$2,000
/ Month
6738 Emlen St
Philadelphia, PA 19119
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br | 3 Baths 3 Baths 3 Ba | — |
About This Property
Spacious 3 level home in the charming Mt. Airy section of Philadelphia. Features living room, dining room, large kitchen. Master bedroom has a full private bath, 2 addition bedrooms and a hall bath. Full finished basement with additional bathroom, Rear yard with patio and 2 car parking . Close to local schools, shopping and transportation. The yearly Condo/HOA is low and covers snow removal and maintenance to the common areas ( Seller pay for ) This townhouse is located less than a block from the Carpenter Lane Regional Rail System on the Chestnut Hill West Line. It is also centrally located for easy access to West Mt. Airy shops and eateries, Germantown Ave. shops and eateries, Forbidden Drive, Wissahickon Trail, Chestnut Hill and it is located in the C.W. Henry Elementary School catchment area. 2022: replaced the gutter on the front , 25 linear ft gutter , downspout and elbows ( Cooper roofing ). The size will surprise you!
6738 Emlen St is a townhome located in Philadelphia County and the 19119 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
6738 Emlen St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19119
Known as one of the best big-city neighborhoods, West Mount Airy is located ten miles northwest of Center City, Philadelphia. A quick drive will get you from your charming home in West Mount Airy to Philadelphia’s vivacious downtown.
With cozy coffee shops, delicious local eateries, lively bars, and great shops, West Mount Airy is an amenity-filled neighborhood. Affordable condos and luxury apartments line the streets of this lively small town. With walkable streets, public transit, and proximity to some of Philadelphia’s best public, charter, and private schools, West Mount Airy is a coveted place to live.
This Philly suburb offers charming neighborhoods, peaceful streets, and access to beautiful forests. Explore Pennsylvania’s natural landscapes on West Mount Airy’s hiking trails through the forest along Wissahickson Creek, or stop in one of downtown’s delightful local bars, bakeries, or book stores.
Learn more about living in West Mount AiryBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
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| Studio Studio Studio | 768 Sq Ft | $900 | $1,093 | $1,425 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 717-718 Sq Ft | $1,050 | $1,583 | $2,300 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 931-936 Sq Ft | $1,000 | $2,037 | $3,200 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1516-1523 Sq Ft | $1,980 | $2,928 | $4,000 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 2519 Sq Ft | $2,600 | $3,250 | $3,500 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi |
6738 Emlen St is within 8 minutes or 2.6 miles from La Salle University. It is also near Drexel Univ., Queen Lane and Philadelphia University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
319 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
489 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
710 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
73 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
37 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Olney Transit Center, located 3.3 miles from 6738 Emlen St. 6738 Emlen St is near Philadelphia International, located 18.5 miles or 34 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 31.6 miles or 55 minutes away.
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| Drive: | 10 min | 3.3 mi | |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 34 min | 18.5 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 55 min | 31.6 mi |
Walkability Near 6738 Emlen St Philadelphia, PA 19119
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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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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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 6738 Emlen St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
6738 Emlen St has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Awbury Arboretum
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Wissahickon Environmental Center
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.5 mi |
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The Morris Arboretum
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Drive: | 14 min | 4.9 mi |
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Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
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Drive: | 15 min | 5.5 mi |
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Rolling Hill Park
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Drive: | 20 min | 6.8 mi |
6738 Emlen St has 5 parks within 6.8 miles, including Awbury Arboretum, The Morris Arboretum, and Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 3.6 mi |
6738 Emlen St has 3 hospitals within 3.6 miles, the nearest is Roxborough Memorial Hospital which is 2.3 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 33 min | 13.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 15.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 16.7 mi |
6738 Emlen St has 3 military bases within 16.7 miles, the nearest is Naval Air Development Center which is 13.7 miles away and a 33 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.
6738 Emlen St
Philadelphia, PA 19119