885 N 27th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,200 sq ft
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- Pets Allowed

About This Home
Move In Ready **Section 8 Voucher Approved** Spend the summer in this quintessential tree-lined Fairmount block steps away from the Art Museum, Lemon Hill Park, the Zoo and the Schuylkill River Trail. Unit 2 offers a walk-up 3 bed and a two bath gem with washer/dryer and dishwasher to make life easier. Easy access to all the nightlife, shopping, and entertainment of Fairmount Ave including The Boozy Mutt, Harper's Ice Cream Lucky Goat Coffee House, Black Taxi, Baby's Coffee, and Krupa's Tavern. Proximity to I-76, bus stops and bike stations make commuting and exploring a breeze. Ready for move in.
885 N 27th St is a house located in Philadelphia County and the 19130 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
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- Dishwasher
- Walk-Up
- Walking/Biking Trails
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Situated just a mile and half north of Center City, Fairmount-Art Museum expertly balances historic gems with modern luxuries. The Fairmount Water Works is a National Historic Landmark and one of the earliest examples of Greek Revival Architecture in the United States. The historic Boathouse Row is within walkable distance of the cosmopolitan Philadelphia Museum of Art and its iconic Rocky Steps, which draw thousands of visitors. Eateries serving up all kinds of international cuisine line the streets in addition to cozy cafes and bars.
Best known for the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Fairmount-Art Museum also contains the historic Eastern State Penitentiary, the Gothic-style former prison and now attraction equipped with tours of Al Capone’s cell and various exhibits. Fairmount-Art Museum boasts easy access to Rodin Museum, Barnes Foundation, the Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Zoo, Fairmount Park, and Schuylkill River Trail as well.
Learn more about living in Fairmount-Art MuseumColleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi | |
Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi | |
Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |

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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include 26Th St & Poplar St, located 0.1 mile from 885 N 27th St. 885 N 27th St is near Philadelphia International, located 11.5 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 35.2 miles or 51 minutes away.
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Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
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Airports | Distance | ||
Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 23 min | 11.5 mi |
Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 51 min | 35.2 mi |
Time and distance from 885 N 27th St.
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Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
Drive: | 6 min | 1.7 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Fels Planetarium
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
Franklin Institute
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
The Academy of Natural Sciences
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
Wagner Free Institute of Science
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
Philadelphia Zoo
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
Hospitals | Distance | ||
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Hospitals | Distance | ||
Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi | |
Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
Military Bases | Distance | ||
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Military Bases | Distance | ||
Drive: | 15 min | 9.0 mi |
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- Walk-Up
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