
540 S 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
What This House Offers
Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home with a versatile lofted den, ideal for a sitting area or home office. The home features a large primary bedroom... with a full bathroom conveniently located on the same floor. Bedrooms two and three share access to an additional full bathroom. Additional highlights include a decorative fireplace, a semi-finished basement with washer and dryer and ample storage space, and a charming greenery-covered front porch. An ADT security system is installed and available (Subscription paid for by tenant). Located in the desirable Cedar Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, this home offers easy access to nearby universities, Baltimore Avenue shopping and dining, and convenient public transit options. Tenant Pays: Electricity, Gas. Pet Fees: N/A. Move-In Costs: First Month and One Security Deposit. Application Fee: $45.50 per applicant. Additional Information: Cats and Small Dogs only. Water is included.
Unit
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Now
Home Features
- Basement
- Dishwasher
540 S 48th St is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19143 zip code.
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1925
- Traditional Architecture
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- Loft
- Living Room
- 1296 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 4.5 Levels
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Partially Finished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Lot Details
- 931 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 26.00 x 22.00
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,400
- 12-Month Min and 60-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2025-12-22
- Assessor Parcel Number 461216305
- Tenant pays for electricity, gas
- Rent includes water
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Cedar Park Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
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Philadelphia, PA 19143

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise95 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit77 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise100 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Lea Henry C School
Grades PK-8
Public
St Francis De Sales School
Grades PK-8
Private
Crusaders for Christ Christian Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
West Philadelphia High School
Grades 9-12
Public
West Philadelphia Catholic High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Walk: 12 min (0.6 mi)
University of the Sciences
Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 6 min (2.2 mi)
Discover Cedar Park, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 540 S 48th St proximity to Cobbs Creek Shopping Center and The Shops At Penn. Cobbs Creek Shopping Center is 1.3 miles away, and The Shops At Penn is within a 30 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 77, 540 S 48th St has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.1 miles. Transit options include Baltimore Avenue And 48Th Street and Baltimore Avenue And 47Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 540 S 48th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania Observatory, and Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center.
Airports
Living in Cedar Park provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 18 minutes from 540 S 48th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37.2 miles away.
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