5823 Alter St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
What This Townhouse Offers
Newly Renovated 3BR/1.5BA in Cobbs Creek Steps to the Baltimore Ave Trolley
Fully renovated three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath townhouse in Cobbs Creek, 19143. Step into a bright living room with exposed brick, wide-plank flooring, and recessed lighting, then into an open kitchen built around a large quartz island the kind of space where dinner gets cooked and eaten in the same room. A half bath
on the first floor keeps the main level convenient, and the rear door opens to a private backyard with room to grill, sit out, or plant an herb garden. Upstairs, three well-sized bedrooms share a full bath with a walk-in shower, custom tile, and a skylight that fills the room with natural light. The basement holds a Samsung washer and dryer and plenty of storage. Move-in ready and pet-friendly.
FEATURES & FINISHES
- Kitchen: quartz countertops, large quartz island, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances, gas range
- Full bath: walk-in shower, custom tile work, skylight, one-of-a-kind handmade rustic wood vanity
- Half bath on the first floor
- Primary bedroom: bay window and two closets
- Exposed brick and recessed lighting in the living room
- Wide-plank flooring throughout the main level
- In-unit laundry: Samsung washer and dryer in the basement
- Basement storage
- Private fenced backyard
- Street parking
LOCATION
Cobbs Creek, one block from Baltimore Avenue, with quick access to University City and Center City by trolley.
- SEPTA trolley at 58th & Baltimore (Route 34) University City in about 15 min, Center City in about 25 min
- Bus routes 21 and 42 nearby on Chestnut and Walnut
- About 2 miles to UPenn, Drexel, and CHOP
- One block to the Baltimore Ave shopping center with grocery stores, pharmacy, and restaurants
- Cobbs Creek Park and the Cobbs Creek Recreation Center a few blocks west, with trails, tennis courts, and the reopening Cobbs Creek Golf Course
- Baltimore Ave dining corridor east toward 50th: Booker's Restaurant, Vientiane Cafe, Vietnam Cafe
DETAILS
Rent: $1,750/month
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1.5
Available: 9/15/26
Lease: 12 months
Security Deposit: one month's rent
Pets: Dogs and cats welcome (monthly pet rent applies)
Laundry: In-unit washer and dryer
Parking: Street
Utilities: Tenant pays gas, electric, and water
Apply online or reach out to schedule a showing.
Unit
12 Month Lease
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Bay Window
- Heating
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Skylights
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Storage Space
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
Community Features
- Grill
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
5823 Alter St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Fees & 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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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Philadelphia, PA 19143
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Strong public transit
Driveability
Somewhat drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
19 min Drive
Airport
62 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Anderson Add B School
Grades PK-8
Public
Sayre William L Middle School
Grades 9-12
Public
Fellowship Christian Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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: 6 min (2.1 mi) |
| University of the Sciences | Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi) |
| University of Pennsylvania | Drive: 8 min (3 mi) |
| Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main | Drive: 10 min (3.7 mi) |
Discover Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5823 Alter St proximity to Cobbs Creek Shopping Center, Baltimore Plaza, and Yeadon Plaza. Cobbs Creek Shopping Center is 0.3 miles away, and Baltimore Plaza is within a 21 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 5823 Alter St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.9 miles. Transit options include Baltimore Avenue And 58Th Street and Baltimore Avenue And 59Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5823 Alter St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center, Bartram's Garden, and Cobbs Creek Park.
Airports
Living in Cobbs Creek provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 18 minutes from 5823 Alter St. Another nearby airport is Wilmington Airport, located 32.6 miles away.
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