5553 Larchwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
What This Townhouse Offers
Beautifully recently renovated straight-through open-floor plan! Nothing has been left out. All the bells and whistles complement this 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath gem in the “heart of Philadelphiaâ€! What’s not to love about the built-in, mood-setting... living room fireplace, recessed ambiance lighting, as well as lots of natural lighting? Open and airy, yet cozy and entertaining! Not to be missed is the state-of-the-art kitchen complete with granite countertops, all stainless-steel appliances, a side-by-side refrigerator, a dishwasher, and, did I forget to say, a wine fridge! The Upper Level offers an Ensuite Main Bedroom, with a walk-in Rain Shower, Bidet attachment, and an awesome Built-In Closet! There are two additional bedrooms complete with upgraded lighting, ceiling fans, ample closet space, and a full bathroom on this level. The finished lower level offers many possibilities with a Powder Room, Office Room, upgraded lighting, laundry facilities, and mechanicals. Newer roof, Central Air, Wood Laminate flooring, 200-amp electrical service. It is conveniently located to public transit, trains, the airport, shopping, universities, Center City, nightlife, the Main Line, parks, and recreation! Also For Sale.
- $2,500 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
- Fireplace
5553 Larchwood Ave Townhome is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19143 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2023
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Asphalt Roof
- Masonry
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Recessed Lighting
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Dining Area
- Electric Fireplace
- 1476 Sq Ft Home
- Fireplace With Glass Doors
- Property has 2 Levels
Kitchen
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Laminate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Basement
- Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Exterior Lighting
Lot Details
- 1178 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
- Lot Dimensions are 15.00 x 79.00
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 60 Gallon+ Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $7,500
- Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 2025-05-31
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 604138500
- Tenant pays for cable TV, common area maintenance, cooking fuel, electricity, exterior maintenance, frozen waterpipe damage, gas, gutter cleaning, heat, hot water, HVAC maintenance, insurance, lawn/tree/shrub care, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, minor interior maintenance, pest control, sewer, snow removal, all utilities, water
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- West Philadelphia Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Philadelphia, PA 19143

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Somewhat Walkable56 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit72 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise90 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Mastery Cs-Harrity Campus
Grades K-8
Charter
Bryant William C School
Grades PK-8
Public
Sayre William L Middle School
Grades 9-12
Public
Faith Connection Christian Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 5 min (1.7 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Drive: 6 min (2.2 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 8 min (3 mi)
Discover Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5553 Larchwood Ave Townhome proximity to Cobbs Creek Shopping Center, Progress Haddington Plaza, and 69th Street Plaza. Cobbs Creek Shopping Center is 0.7 miles away, and Progress Haddington Plaza is within a 20 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 72, 5553 Larchwood Ave Townhome has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include Baltimore Av & 56Th St and Baltimore Av & 55Th St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5553 Larchwood Ave Townhome are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center, Bartram's Garden, and Fairmount Park.
Airports
Living in Cobbs Creek provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 19 minutes from 5553 Larchwood Ave Townhome. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 38 miles away.
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