
1238 S 46th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
What This Townhouse Offers
CALLING ALL STUDENTS!!! Welcome to this spacious and fully furnished 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home perfectly located just across from University City. Ideal choice... for college students, professionals, families and shared living. For 4 or more students, its $600 each plus utilites. Their is an extra bed in a room that can be shared with plenty of space. This well-maintained property offers generous bedroom sizes, multiple common areas, and a functional layout designed for comfort and convenience. The finished basement offers what could be a whole additional living space with 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath with a kitchenette. It's just one block from St. Joeseph's University and University of Penn. Close to major transportation, food stores, and restaurants/ cafe within walking distance. Enjoy your walks at the local community park that has a farmers’ market that falls on Sundays. Come see what this charming home has to offer. All you need to do is unpack your bags and move right in. Don't hesitate to reach out and schedule your showing today!
Unit
- $3,000 / month
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
1238 S 46th St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1930
- Interior Unit Townhome
- AirLite
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- 1590 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2.5 Levels
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Finished Basement
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Accessible Home Design
- Doors are 32 inches wide or more
Lot Details
- 1409 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 16.00 x 90.00
Utilities
- 90% Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,000
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 2026-03-19
- Assessor Parcel Number 273002100
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- University City Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Philadelphia, PA 19143

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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Comegys Benjamin B School
Grades K-8
Public
Lea Henry C School
Grades PK-8
Public
Crusaders for Christ Christian Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
The Workshop School
Grades 9-12
Public
Bartram John - Main
Grades 9-12
Public
Hms School For Children With Cerebral Palsy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of the Sciences
Walk: 4 min (0.2 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Walk: 18 min (1 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
Discover Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1238 S 46th St proximity to Grays Ferry Gateway, Grays Ferry Shopping Center, and The Shops At Penn. Grays Ferry Gateway is 1.3 miles away, and Grays Ferry Shopping Center is within a 23 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Kingsessing is exceptional public transit. Within 3.8 miles of 1238 S 46th St, you’ll find Woodland Avenue And 46Th Street, Woodland Avenue And 47Th Street, and Woodland Avenue And 43Rd Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1238 S 46th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Bartram's Garden, Penn Museum, and University of Pennsylvania Observatory.
Airports
Living in Kingsessing provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 17 minutes from 1238 S 46th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37 miles away.
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