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$1,500 / Month

2579 Memphis St

Philadelphia, PA 19125

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Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

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Available

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Highlights

Straight Thru Architecture
Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

2579 Memphis St

About This Home

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Discover modern urban living in this sun-drenched, second-floor 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located in the heart of Philadelphiaâ€™s vibrant Fishtown neighborhood. This contemporary unit boasts a spacious open-concept kitchen and living area flooded with natural light, complemented by the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer and full central air and heat. Perfectly situated for both leisure and commuting, you are steps away from renowned local spots like Meetinghouse, Circles and Squares, Memphis Taproom, and Cook and Shaker, with the scenic Penn Treaty Park nearby for outdoor escapes. Enjoy unparalleled access to the I-95 ramp and extensive retail options at Fishtown Crossings and Aramingo Avenue, while a quick Uber ride places you in the center of Chinatown, Rivers Casino, or Downtown Philadelphia.

2579 Memphis 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.

* 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

End Unit Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1875 | Remodeled in 2025

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 1 Bedroom

Finished Basement

Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Home Design

Straight Thru Architecture Shingle Roof Tar and Gravel Roof Masonry Slab Foundation Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1,596 Sq Ft Home Property has 2 Levels

Laundry

Laundry in unit

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $1,500 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term Available 1/21/26 Assessor Parcel Number 871541280 No Smoking Allowed Residential Lease

Lot Details

845 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

Off-Street Parking

Utilities

Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Electric Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Fishtown Subdivision

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis Pet Deposit Required

Contact

Listed by Lay Gauv | eXp Realty, LLC
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Source

Bright MLS, Inc.

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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Amenities

Basement

Neighborhood

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.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Temple University, Main Campus	Drive:	7 min	2.4 mi
Temple Univ., Health Center	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi
Camden Co. Coll., Camden City	Drive:	9 min	4.8 mi
Rutgers, Camden Campus	Drive:	10 min	5.2 mi

2579 Memphis St is within 7 minutes or 2.4 miles from Temple University, Main Campus. It is also near Temple Univ., Health Center and Rutgers, Camden Campus.

Schools

Hackett Horatio B School

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

411 Students

Attendance Zone

Penn Treaty Middle School

Public Middle & High School

Grades 6-12

468 Students

Attendance Zone

Bethel Baptist Academy

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades PK-12

88 Students

Nearby

St. Anne School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

194 Students

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Huntingdon, located 0.6 mile from 2579 Memphis St. 2579 Memphis St is near Philadelphia International, located 13.9 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 31.6 miles or 47 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Huntingdon	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Richmond St & Huntingdon St	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Richmond St & Lehigh Av	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Richmond St & Somerset St	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Richmond And Cumberland	Drive:	8 min	4.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Temple University	Drive:	7 min	1.9 mi
North Philadelphia	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi
North Broad	Drive:	6 min	2.7 mi
North Philadelphia	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi
Market East	Drive:	8 min	3.6 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Philadelphia International	Drive:	23 min	13.9 mi
Trenton Mercer	Drive:	47 min	31.6 mi

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Good Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2579 Memphis St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Fishtown Crossing	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Imperial Plaza	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Shops at Schmidts	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi

2579 Memphis St has 3 shopping centers within 1.7 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
Wagner Free Institute of Science	Drive:	8 min	2.7 mi
Great Egg Harbor River	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi
Adventure Aquarium	Drive:	12 min	5.6 mi

2579 Memphis St has 5 parks within 5.6 miles, including Wagner Free Institute of Science, Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, and Great Egg Harbor River.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children	Drive:	6 min	2.3 mi
Temple University Hospital	Drive:	7 min	3.0 mi
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Philadelphia	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi

2579 Memphis St has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is St. Christopher's Hospital for Children which is 2.3 miles away and a 6 minute drive.