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$1,425 /month

1529 S Newkirk St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

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What This House Offers

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom townhome in Philadelphia! Conveniently located just across the Schuylkill River from University City and adjacent to the... vibrant Point Breeze and Schuylkill neighborhoods, this home offers easy access to local dining, shopping, public transportation, and major commuter routes.

This character-filled home has been refreshed and is move-in ready. Please note that the paint colors shown in the photos have since been updated to modern, neutral tones, creating a bright and versatile living space that complements any décor style.

Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood flooring throughout most of the home, with carpeted stairs and hallway areas for added comfort. The well-maintained kitchen offers ample cabinet space and leads directly to a private rear porch, perfect for relaxing or enjoying your morning coffee.

Home Features:
- Hardwood flooring throughout most living areas
- Updated neutral paint colors throughout
- Central air conditioning
- Private rear patio
- Laundry hookups in the basement

This inviting home offers a blend of character, comfort, and convenience in one of Philadelphia's most accessible locations. Schedule your tour today and see everything this home has to offer!

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Tenant Qualifications
-Income: Gross monthly must be 3x the rent and must be verifiable
-Credit: 650+, no collections
-No prior evictions
-Criminal background reviewed case-by-case in compliance with applicable laws
-All occupants 18+ must apply (credit, criminal & eviction screening required)
-Application fee is NON-REFUNDABLE — contact us with questions before applying

Lease Terms
-Security deposit: One month’s rent
-Utilities: None included, tenant must get electric and gas transferred to their name. The water, sewer, and trash bill will stay in the owners name and will be charged back to the tenant.
-No pets.
-Required: Renters Insurance with $100,000 Liability to Landlord coverage

Resident Package – $20/month
Includes online payments (ACH fee waived), portal access, 24/7 bilingual maintenance line, and utility concierge service.

Move-In Fee – $100 (one-time)
Covers lease processing, onboarding, portal activation, and pre-move-in condition documentation.

*Market rent and fees are subject to change.
*Fair Housing Statement: Rentwell complies fully with all federal, state, and local Fair Housing laws. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

Electric And Gas To Be Placed Into The Tenants Name
If The Tenant Is Not Paying Any Of The Required Utility Bill(s) Directly At Any Point Of The Lease For Any Reason The Tenant Will Be Charged Back The Cost Of The Utility Bill(s)
No Utilities Included In Lease
Tenant Is Charged Back The Cost Of Water/Sewer/Trash

Unit

  • $1,425 / month
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1027 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

1529 S Newkirk St is a single-family home for rent in Philadelphia, PA

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Property Address:
1529 S Newkirk St,
Philadelphia, PA 19146
Listed by
Rentwell YLLCO | Rentwell Property Management
Phone Number: (610) 557-1980
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Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable100 / 100

Transit

Strong public transit80 / 100

Driveability

Fairly drivable40 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable70 / 100

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Soundscore

Active73 / 100

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Travel and Transit

Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Regional Rail
Airport
Philadelphia International
16 min Drive
Philadelphia International

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

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Alcorn James School

Grades K-8

Public

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St Gabriel School

Grades PK-8

Private

4 rating

Childs George W School

Grades PK-8

Public

4 rating

Universal Audenried Charter School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Colleges and Universities

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Commute Time (Distance)

University of Pennsylvania

Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)

University of the Sciences

Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)

Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main

Drive: 6 min (2.7 mi)

The Art Inst. of Philadelphia

Drive: 7 min (2.8 mi)

Discover Grays Ferry, Philadelphia, PA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 1529 S Newkirk St proximity to Grays Ferry Shopping Center, Grays Ferry Gateway, and South Philadelphia Shopping Center. Grays Ferry Shopping Center is 0.6 miles away, and Grays Ferry Gateway is within a 10 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, 1529 S Newkirk St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.2 miles. Transit options include 49Th Street And Paschall Avenue and Woodland Avenue And 46Th Street.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 1529 S Newkirk St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Schuylkill River Park, Penn Museum, and University of Pennsylvania Observatory.

Airports

Living in Grays Ferry provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 18 minutes from 1529 S Newkirk St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 36.7 miles away.

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