
253 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
What This Townhouse Offers
Available August 1, 2026! 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 east and you can see the Ben Franklin bridge! 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, and a small outdoor space! Water is included in rent, tenants only pay for electricity and wifi! Convenient tenant portal for rent payments & responsive maintenance. Applicants must show a combined gross verifiable monthly income of at least three times the rent, a preferred credit score of 650 or higher (lower scores aren’t automatic disqualifiers), no open collections, and at least one year of positive rental and employment history. No eviction judgments within the past four years. Each application is reviewed individually, and strong income, references, or a qualified co‑signer may offset weaker areas, though approval isn’t guaranteed. Bank statements may be requested. Pets are ok with a non-refundable pet deposit - $250/cat & $350/dog (under 50 pounds). No pet rent. First month’s rent, last month’s rent, and a security deposit are due prior to move‑in. Water is included in rent, tenants cover all other utilities. RE/MAX Plus complies with all fair housing laws.
Unit
- $1,850 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 550 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
253 N 3rd St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
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Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy61 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
McCall Gen George A School
Grades K-8
Public
St. Peter's School
Grades PK-8
Private
Franklin Benjamin High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Knowledge Learning Enterprises, Inc.
Grades K-12
Private
Walter D Palmer Leadership Learning Partnership Cs
Grades PK-12
Public
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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 proximity to 325-347 Spring Garden St, The Plaza at Spring Garden, and 703 Chestnut St. 325-347 Spring Garden St is 0.5 miles away, and The Plaza at Spring Garden is within a 10 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Old City is exceptional public transit. Within 3.7 miles of 253 N 3rd St, you’ll find 2Nd Street, Spring Garden - Mfl, and 5Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 253 N 3rd St 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. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 32.5 miles away.
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