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$1,500 / Month

5542 Blakemore St

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Philadelphia, PA 19138

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    3

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    1,010 sq ft

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5542 Blakemore St
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About This Home

$1,500 deposit, Available Now

Freshly rehabbed 3BR/1BA on a friendly block! Modern kitchen w/ stainless appliances, new floors, & fresh paint. W/D on-site in clean, dry basement. Front porch & backyard for grilling. Near Shops at LaSalle & transit. Tenants pay utilities. App fee applies. NOTE: If PHA voucher used, rent is subject to change. PHA determines rent. Once rent is determined, the security deposit will be the same as the rental amount.

5542 Blakemore St is a house located in Philadelphia County and the 19138 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.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $1,500

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Contact

  • Listed by Mercury Real Estate Group | Mercury Real Estate Group
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Neighborhood

Discover the perfect blend of history and modern living in East Germantown! This charming neighborhood is a haven for history enthusiasts, with its rich colonial and Civil War heritage. When it comes to renting apartments, you'll find a treasure trove of historic and visually appealing options.

Despite being just a short six miles from the bustling Center City, East Germantown boasts a peaceful suburban atmosphere. Here, you'll encounter spacious homes with yards, an abundance of parks, and serene streets. Awbury Park, for instance, offers delightful amenities such as scenic walking trails, picnic spots, playgrounds, and year-round activities for both kids and adults. Plus, the East Germantown Recreation Center serves as a vibrant community hub, catering to residents of all ages.

East Germantown stretches from the eastern side of Germantown Avenue up to East Upsal Street, just north of Downtown Philadelphia.

Learn more about living in East Germantown 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
La Salle University
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drexel Univ., Queen Lane
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Philadelphia University
Drive: 10 min 3.2 mi
5542 Blakemore St is within 14 minutes or 0.7 mile from La Salle University. It is also near C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr and Drexel Univ., Queen Lane.
Schools
Pastorius Francis P School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
485 Students
Attendance Zone
Prince Hall
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
413 Students
Nearby
King Martin Luther High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
498 Students
Attendance Zone
Corinthian Christian Academy
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
St. Benedict Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Green Tree School & Services
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
73 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Olney, located 1.3 miles from 5542 Blakemore St. 5542 Blakemore St is near Philadelphia International, located 17.8 miles or 34 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 29.3 miles or 50 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Olney
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Fern Rock Transportation Center
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Logan
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Wyoming
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Hunting Park
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Wister
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Germantown
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Washington Lane
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Fern Rock Transportation Center
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Stenton
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
 Drive: 34 min 17.8 mi
Trenton Mercer
 Drive: 50 min 29.3 mi
Very Walkable
79
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
59
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
53
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5542 Blakemore St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Shoppes At LaSalle
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Champlost Shops
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
West Oak Lane Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
5542 Blakemore St has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Awbury Arboretum
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Tacony Creek Park
 Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi
The Morris Arboretum
 Drive: 14 min 5.5 mi
Wissahickon Environmental Center
 Drive: 13 min 5.8 mi
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
 Drive: 19 min 7.3 mi
5542 Blakemore St has 5 parks within 7.3 miles, including Awbury Arboretum, Tacony Creek Park, and The Morris Arboretum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Albert Einstein Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Philadelphia
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
Temple University Hospital
Drive: 9 min 3.5 mi
5542 Blakemore St has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Albert Einstein Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Willow Grove Naval Air Station
Drive: 28 min 13.1 mi
5542 Blakemore St is 13.1 miles and a 28 minute drive from Willow Grove Naval Air Station.

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