$1,075
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2638 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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495 sq ft
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- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
2638 Poplar St
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About This Home
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A cozy, very sunny apartment in well maintained Poplar Street property. Recently renovated with new kitchen, new thermal-pane windows, C/A, and HW floors. Washer/dryer and storage locker in the basement. Has a sunny bay window in the kitchen for small table and 2 chairs. This is a perfect apartment for a young professional or a student on a budget. Located in Fairmount, near center city, and just a short walk to the park, the river, and the museums. Surrounded by restaurants, coffee shops, nightlife, shopping, and other neighborhood services. Only first month and security of $700 to move in. (Pharmacy, hardware store, dry cleaner, veterinarian, post office, etc. all within a few minutes' walk) Also has excellent access to public transportation and all downtown expressways. Video tour
2638 Poplar St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19130 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
Interior Unit Townhome
Year Built
Built in 1900
Basement
Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Laundry in Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Home Design
Masonry
Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
495 Sq Ft Home
Property has 1 Level
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $1,075
12-Month Lease Term
Available 4/1/26
$50 Application Fee
Assessor Parcel Number 881809630
Tenant pays for all utilities
Residential Lease
Lot Details
1,386 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
On-Street Parking
Utilities
Central Air
Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Heat Pump System
Natural Gas Water Heater
Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
Community Details
Overview
Fairmount Subdivision
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
$25 Monthly Pet Rent
Contact
- Listed by Shane Holcomb | BHHS Fox & Roach-Art Museum
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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 | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
2638 Poplar St is within 3 minutes or 1.5 miles from Moore College of Art & Design. It is also near C.C. of Philadelphia and Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
159 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
270 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
113 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
68 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
91 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 26Th St & Poplar St, located 0.1 mile from 2638 Poplar St. 2638 Poplar St is near Philadelphia International, located 11.5 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 35.1 miles or 51 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 23 min | 11.5 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 51 min | 35.1 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
90
/ 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Scores provided by
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
Active
Soundscore™
69
/ 100
Traffic
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BusyScores provided by
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 2638 Poplar St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
2638 Poplar St has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. 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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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 |
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Wagner Free Institute of Science
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
2638 Poplar St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Philadelphia Zoo, Fels Planetarium, and Franklin Institute.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
2638 Poplar St has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Hahnemann University Hospital which is 2.0 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 9.0 mi |
2638 Poplar St is 9.0 miles and a 15 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.
2638 Poplar St
Philadelphia, PA 19130