$750
/ Month
5249 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | 450 SF |
About This Property
Newly renovated spacious efficiency in University City. Open brick wall and large bathroom. Close to all amenities and public transportation.
5249 Chestnut St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
5249 Chestnut St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19139
Built as a streetcar suburb in the 1800s, the Walnut Hill neighborhood sits about four miles west of Center City in Philadelphia. Well-preserved rowhomes speak to the neighborhood's rich history, with large, ornate houses for rent in an area known for its friendly, welcoming vibe. Locals run the Walnut Hill Community Association, which works to keep the neighborhood revitalized.
Nosh on Chinese classics at Evergreen Chinese, where you can dine in or get your food delivered to your Walnut Hill apartment. Join other locals at J & P Seafood when the taste for seafood strikes.
Walnut Hill keeps residents connected to downtown Philadelphia and beyond with a robust public transportation system, including neighborhood stops on the El, along with multiple city bus routes.
Learn more about living in Walnut HillBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Studio Studio | 447-451 Sq Ft | $1,100 | $1,575 | $1,859 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 689-699 Sq Ft | $900 | $1,882 | $2,515 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 905-921 Sq Ft | $1,225 | $2,230 | $3,441 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1110-1116 Sq Ft | $805 | $1,853 | $3,200 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 2077-2086 Sq Ft | $1,900 | $3,256 | $4,850 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
5249 Chestnut St is within 2 minutes or 0.1 mile from C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr. It is also near University of the Sciences and University of Pennsylvania.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
475 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
282 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
543 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
65 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 46Th Street, located 0.3 mile from 5249 Chestnut St. 5249 Chestnut St is near Philadelphia International, located 8.0 miles or 20 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 36.7 miles or 55 minutes away.
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 20 min | 8.0 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 55 min | 36.7 mi |
Walkability Near 5249 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 19139
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
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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
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Soundscore™
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Traffic
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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 5249 Chestnut St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
5249 Chestnut 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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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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University of Pennsylvania Observatory
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Please Touch Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
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Shofuso - Japanese House and Garden
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.0 mi |
5249 Chestnut St has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Please Touch Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.4 mi |
5249 Chestnut St has 3 hospitals within 4.4 miles, the nearest is Penn Presbyterian Medical Center which is 1.1 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 44 min | 21.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 24.3 mi |
5249 Chestnut St has 3 military bases within 24.3 miles, the nearest is Philadelphia Naval Busi Center which is 6.6 miles away and a 14 minute drive.
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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.
5249 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19139