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$2,200 / Month

5553 Matthews St

Philadelphia, PA 19138

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Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

1.5
Square Feet

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Available

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Highlights

Straight Thru Architecture
Zoned Cooling
Radiator

5553 Matthews St

About This Home

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Spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home featuring an enclosed front porch, hardwood floors, and a bright living and dining area that flows into the kitchen. Upper level offers comfortable bedrooms and a full hall bath, with an additional half bath on the main level. Conveniently located near public transportation, schools, and local amenities. Section 8 accepted. Pets case by case. First month, last month, and security deposit due at lease signing.

5553 Matthews St is a townhome 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.

Home Details

Home Type

Interior Unit Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1900

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1.5 Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Home Design

Straight Thru Architecture Masonry Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

1,056 Sq Ft Home Property has 2 Levels

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,200 24-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term Available 3/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 122294700 Tenant pays for all utilities The owner pays for pest control Residential Lease

Lot Details

861 Sq Ft Lot Lot Dimensions are 17.00 x 52.00

Parking

On-Street Parking

Schools

Martin L. King High School

Utilities

Zoned Cooling Radiator Heating System Uses Natural Gas Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Contact

Listed by LeeAnn Sullivan | Real of Pennsylvania
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Contact
Source

Bright MLS, Inc.

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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.

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Amenities

Basement

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
La Salle University	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Drexel Univ., Queen Lane	Drive:	7 min	2.7 mi
Philadelphia University	Drive:	9 min	3.0 mi

5553 Matthews St is within 15 minutes or 0.8 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 Transit Center, located 1.4 miles from 5553 Matthews St. 5553 Matthews St is near Philadelphia International, located 18.4 miles or 34 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 29.4 miles or 49 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Olney Transit Center	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
Logan	Drive:	6 min	2.0 mi
Fern Rock Transit Center	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Wyoming	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Hunting Park	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Germantown	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Washington Lane	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Wister	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Stenton	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Fern Rock Transit Center	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Philadelphia International	Drive:	34 min	18.4 mi
Trenton Mercer	Drive:	49 min	29.4 mi

Very Walkable

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5553 Matthews St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Shoppes At LaSalle	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
West Oak Lane Shopping Center	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Champlost Shops	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi

5553 Matthews St has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 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:	12 min	0.7 mi
Tacony Creek Park	Drive:	10 min	5.2 mi
The Morris Arboretum	Drive:	14 min	5.6 mi
Wissahickon Environmental Center	Drive:	13 min	5.9 mi
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education	Drive:	18 min	7.1 mi

5553 Matthews St has 5 parks within 7.1 miles, including Awbury Arboretum, Tacony Creek Park, and The Morris Arboretum.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Albert Einstein Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Philadelphia	Drive:	9 min	3.6 mi
Temple University Hospital	Drive:	10 min	3.8 mi