1213 Walnut
1213 Walnut St,
Philadelphia, PA 19107
$2,820 - $5,744
Studio - 2 Beds
Penn Reading
2046 E Lehigh Ave,
Philadelphia,
PA
19125
Leasing Office:
1028 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
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Penn Reading
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Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Island Kitchen
- Elevator
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
About Penn Reading
Welcome to 2046 E Lehigh Ave at Penn Reading! This gorgeous new construction building is move-in ready and is the perfect place for you to call home! Modern features collide with convenient living in these spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, located in vibrant East Kensington. You're sure to love the luxurious lobby showcasing an elevator and 2 separate stairwells for easy and secure access in and out of the building. An Amazon Digital Key Delivery Access ensures your packages will be delivered inside the building for added peace of mind. Conveniently equipped with central a/c for year-round comfort and in-unit laundry, each unit was custom engineered to offer peace of mind and well-being. The open floor plans provide a bright and airy atmosphere and ample room for you to customize your furniture arrangement. Enjoy stunning kitchens that are fully equipped with cabinetry above and below, marble counters and backsplash, and sleek stainless steel appliances. Large windows offer abundant sunlight throughout and the bedrooms are sizable with sliding closet doors. The elegant bathrooms boast modern fixtures and lighted vanities with storage space. Located in the booming East Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, just North of Fishtown. Easily accessible via I-95 and public transportation options into Center City. You'll be right off of Frankford Avenue offering nonstop boutique shopping, art galleries, and trendy thrift stores. Walkable to the Kensington Community Food Co-op, Hagert Street Playground, Letterly Green, POPS Skatepark, and Norris Square Park. Local favorite places include The Penalty Box, Philadelphia Brewing Co, Martha, Hello Donuts + Coffee, Atlantis, Circles & Squares, and more!
Penn Reading is an apartment community located in Philadelphia County and the 19125 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Elevator
Playground
Key Fob Entry
24 Hour Access
- 24 Hour Access
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Playground
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Warming Drawer
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
2046 E Lehigh Ave,
Philadelphia,
PA
19125
Leasing Office:
1028 N 3rd St,
Philadelphia,
PA
19123
Kensington is an artistic neighborhood in Philadelphia that offers unique rentals, partially due to the spacious studio and loft apartments available. There are also several affordable and modern townhomes for rent in town that attract families. You’ll find locals heading down Frankford Avenue to the artistic Fishtown neighborhood which is full of craft breweries and charming pubs. Check out Philadelphia Brewing Company or Memphis Taproom for some local brews. Try a cheese pie at Pizza Brain, which doubles as the nation’s only pizza museum, or chow down on bratwurst at Frankford Hall, a large, indoor German beer garden.
There are several stops on the area’s commuter rail line in Kensington, as well as plenty of bus routes to get to Center City, located less than five miles away, making this neighborhood a more affordable yet convenient option for in-city living.
Learn more about living in Kensington
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Kensington | Philadelphia, PA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,239 | $1,407 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,521 | $1,763 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,950 | $2,200 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,808 | $2,934 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi |
Penn Reading is within 7 minutes or 2.5 miles from Temple University, Main Campus. It is also near Temple Univ., Health Center and Rutgers, Camden Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Somerset, located 0.4 mile from Penn Reading. Penn Reading is near Philadelphia International, located 14.3 miles or 23 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 31.2 miles or 46 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Philadelphia International
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Drive: | 23 min | 14.3 mi |
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Trenton Mercer
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Drive: | 46 min | 31.2 mi |
Walkability Near Penn Reading
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
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 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
Busy
Soundscore™
67
/ 100
Traffic
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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 Penn Reading.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
Penn Reading has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Wagner Free Institute of Science
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
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Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
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Tacony Creek Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.5 mi |
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Independence National Historical Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi |
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Adventure Aquarium
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi |
Penn Reading has 5 parks within 6.0 miles, including Wagner Free Institute of Science, Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, and Tacony Creek Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
Penn Reading has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is St. Christopher's Hospital for Children which is 1.9 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 8.6 mi |
Penn Reading is 8.6 miles and a 14 minute drive from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.
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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.
2046 E Lehigh Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19125