
1523 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
What This Townhouse Offers
Available Early July: Welcome to 1523 N 2nd St, a stunning 4 bedroom, 2.2 bathroom rental home boasting a straight-through floor plan with hardwood floors, a... built-in fireplace, recessed lighting, and a chef's kitchen featuring marble waterfall countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. In-unit laundry and central air offer convenience and comfort. Schedule your viewing today! Lease Terms: Mandatory 2-year lease. Generally, 1st month, 12th month, and 1 month security deposit are due. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $50 application fee per applicant. 1 pet is conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee, if accepted. (Generally, $500). Strictly 1 pet maximum allowance. Tenants responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, water, and a $21.50/month Risk Protection Fee. Landlord Requirements: Applicants to make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable net income, credit history to be considered (i.e. no active collections), no evictions within the past 4 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered.
Unit
- $3,395 / month
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace
1523 N 2nd St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1915
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Recessed Lighting
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Fireplace
- 1980 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Six Burner Stove
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Built-In Oven
- Kitchen Island
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-in Shower
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- 4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Basement
- Finished Basement
Parking
- Public Parking
- Unassigned Parking
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Lot Details
- 1280 Sq Ft Lot
Schools
- Kensington High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,395
- Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 24-Month Lease Term
- Available 2026-07-08
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 182108900
- Tenant pays for all utilities
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- Olde Kensington Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Limit on the number of pets
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Philadelphia, PA 19122

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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active68 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Moffet John School
Grades K-5
Public
Kensington Creative & Performing Arts High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Temple University, Main Campus
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Drexel Univ., Hahnemann
Drive: 5 min (2.4 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia
Drive: 7 min (2.5 mi)
Rutgers, Camden Campus
Drive: 8 min (4 mi)
Discover Olde Kensington, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1523 N 2nd St proximity to Shops at Schmidts, 9th Street Marketplace, and Sullivan Progress Plaza. Shops at Schmidts is 0.4 miles away, and 9th Street Marketplace is within a 17 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 1523 N 2nd St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3 miles. Transit options include Girard Av & 2Nd St and Girard Av & 3Rd St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1523 N 2nd St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, Wagner Free Institute of Science, and Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River.
Airports
Living in Olde Kensington provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 23 minutes from 1523 N 2nd St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 32.1 miles away.
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