1559 E Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
What This Townhouse Offers
Available Early July: Welcome to 1559 E Montgomery Ave! This is a spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome offering comfort, character, and a private outdoor space in a great location. Enjoy central A/C, mixed flooring, and charming exposed brick... walls. Enter into a large living space featuring wood floors and a fireplace, with a bonus front area perfect for a home office or reading nook. The dining area sits just behind the living room and leads into a large, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. A skylight and sliding doors bring in beautiful natural light and open out to a giant back patio with a pond—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The home also includes a partially finished basement for storage and a convenient half bath. On the second floor, you’ll find a small bedroom to the back, a large bathroom with washer/dryer, and a nicely sized front bedroom featuring original built-ins. The third floor is dedicated to the primary suite for privacy and comfort. Call for a tour today! Please note that the following furnishings will remain with the home: workbench next to furnace in basement, sheet metal fish sculpture hanging on fence out back, table in third floor bathroom, storage racks behind bathroom. The following could stay if tenant wishes: raised garden bed, folding table in basement, primary bedroom furniture + crib. Lease Terms: Generally, 1st month, 12th month, and 1 month security deposit due at, or prior to, lease signing. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $55 application fee per applicant. 1 pet is conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee and/or monthly pet rent, if accepted. (Generally, $500/dog and $250/cat). Strictly 1 pet maximum allowance and dogs 45lbs and under. Tenants responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, and water. 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.
- $3,245 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
- Dishwasher
1559 E Montgomery Ave Townhome is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19125 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
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1920
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- End Unit Townhome
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Masonry
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Living Room
- Recessed Lighting
- Dining Room
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Replacement Windows
- 1700 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile or Brick
- Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Basement
- Partially Finished Basement
Parking
- Public Parking
- Unassigned Parking
- On-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Lot Details
- 1264 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Back Yard
- Southwest Facing Home
- Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 82.00
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,245
- Requires 3 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2025-07-08
- $55 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 181178500
- Tenant pays for all utilities
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Fishtown Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
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Philadelphia, PA 19125

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise92 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit68 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable88 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active70 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hackett Horatio B School
Grades PK-5
Public
Adaire Alexander School
Grades K-8
Public
St Laurentius School
Grades PK-8
Private
Penn Treaty Middle School
Grades 6-12
Public
Bethel Baptist Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Temple University, Main Campus
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia
Drive: 10 min (3.3 mi)
Camden Co. Coll., Camden City
Drive: 10 min (4.5 mi)
Rutgers, Camden Campus
Drive: 11 min (4.9 mi)
Discover Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1559 E Montgomery Ave Townhome proximity to Fishtown Crossing, Shops at Schmidts, and The Plaza at Spring Garden. Fishtown Crossing is 1 mile away, and Shops at Schmidts is within a 19 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 68, 1559 E Montgomery Ave Townhome has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.4 miles. Transit options include Berks and Girard Av & Palmer St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1559 E Montgomery Ave Townhome are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Wagner Free Institute of Science, Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, and Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River.
Airports
Living in Fishtown provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 24 minutes from 1559 E Montgomery Ave Townhome. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 31.5 miles away.
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