
4639 SANSOM St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
What This Apartment Offers
HUGE, well-maintained 2-bedroom apartment with central air, private washer/dryer, and porch for personal use! Separate living room and dining room spaces with... an additional small room off one of the bedrooms for an office, nursery, or walk-in closet—plenty of free storage space for bikes, seasonal items, or other needs. (Ask about our 1//2 month free incentive) This tastefully renovated apartment is conveniently located in the heart of University City. Just steps from vital public transportation routes, quality supermarkets, parks, and a host of eclectic restaurants and cafes featuring cuisines from all over the world. Situated on a lovely residential block of conscientious neighbors, 4639 Sansom offers both the quiet serenity of one of Philly’s greatest neighborhoods and the convenience of being within walking distance of its finest universities, hospitals, museums, dining, and entertainment venues. The unit itself has both front and rear entrances, a modern full kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a modern tiled bathroom, and a private front patio, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Too hot outside? Enjoy your spacious living room or expansive kitchen/diningroom in the comfort of your central air conditioning. In addition to the two full bedrooms, there is a bonus room (subservient to the main bedroom)that can be used as an office, nursery, den, or dressing room. The large unfinished basement has a washer/dryer for exclusive use by the 1st-floor tenant and provides ample storage space for tenants. Whether you're a long-term resident, graduate/ medical student, or a visiting professor, don’t miss this opportunity to make this quiet, comfortable apartment home yours, along with all that Chestnut and Walnut Streets have to offer the adventurous epicurean who wants to experience the best that University City and Central Philadelphia have to offer.
Unit 1
- $1,950 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2600 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Apartment Features
- Basement
- Dishwasher
4639 SANSOM St Unit 1 is an apartment for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Apartment Details
Home Design
- Built in 1923
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Condominium
- Stone Foundation
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- Home Office
- 2600 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Built-In Range
- Ice Maker
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Marble
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
Laundry
- Washer
- Gas Dryer
Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Home Security
- Fire Escape
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Awning
- Outdoor Storage
- Exterior Lighting
Lot Details
- 2000 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Property is in excellent condition
- Lot Dimensions are 20.00 x 100.00
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Municipal Trash
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,100
- Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 10-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-07-31
- $49 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 601024700
- Tenant pays for electricity, gas, heat, insurance
- The owner pays for lawn/shrub care, sewer, sewer maintenance, real estate taxes, water, snow removal, supplies
- $100 Repair Deductible
- No Smoking Allowed
- Coming Soon on 2026-07-21
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- 2 Units
- No Home Owners Association
- Low-Rise Community
- Walnut Hill Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Breed Restrictions
- Pet Size Limit
- $45 Monthly Pet Rent
Explore Commute Options
- Drive Time--
- Walk Time--
- Bike Ride Time--
- Public Transit--
Get In Touch
Philadelphia, PA 19139

Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS, Inc.
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active69 / 100
Travel and Transit







Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
Discover Walnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 4639 SANSOM St Unit 1 proximity to 4630-4638 Chestnut St, 9-37 N 52nd St, and The Shops At Penn. 4630-4638 Chestnut St is 0 miles away, and 9-37 N 52nd St is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Walnut Hill is exceptional public transit. Within 2.9 miles of 4639 SANSOM St Unit 1, you’ll find 46Th Street, Baltimore Ave & 46Th St, and 52Nd Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 4639 SANSOM St Unit 1 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Please Touch Museum.
Airports
Living in Walnut Hill provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 20 minutes from 4639 SANSOM St Unit 1. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 36.6 miles away.
Nearby Properties You Might Like
Within 50 Miles of 4639 SANSOM St Unit 1
Find More Rentals in Philadelphia
- Pet-Friendly Apartments in Philadelphia
- Furnished Apartments in Philadelphia
- Waterfront Apartments in Philadelphia
- Apartments with a Pool in Philadelphia
- Apartments with Wheelchair Access in Philadelphia
- Apartments with Washer & Dryer in Philadelphia
- Apartments with Utilities Included in Philadelphia
- Apartments with a Garage in Philadelphia
- Apartments with EV Charging in Philadelphia
- Apartments with a Virtual Tour in Philadelphia
- Philadelphia Move-in Specials
- Cheap Apartments in Philadelphia
- Luxury Apartments in Philadelphia
- Apartments under $700 in Philadelphia
- Apartments under $900 in Philadelphia
- Apartments under $1000 in Philadelphia
- Apartments under $1500 in Philadelphia
- Apartments under $2000 in Philadelphia
- Apartments under $2500 in Philadelphia









