
229 Benezet St, Philadelphia, PA 19118
What This House Offers
Introducing 229 E. Benezet Street, a rare opportunity to rent a home in the heart of Chestnut Hill. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath twin home was built in 1898 and... has since been lovingly renovated and maintained. Step up to the covered front porch, ideal for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Enter the home and find the perfect blend of old and new. The exposed brick walls and original pine hardwood flooring pairs perfectly with modern touches and wainscoting detail. The spacious and open floor plan is ideal for casual living or elegant entertaining. The FIRST FLOOR has an open living room & dining room, beautifully updated kitchen with granite counter tops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, bar seating, and french doors. Off the kitchen is a renovated full bath with ceramic tile and stall shower. The french doors lead to a spacious backyard with patio and bonus shed transformed into a home office with a lofted queen sized bed! The first floor also provides access to a large unfinished basement perfect for all of your storage needs. The SECOND FLOOR features a spacious master bedroom with large closet, second bedroom ideal for a nursery or guest room, large full bathroom with stall shower and claw foot tub, and conveniently located laundry with newer Samsung washer/dryer and reclaimed wood shelving. The THIRD FLOOR features a large third bedroom with reading nook and ample storage space. Perfectly located and within walking distance to all Chestnut Hill has to offer, including the finest shops, galleries, restaurants and just a short walk to the regional rail and the Free Library. Schedule your tour today!!
Unit
- $3,995 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Jan 12
Home Features
- Basement
229 Benezet St is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19118 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
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable85 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit51 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable51 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active78 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Jenks John S School
Grades K-8
Public
Mccloskey John F School
Grades PK-8
Public
The Waldorf School Of Philadelphia
Grades PK-8
Private
Roxborough High School
Grades 9-12
Public
The Crefeld School
Grades 7-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Chesnut Hill College
Drive: 8 min (2.5 mi)
Arcadia University
Drive: 8 min (3.2 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr
Drive: 8 min (3.9 mi)
La Salle University
Drive: 10 min (4.3 mi)
Discover Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 229 Benezet St proximity to Market Square At Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill Plaza, and Chestnut Hill Shoppes. Market Square At Chestnut Hill is 0.4 miles away, and Chestnut Hill Plaza is within a 9 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 51, 229 Benezet St has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.9 miles. Transit options include Olney and Fern Rock Transportation Center.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 229 Benezet St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4 miles, including The Morris Arboretum, Wissahickon Environmental Center, and Awbury Arboretum.
Airports
Living in Chestnut Hill provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 39 minutes from 229 Benezet St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 35.2 miles away.
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