
2638 Poplar St, Philadelphia, PA 19130
What This Townhouse Offers
A cozy, very sunny apartment in well maintained Poplar Street property. Recently renovated with new kitchen, new thermal-pane windows, C/A, and HW floors.... Washer/dryer and storage locker in the basement. Has a sunny bay window in the kitchen for small table and 2 chairs. This is a perfect apartment for a young professional or a student on a budget. Located in Fairmount, near center city, and just a short walk to the park, the river, and the museums. Surrounded by restaurants, coffee shops, nightlife, shopping, and other neighborhood services. Only first month and security of $700 to move in. (Pharmacy, hardware store, dry cleaner, veterinarian, post office, etc. all within a few minutes' walk) Also has excellent access to public transportation and all downtown expressways. Video tour
Unit
- $1,075 / month
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 495 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
2638 Poplar St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1900
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Masonry
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 495 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Lot Details
- 1386 Sq Ft Lot
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,075
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 2026-04-01
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 881809630
- Tenant pays for all utilities
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- Fairmount Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
- $25 Monthly Pet Rent
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Philadelphia, PA 19130

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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Somewhat drivable30 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active69 / 100
Travel and Transit




Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
City School at Fairmount
Grades K-5
Private
Spring Garden Academy
Grades PK-5
Private
Morris Robert School
Grades PK-8
Public
Vaux HS: A Big Picture School
Grades 9-12
Public
Philadelphia Mennonite High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Moore College of Art & Design
Drive: 3 min (1.5 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 5 min (1.7 mi)
Drexel Univ., Hahnemann
Drive: 4 min (2.1 mi)
Discover Fairmount-Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 2638 Poplar St proximity to Strawberry Square, Sullivan Progress Plaza, and The Shops At Avenue North. Strawberry Square is 1.8 miles away, and Sullivan Progress Plaza is within a 29 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Fairmount-Art Museum is exceptional public transit. Within 2.6 miles of 2638 Poplar St, you’ll find 26Th St & Poplar St, Girard Av & 27Th St, and Girard Av & 26Th St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 2638 Poplar St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Philadelphia Zoo, Fels Planetarium, and Franklin Institute.
Airports
Living in Fairmount-Art Museum provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 23 minutes from 2638 Poplar St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 35.1 miles away.
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