38 E Penn St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
What This Apartment Offers
Ashlawn (c. 1851) – Grand First-Floor Residence | 2 Bed, 2 Bath with Private Porch, Yard & Parking
$2,400/month | Available Mid-August through September... 1
Experience the elegance of a grand Victorian estate in the heart of Historic Germantown.
Occupying the entire first floor of Ashlawn, a beautifully preserved residence built circa 1851, this expansive apartment blends remarkable historic architecture with tasteful modern updates. Soaring ceilings, original woodwork, decorative plaster medallions, restored hardwood floors, marble and wood mantels, oversized windows, and period lighting create a home unlike anything found in a typical apartment.
The spacious layout includes gracious formal living and dining rooms, a renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry and butcher-block countertops, and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a large walk-in closet and private en-suite bath, while the second bedroom is generously sized and served by a second full bath.
Apartment Features:
* Two large bedrooms
* Two full bathrooms
* Expansive formal living and dining room with original fireplace mantel
* Renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry, butcher-block counters, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and dishwasher
* In-unit washer and dryer
* Large walk-in closet in the primary suite
* Central air conditioning
* Gas heat
* Beautiful original woodwork, decorative plaster ceilings, fireplaces, and hardwood floors throughout
Outside, enjoy amenities rarely found in Philadelphia apartments:
* Private covered porch overlooking the grounds
* Large shared yard with mature trees and landscaped green space
* One off-street parking space
* Quiet setting on the unit block of East Penn Street in Historic Germantown
Ashlawn offers the opportunity to live in one of Germantown’s finest surviving nineteenth-century residences, where historic craftsmanship, generous room proportions, and modern conveniences come together in an exceptional setting. This is an apartment that feels much more like a private home than a typical rental.
Available mid-August through September 1. Showings the first week of August. One-year lease preferred.
Unit 1st Floor
- $2,300
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1500 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 17
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Bay Window
- Ceiling Fans
- Crown Molding
- Den
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Garden
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Large Bedrooms
- Lawn
- Oven
- Patio
- Porch
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tile Floors
- Tub/Shower
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Washer/Dryer
- Window Coverings
- Yard
Community Features
- Storage Space
- Utilities Included
38 E Penn St Unit 1st Floor is an apartment for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
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Parking
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Get In Touch
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active69 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Mastery Charter John Wister Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Logan James School
Grades PK-5
Public
St. Barnabas Episcopal School
Grades PK-5
Private
Imani Educationl Circle Cs
Grades K-8
Public
King Martin Luther High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Germantown Friends School
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
La Salle University
Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
Drexel Univ., Queen Lane
Drive: 5 min (1.3 mi)
Philadelphia University
Drive: 7 min (2.1 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, NW Ctr
Drive: 7 min (3.1 mi)
Discover East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 38 E Penn St Unit 1st Floor proximity to Gateway Plaza, Freedom Square, and 5810-5816 Greene St. Gateway Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Freedom Square is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 38 E Penn St Unit 1st Floor has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include Logan and Wyoming.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 38 E Penn St Unit 1st Floor are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 4.6 miles, including Awbury Arboretum and Wagner Free Institute of Science.
Airports
Living in East Germantown provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 30 minutes from 38 E Penn St Unit 1st Floor. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 30.6 miles away.
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