226 S 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
What This Apartment Offers
Beautifully renovated two bedroom 2nd floor apartment with laundry in Cobb's Creek is available! This spacious property features a front porch with a shared secure entrance, newer vinyl plank flooring throughout, a beautifully updated kitchen with tile backsplash and dark cabinetry, and shared laundry in the basement. Both bedrooms and living room have plenty of natural light with neutral colored paint. Great location close to public transportation, amenities and shopping. First and last month's rent and security deposit required.
Unit 2
226 S 56th St Unit 2 is an apartment for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Apartment Details
Home Design
- Built in 1925
- Condominium
- Masonry
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- 660 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
Flooring
- Laminate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Lot Details
- East Facing Home
- Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 82.50
Location
- Urban Location
Utilities
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Municipal Trash
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,250
- Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 12-Month Min and 60-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-11-01
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 604213900
- Tenant pays for electricity, gas, water, sewer, insurance, snow removal, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care
- Rent includes trash removal
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Low-Rise Community
- Cobbs Creek Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Somewhat drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
21 min Drive
Airport
58 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr | Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi) |
| University of the Sciences | Drive: 6 min (2 mi) |
| University of Pennsylvania | Drive: 6 min (2.2 mi) |
| Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main | Drive: 8 min (3 mi) |
Discover Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 226 S 56th St Unit 2 proximity to Progress Haddington Plaza, 9-37 N 52nd St, and Cobbs Creek Shopping Center. Progress Haddington Plaza is 0.8 miles away, and 9-37 N 52nd St is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Cobbs Creek is exceptional public transit. Within 3 miles of 226 S 56th St Unit 2, you’ll find 56Th Street, 60Th Street, and 52Nd Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 226 S 56th St Unit 2 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center, Fairmount Park, and Cobbs Creek Park.
Airports
Living in Cobbs Creek provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 20 minutes from 226 S 56th St Unit 2. Another nearby airport is Wilmington Airport, located 33.3 miles away.
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