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$1,900 / Month

28 N 42nd St

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Philadelphia, PA 19104

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Beds Baths Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 972 SF

About This Property

Beautiful renovated brick townhome for rent with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bath. This home features a large living room , ceiling fan, powder room, a brand new kitchen with granite countertops and backsplash, new gas stove, new dishwasher, new microwave, new refrigerator. From the kitchen, the door opens to a fenced in patio. Second Floor: Two bedrooms with ceiling fans and closets. Semi finished basement with laundry-washer and dryer. Hardwood floors throughout first floor and second floor. Forced air gas heat and central air. Great location! Walk to the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University, HUP, Septa train, buses, shopping and restaurants.

28 N 42nd St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19104 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.

Townhome Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Basement
Location
28 N 42nd St, Philadelphia,
PA 19104
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Home to Powelton Village, a long thoroughfare of art spaces, galleries, dance studios, and ethical coffee shops located along Lancaster Avenue, Powelton is known as a haven for artists, creatives, and academics. Located in the University City section of Philadelphia, Powelton sits north of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University. Known for its mid-to-late 19th-century architecture, this neighborhood features affordable Victorian-style houses and upscale apartments for rent with plenty of trees lining the streets. After school or work, admire art at the Tiberino Museum, catch a show at the Philadelphia Dance Company, visit the farmers market for a taste of the local cuisine, or head to Drexel Park for a relaxing walk and stunning view of the city's skylines. Philadelphia is known as the city of brotherly love and you’ll certainly adore your new home in this close-knit community.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 396-397 Sq Ft $895 $1,506 $2,537
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 614-620 Sq Ft $550 $1,859 $3,328
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 904-908 Sq Ft $1,200 $2,243 $6,020
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1115-1134 Sq Ft $1,159 $2,075 $5,450
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1751 Sq Ft $1,695 $3,084 $4,500
Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Basement
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
University of the Sciences
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
University of Pennsylvania
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
28 N 42nd St is within 12 minutes or 0.6 mile from C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr. It is also near University of the Sciences and University of Pennsylvania.
Schools
Locke Alain School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
264 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10
Lea Henry C School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
503 Students
Nearby
GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10
West Philadelphia High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
718 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10
The Islamic Education School - Philadelphia
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
63 Students
Nearby
Philadelphia Elwyn Institute
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
298 Students
Nearby
Christ Academy
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Davidson School-Philadelphia
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 40Th-Market, located 0.3 mile from 28 N 42nd St. 28 N 42nd St is near Philadelphia International, located 9.5 miles or 20 minutes away, and Wilmington Airport, located 34.8 miles or 53 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
40Th-Market
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
40Th Street
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
40Th St & Filbert St
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
46Th Street
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Lancaster Avenue And 40Th Street
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
49Th Street
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
30Th St. Phl.
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Philadelphia
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Gray 30Th Street
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Penn Medicine Station
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
 Drive: 20 min 9.5 mi
Wilmington Airport
 Drive: 53 min 34.8 mi

Walkability Near 28 N 42nd St Philadelphia, PA 19104

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 28 N 42nd St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
9-37 N 52nd St
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
The Shops At Penn
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Grays Ferry Shopping Center
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
28 N 42nd St has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 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
Penn Museum
 Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
University of Pennsylvania Observatory
 Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Please Touch Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Philadelphia Zoo
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Schuylkill River Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
28 N 42nd St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Please Touch Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Hahnemann University Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.9 mi
28 N 42nd St has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 0.4 mile away and a 7 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Philadelphia Naval Busi Center
Drive: 13 min 6.2 mi
Willow Grove Naval Air Station
Drive: 43 min 21.5 mi
Naval Air Development Center
Drive: 45 min 24.0 mi
28 N 42nd St has 3 military bases within 24.0 miles, the nearest is Philadelphia Naval Busi Center which is 6.2 miles away and a 13 minute drive.

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