509 S 42nd St
509 S 42nd St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19104
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| Studio Studio 0 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
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Built in 1890
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6 units/3 stories
About 509 S 42nd St Philadelphia, PA 19104
Experience Philadelphia living at 509 S 42nd St. The location of this community is at 509 S. 42nd St. in the 19104 area of Philadelphia. Schedule a time to see the available floorplan options. The leasing team is ready to show you our community. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.
509 S 42nd St is an apartment community located in Philadelphia County and the 19104 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
Apartment Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
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Situated in West Philadelphia’s University City District, Spruce Hill is a charming neighborhood teeming with historic residences, multicultural eateries, and lush spruce trees. The scenic Clark Park serves as a tranquil reprieve from Spruce Hill’s dynamic urban environment, as well as a host to plenty of popular community events.
Close proximity to numerous hospitals and universities, including the prestigious University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, makes the neighborhood a top choice for a diverse range of residents. Spruce Hill boasts a walkable environment along with convenient access to SEPTA bus routes and trolley lines. Center City sits just three miles east of the neighborhood, providing residents with a bevy of metropolitan amenities.
Learn more about living in Spruce HillBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Studio Studio | 426-427 Sq Ft | $850 | $1,334 | $2,300 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 596-602 Sq Ft | $790 | $1,780 | $2,950 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 828-833 Sq Ft | $1,059 | $2,394 | $3,683 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1117-1123 Sq Ft | $805 | $1,971 | $3,200 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1826-1834 Sq Ft | $2,100 | $3,853 | $8,290 |
Amenities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
509 S 42nd St is within 4 minutes or 0.2 mile from University of the Sciences. It is also near University of Pennsylvania and C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
323 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
579 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
81 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
394 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Baltimore Avenue And 42Nd Street, located 0.0 mile from 509 S 42nd St. 509 S 42nd St is near Philadelphia International, located 7.5 miles or 18 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 36.7 miles or 54 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.0 mi |
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Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 18 min | 7.5 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 54 min | 36.7 mi |
Time and distance from 509 S 42nd St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
509 S 42nd St has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 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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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Penn Museum
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Bartram's Garden
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Schuylkill River Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
509 S 42nd St has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Bartram's Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.5 mi |
509 S 42nd St has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 0.8 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.7 mi |
509 S 42nd St is 5.7 miles and a 11 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
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What neighborhood is the property located in?
509 S 42nd St Philadelphia, PA 19104 is in Spruce Hill in the city of Philadelphia. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.5 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.6 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Bartram's Garden.
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