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$3,295/month

242 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123

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What This Townhouse Offers

*Available 9/1!* This impeccably designed brick townhouse located in the thriving community of Northern Liberties benefits from a number of exceptional city amenities. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half bathrooms, a finished basement, a patio... , and a rooftop deck overlooking the neighborhood landscape. Within just a short walking distance, you will find a neighborhood rec center, coffee shop, and numerous restaurants, such as Abbaye and KenLoves BYOB. Venturing out a bit further will reward you with Edgar Allen Poe's National Historic Site, a fascinating historic landmark, that is just a stone's throw away! Stepping through the front door, you’ll be greeted with a striking design, pleasing hardwood flooring, and a spacious living area. The open-concept living room and dining area provide an open view of the galley-style kitchen. The kitchen presents a selection of modern and convenient appliances such as a dishwasher, wall-mounted microwave, garbage disposal, and a gas stove/oven surrounded with beautiful white cabinetry, blue subway tiles, white corian countertop, and tile floors. Heading to the upper floor levels, each floor offers a bedroom fashioned with ample closet space and windows to allow for natural light to permeate each room. The hallway connecting the topmost bedroom is where you can gain access to the rooftop deck and one of the half bathrooms. Making your way down to the finished basement, you will see it offers a sizable and flexible space. Whether you require a home gym, an entertainment center, or even an office, it is ready to serve any of your needs. You can also find the second half bathroom and a room to serve as the ideal laundry space here. Lease Terms: Generally, 1st month, and 1 month security deposit due at, or prior to, lease signing. Other terms may be required by Landlord such as last month’s rent upfront. $65 application fee per applicant. Tenants are responsible for: electricity, gas (if applicable), cable/internet and $10/mo technology fee. Water is a flat monthly fee of $90. Additional fees or requirements may be applicable for units with Homeowners or Condo Associations. Landlord Requirements: Applicants to make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable gross income, credit history to be considered, no evictions within the past 5 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. Cosigners will be considered. *Cats and dogs permitted with $500 refundable pet deposit per pet

Unit

  • $3,295 / month
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • Available Now

Townhome Features

  • Basement
  • Dishwasher

242 Fairmount Ave Townhome is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19123 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
  • Interior Unit Townhome
  • Masonry
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Skylights
  • Built-In Features
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1500 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Lot Details

  • 653 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 14.83 x 44.00

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Public Water Source
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,295
  • 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 2025-09-01
  • $65 Application Fee
  • Assessor Parcel Number 055160100
  • Tenant pays for all utilities
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • Residential Lease

Community Details

Overview

  • Northern Liberties Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed
  • Pet Deposit Required

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
242 Fairmount Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Listed by
James A Decker
Phone Number: (215) 735-7368
BrightMLS#MD

Copyright © 2025 Bright MLS, Inc.

Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ®

Walker's Paradise93 / 100

Transit Score ®

Excellent Transit85 / 100

Bike Score ®

Biker's Paradise96 / 100

Soundscore

Busy67 / 100

Travel and Transit

1 min Drive
Market-Frankford Line - SEPTA
2 min Drive
Market-Frankford Line - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley)
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit
Commuter Rail
Market East
4 min Drive
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Regional Rail
Commuter Rail
Suburban Station
5 min Drive
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Regional Rail
Airport
Philadelphia International
21 min Drive
Philadelphia International
Airport
Trenton Mercer
48 min Drive
TTN

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

5 rating

General Philip Kearny

Grades K-8

Public

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St Peter The Apostle School

Grades PK-8

Private

2 rating

Franklin Benjamin High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Al Aqsa Islamic Academy

Grades PK-12

Private

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Walter D Palmer Leadership Learning Partnership Cs

Grades PK-12

Charter

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

C.C. of Philadelphia

Drive: 5 min (1.5 mi)

Drexel Univ., Hahnemann

Drive: 3 min (1.5 mi)

Thomas Jefferson University

Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi)

Rutgers, Camden Campus

Drive: 6 min (3.1 mi)

Discover Northern Liberties, Philadelphia, PA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 242 Fairmount Ave Townhome proximity to The Plaza at Spring Garden, Shops at Schmidts, and 9th Street Marketplace. The Plaza at Spring Garden is 0.4 miles away, and Shops at Schmidts is within an 11 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 85, 242 Fairmount Ave Townhome has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include Spring Garden (Mfl) and Girard Av & 3Rd St.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 242 Fairmount Ave Townhome are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, Great Egg Harbor River, and Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River.

Airports

Living in Northern Liberties provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 21 minutes from 242 Fairmount Ave Townhome. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 33 miles away.

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