Schuylkill River Park offers plenty of space for the community to enjoy the outdoors, with paved pathways, athletic courts and fields, playgrounds, a community garden, and a dog run.
Learn more about living in Fitler SquareBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 565-567 Sq Ft | $1,100 | $2,397 | $4,560 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 879-884 Sq Ft | $1,265 | $2,714 | $5,207 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 1181 Sq Ft | $1,995 | $4,548 | $9,999 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1437 Sq Ft | $3,190 | $4,495 | $9,077 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 5700 Sq Ft | $4,795 | $4,898 | $5,000 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
257 S 21st St is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from The Art Inst. of Philadelphia. It is also near Moore College of Art & Design and Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
683 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
701 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
466 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
407 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 22Nd Street, located 0.4 mile from 257 S 21st St. 257 S 21st St is near Philadelphia International, located 9.5 miles or 19 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 34.8 miles or 52 minutes away.
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi | |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 19 min | 9.5 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 52 min | 34.8 mi |
Walkability Near 257 S 21st St Philadelphia, PA 19103
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.
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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
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Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 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 257 S 21st St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
257 S 21st St has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Schuylkill River Park
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Franklin Institute
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Fels Planetarium
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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The Academy of Natural Sciences
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
257 S 21st St has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Schuylkill River Park, Franklin Institute, and Fels Planetarium.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
257 S 21st St has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.8 mi |
257 S 21st St is 4.8 miles and a 11 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.
257 S 21st St
Philadelphia, PA 19103