
1220 N 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
What This Townhouse Offers
Welcome to this bright and spacious one-bedroom apartment tucked away on a quiet residential block in West Philadelphia. The apartment features beautiful... original hardwood floors that flow throughout, freshly painted walls in a soft modern tone, and large bay windows that fill the space with natural sunlight. The bedroom offers generous closet space with built-in shelving, while the kitchen is equipped with sleek glass-front cabinets, a tile backsplash, and a stainless-steel stove that gives the space a modern touch. You’ll also find updated lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, and a cozy bathroom with clean tile finishes. Electric is the only utility paid by the tenant — there’s no gas service in the unit. Water is billed separately based on usage. Street parking is available, and the apartment is move-in ready. Conveniently located near Lancaster Avenue, City Avenue, and Fairmount Park, this apartment provides easy access to University City, Center City, and Overbrook Station. Grocery stores, restaurants, and public transportation are all close by, making it ideal for anyone seeking both comfort and accessibility. Contact us today to schedule a showing and make this charming one-bedroom apartment at 1220 N 55th Street your new home!
Unit
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- Available Feb 4
1220 N 55th St is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19131 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Philadelphia, PA 19131

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable77 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit70 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable69 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Universal Bluford Charter School
Grades K-8
Charter
St Rose Of Lima Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Heston Edward School
Grades PK-8
Public
Overbrook High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Mastery Cs -Shoemaker Campus
Grades 7-12
Charter
Senior Clara Muhammad School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
St Joseph's Univ., Phila.
Drive: 8 min (2.5 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 8 min (2.8 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Drive: 8 min (2.9 mi)
Discover Carroll Park, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1220 N 55th St proximity to Progress Haddington Plaza, Overbrook Plaza, and Park West Town Center. Progress Haddington Plaza is 0.5 miles away, and Overbrook Plaza is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 1220 N 55th St has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.8 miles. Transit options include Girard Av & 56Th St and Girard Av & 54Th St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1220 N 55th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Fairmount Park, Please Touch Museum, and Shofuso - Japanese House and Garden.
Airports
Living in Carroll Park provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 22 minutes from 1220 N 55th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37.6 miles away.
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