$1,845 /month

4947 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

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What This House Offers

Available NOW - Leasing special! $1,845/month for an 18-month lease, or $1,895/month for a 12-month lease Welcome to 4947 Catharine St #2! This sunny, 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom unit is located on the second floor and features warm wood flooring throughout. Step inside to a spacious eat-in kitchen fully equipped with ample cabinetry, a microwave, and a dishwasher. A full bathroom directly off the hallway offers built-in shelving and a tiled shower. Enter the front bedroom through beautiful leaded-glass doors, where bay windows drench the room in sunlight. Meanwhile the large rear bedroom offers more privacy and a gorgeous built-in armoire. Free shared laundry is available onsite in the basement! This unit's inviting layout offers character, comfort, and functional living space in every corner. About the Neighborhood: Located just blocks from Clark Park in West Philly, this location does not disappoint! Close proximity to University City, Malcolm X Park, and Cedar Park. Enjoy convenient public transit for easy access throughout the city. Local favorites include Hibiscus Cafe, Doro Bet, Booker's Restaurant & Bar, Green Line Cafe, and many more! Lease Terms: Generally, 1st month, 12th month, and 1 month security deposit are due. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $50 application fee per applicant. Small dogs are conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee, if accepted. (Generally, $50/month/pet pet rent). Tenants are responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, and a $21.50/month Risk Protection Fee. Landlord Requirements: Applicants must make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable net income, have a credit history considered (i.e., no active collections), no evictions within the past 4 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered.

Unit

$1,845 /month
2 Beds
1 Bath
2,352 Sq. Ft.
Available Sep. 13

4947 Catharine St is a single-family home for rent in Philadelphia, PA

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Property Address:
4947 Catharine St,
Philadelphia, PA 19143
Listed by
Brielle R Ballantine | JG Real Estate LLC
Phone Number: (215) 467-4100
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Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Somewhat drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Busy

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Travel and Transit

Subway

2 min Walk

Route 34 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Subway

3 min Walk

Route 34 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Subway

4 min Walk

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Subway

5 min Walk

Route 34 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Subway

5 min Walk

Route 34 - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley) Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit

Commuter Rail

1 min Drive

Commuter Rail

3 min Drive

Airport

Philadelphia International

18 min Drive

PHL

Airport

Wilmington Airport

51 min Drive

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Harrington Avery D School

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Lea Henry C School

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

St Francis De Sales School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Sayre William L Middle School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Emmanuel Christian Learning Center

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr Walk: 18 min (0.9 mi)
University of the Sciences Walk: 19 min (1 mi)
University of Pennsylvania Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main Drive: 7 min (2.6 mi)

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Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 4947 Catharine St proximity to Cobbs Creek Shopping Center, 4630-4638 Chestnut St, and 9-37 N 52nd St. Cobbs Creek Shopping Center is 0.9 miles away, and 4630-4638 Chestnut St is within an 18 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Cedar Park is exceptional public transit. Within 3.5 miles of 4947 Catharine St, you’ll find Baltimore Avenue And 50Th Street, Baltimore Avenue And 49Th Street, and Baltimore Avenue And 51St Street.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 4947 Catharine St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center, Bartram's Garden, and Penn Museum.

Airports

Living in Cedar Park provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 17 minutes from 4947 Catharine St. Another nearby airport is Wilmington Airport, located 31.1 miles away.

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(215) 467-4100