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$1,990 / Month

5981 N 21st St

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Philadelphia, PA 19138

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  • Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    1.5

  • Square Feet

    970 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Mar 6

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Available Mar 6

Available for HCV/PHA Section 8 Voucher Holders! Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-story corner home located in the Ogontz neighborhood. This charming property blends original character with modern updates, creating a warm and inviting living space. Step into the bright and airy living room featuring recessed lighting, a ceiling fan, and a beautiful original built-in mantel that adds timeless charm. The sunroom allows for an abundance of natural sunlight, enhancing the home's welcoming atmosphere. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and kitchen—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, amble cabinets, and modern finishes. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms with ample closet space. The fully renovated bathroom includes all new fixtures, a modern vanity, and a shower/tub combination.The basement is equipped with a washer and dryer. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this thoughtfully updated corner home yours—schedule your showing today!

5981 N 21St 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.
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  • Listed by Charlene A Houston | Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
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Neighborhood

Logan-Ogontz-Fern Rock, located about 10 miles north of the heart of Philadelphia, is a lively urban neighborhood full of residential areas, modern amenities, and exciting attractions. This city is popular for commuters since Route 611 and Highway 1 run through different parts of the neighborhood. Public transportation is also accessible via the Olney Transportation Center, located in the center of Logan-Ogontz-Fern Rock. The area is great for students as well because La Salle University, a small private Catholic university, sits on the western border of town.

Find family-friendly attractions at sprawling parks and historical sites, including the Wister Woods Park and the Stenton Mansion. A variety of local eateries are gathered along North 5th Street and North Broad Street while large shopping plazas with a plethora of stores can be found off these roads as well. Affordable rentals ranging in size and style can be found throughout the neighborhood.

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Amenities
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
La Salle University
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Drexel Univ., Queen Lane
Drive: 9 min 2.8 mi
Philadelphia University
Drive: 10 min 3.1 mi
5981 N 21st St is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from La Salle University. It is also near C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr and Drexel Univ., Queen Lane.
Schools
Pennell Joseph School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
311 Students
Attendance Zone
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
364 Students
Attendance Zone
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 0.8 mile from 5981 N 21st St. 5981 N 21st St is near Philadelphia International, located 18.3 miles or 33 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 29.5 miles or 51 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Olney Transit Center
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Fern Rock Transit Center
Drive: 4 min 1.1 mi
Logan
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Wyoming
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Hunting Park
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Wister
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Germantown
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Washington Lane
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Fern Rock Transit Center
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Stenton
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
 Drive: 33 min 18.3 mi
Trenton Mercer
 Drive: 51 min 29.5 mi
Very Walkable
85
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
68
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
51
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 5981 N 21st St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Shoppes At LaSalle
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Champlost Shops
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
West Oak Lane Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
5981 N 21st St has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 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: 16 min 0.8 mi
Tacony Creek Park
 Drive: 11 min 5.0 mi
Wagner Free Institute of Science
 Drive: 13 min 5.1 mi
The Morris Arboretum
 Drive: 14 min 5.8 mi
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
 Drive: 19 min 7.3 mi
5981 N 21st St has 5 parks within 7.3 miles, including Awbury Arboretum, Tacony Creek Park, and Wagner Free Institute of Science.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Albert Einstein Medical Center
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Philadelphia
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Temple University Hospital
Drive: 7 min 3.1 mi
5981 N 21st St has 3 hospitals within 3.1 miles, the nearest is Albert Einstein Medical Center which is 1.0 mile away and a 19 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Philadelphia Naval Busi Center
Drive: 26 min 15.1 mi
5981 N 21st St is 15.1 miles and a 26 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.

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