
789 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
What This Townhouse Offers
Experience breathtaking city views from the private rooftop deck of this beautifully furnished home in the heart of Queen Village. Perfect for relaxing... orentertaining, the deck offers unparalleled vistas of Center City and the Delaware River. This spacious rental features 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, along with a finishedbasement that includes a fourth bedroom and or an office for added flexibility. The home also boasts a cozy fireplace, a wet bar, anda basement for additional living or entertaining space. The updated kitchen is fully equippedand ready for your culinary creations, while the patio off the dining room provides a charming outdoor space for al fresco dining or morning coffee. Located in the highly sought-after Meredith Elementary School district, this home is perfect for families or professionals. Situated in the historic and vibrant Queen Village neighborhood, you'll enjoy easy access to top dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. This home offers the perfect combination of modern amenities and historic charm. Short ride to airport and sporting facilities and walking to distace to resturants. Secure parking.Available for short term or long term
Unit
- $7,750
Total Monthly Price - 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2712 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
789 S 2nd St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1906 | Remodeled in 2023
- Colonial Architecture
- Interior Unit Townhome
- Asphalt Roof
- Masonry
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- Storage Room
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 2712 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 4 Levels
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Parking
- 1 Assigned Parking Space
- Off-Site Parking
Lot Details
- 1440 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
- Lot Dimensions are 18.00 x 80.00
Schools
- Meredith William Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Cable TV Available
- Natural Gas Available
- Phone Available
- Public Water Source
- Municipal Trash
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- 200+ Amp Service
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $10,500
- 1-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-02-18
- Assessor Parcel Number 022126500
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Queen Village Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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About the Listing Agent
Janet Cantwell-Papale exemplifies what it means to be invincible at heart. Not only did she survive a childhood brush with death, but also while a star athlete on the USA World Gymnastics team, she had a devastating career ending knee injury and was forced to reinvent herself. As a Penn State grad, she went on to teach, coached gymnastics all over the world, and started the Women’s Gymnastics program at the University of Pennsylvania. In 1984, Janet started her career in real estate and never looked back. She is married to Vince Papale, former Philadelphia Eagle, the subject of the hit Disney movie Invincible. Both Janet & Vince are the first husband & wife team inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame for their individual athletic achievements. Janet has now nested in South Florida and is putting all of her incredible energy and passion into real estate. She has teamed up with her children, Gabriella (28) and Vincent (25), to form The Papale Group. As a longtime resident; realtor in South Jersey, and Philly, she frequently was a member of the New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR) and Million Dollar Sales Club since 2000. She is still a Broker in Pennsylvania, as well as a realtor in Florida, and has set up a full service team of agents in all three states under The Papale Group. Licensed for nearly four decades she is a successful businesswomen, entrepreneur, author, and mentor. Her leadership qualities as a coach fits right in with what it takes to turn dreams into reality, like buying a house. She is referred to as “The Connector” thanks to her relationships with so many of those who assist in the journey of making the possible deal into a done deal. She has the ability to help people reach their full potential with a positive approach to getting to the finish line.
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Meredith William M School
Grades K-8
Public
Nebinger George W School
Grades PK-8
Public
St. Peter's School
Grades PK-8
Private
Furness Horace High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Settlement Music School
Grades K-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Thomas Jefferson University
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
The Art Inst. of Philadelphia
Drive: 6 min (2.4 mi)
Camden Co. Coll., Camden City
Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi)
Rutgers, Camden Campus
Drive: 8 min (3.7 mi)
Discover Queen Village-Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 789 S 2nd St proximity to 329 South St, New World Plaza, and Riverview Plaza. 329 South St is 0.7 miles away, and New World Plaza is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Queen Village-Pennsport is exceptional public transit. Within 4.4 miles of 789 S 2nd St, you’ll find 2Nd Street, 5Th Street, and 9Th-10Th & Locust St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 789 S 2nd St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, and Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River.
Airports
Living in Queen Village-Pennsport provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 19 minutes from 789 S 2nd St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 34 miles away.
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