
253 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
What This Townhouse Offers
Available August 1, 2025! Inquire about the video tour. This spacious 1 bed/1 bath apartment is located in the heart of the old city on a popular and quiet... block of 3rd St. that has lots of businesses, top-rated restaurants, cafeterias, shops, public transportation, pilates, gyms, and historic attractions just a couple of minutes away from your unit! Enjoy relaxing walks to Penn's Landing, your favorite food & amazing atmosphere that this neighborhood offers to you! It has an Italian, exclusively designed and made for this unit bespoke kitchen with lots of cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an electric stove, a dishwasher, and a garbage disposal. It will be a dream for cooking enthusiasts! The living room is spacious and perfect for entertainment. Big windows facing 3rd St that let in a lot of natural light! The bedroom is separated from the rest of the apartment by a 3/4 wall. It can easily fit a queen-sized bed, desk, dresser, and more! Beautiful bathroom with custom-made vanity units and mirrors with real wood veneers. The apartment has an in-unit washer and dryer, central AC & Heating, an intercom! Water is included in rent, tenants only pay for electricity and wifi! Convenient tenant portal for rent payments & responsive maintenance. First, last, and security to move in, 3x the rent income & 675+ credit score to qualify however each application is reviewed case by case per local regulations.
Unit
- $1,800 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 550 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
253 N 3rd St Townhome is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19106 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 | Remodeled in 2023
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick Front
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Plaster Walls
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- High Ceiling
- Transom Windows
- 550 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 4 Levels
- Double Hung Windows
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
Basement
- Unfinished Basement
Home Security
- Fire Escape
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Accessible Home Design
- Entry on the 4th floor
Lot Details
- 1688 Sq Ft Lot
Location
- Urban Location
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Electricity Available
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,800
- 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2025-08-01
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 871003850
- The owner pays for water
- Rent includes electricity, cable TV
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- Old City Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
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Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise95 / 100
Transit Score ®
Rider's Paradise96 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise91 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy65 / 100
Travel and Transit







Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
McCall Gen George A School
Grades K-8
Public
Holy Redeemer School
Grades K-8
Private
St. Peter's School
Grades PK-8
Private
Franklin Benjamin High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Roman Catholic High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Walter D Palmer Leadership Learning Partnership Cs
Grades PK-12
Charter
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Drexel Univ., Hahnemann
Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
Thomas Jefferson University
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
Rutgers, Camden Campus
Drive: 6 min (2.8 mi)
Discover Old City, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 253 N 3rd St Townhome proximity to The Plaza at Spring Garden, Fashion District Philadelphia, and Society Hill Shopping Center. The Plaza at Spring Garden is 0.7 miles away, and Fashion District Philadelphia is within a 19 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 96, Old City is rider's paradise. Within 3.1 miles of 253 N 3rd St Townhome, you’ll find 2Nd Street, Spring Garden (Mfl), and 5Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 253 N 3rd St Townhome are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1 mile, including Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River, Great Egg Harbor River, and Independence National Historical Park.
Airports
Living in Old City provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 20 minutes from 253 N 3rd St Townhome. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 32.5 miles away.
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