1240 S Melville St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
What This House Offers
This prime University City rental offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and location.
It features central A/C, Andersen windows, ceiling fans, and... other thoughtful upgrades, plus a reserved parking spot right in front of the building no need to search for street parking. Just a minute from St. Joseph's University and within walking distance to UPenn, Drexel, CHOP, and Clark Park, it's ideal for students, faculty, hospital staff, and professionals.
Trolley lines T4 and T5 are only two minutes away, providing easy access to Center City in just 10 minutes. The home also boasts strong walk, transit, and bike scores, making daily commutes simple and stress-free. Inside, you'll find a clean, spacious finished basement (with its own full bath and laundry area), a second full bathroom upstairs, and a private backyard great for storage, relaxing, or entertaining. Plus, the lively neighborhood offers an unbeatable community vibe, with local restaurants, cafes, and the Clark Park Farmers Market just steps away on weekends.
Unit
- $2,200 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,560 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
1240 S Melville St House is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19143 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Parking
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Philadelphia, PA 19143
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable86 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit82 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise93 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active70 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Comegys Benjamin B School
Grades K-8
Public
Crusaders for Christ Christian Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Lea Henry C School
Grades PK-8
Public
Bartram John - Main
Grades 9-12
Public
The City School - Poplar Campus
Grades 6-12
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 (0.9 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1240 S Melville St House proximity to Grays Ferry Gateway, The Shops At Penn, and Grays Ferry Shopping Center. Grays Ferry Gateway is 1.3 miles away, and The Shops At Penn is within a 22 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 82, 1240 S Melville St House has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.6 miles. Transit options include Woodland Avenue And 46Th Street and Woodland Avenue And 43Rd Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1240 S Melville St House are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Bartram's Garden.
Airports
Living in Spruce Hill provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 17 minutes from 1240 S Melville St House. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37 miles away.
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