838 Mercer St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
What This House Offers
Renovated 2BR Rowhome in Fishtown | Modern Kitchen + Hardwood Floors
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath rowhome located on a quiet block... in the heart of Fishtown.
This home blends classic Philadelphia charm with modern upgrades, featuring gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting throughout, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen and bathroom.
The main level offers an open-concept living and dining space with great natural light, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The updated kitchen includes modern cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and ample counter space.
Upstairs, you’ll find two well-sized bedrooms and a fully renovated bathroom with a sleek glass-enclosed shower.
Basement has plenty of storage with a small private office space and washer and dryer.
Additional highlights:
Central air & forced air heating
Washer/dryer
Clean, dry basement for storage
Quiet residential street
Close to restaurants, cafes, and public transportation
Conveniently located near Fishtown hotspots, I-95, and Center City.
Unit
- $2,100
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 920 sq. ft.
- Available May 15
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Ceiling Fans
- Handrails
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Office
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Storage Units
- Washer/Dryer
838 Mercer St is a single-family home for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Fees and Policies
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Cats Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
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Parking
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Get In Touch
Philadelphia, PA 19125
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Travel and Transit





Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Temple University, Main Campus
Drive: 7 min (2.2 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia
Drive: 9 min (4.3 mi)
Camden Co. Coll., Camden City
Drive: 9 min (4.7 mi)
Rutgers, Camden Campus
Drive: 10 min (5.1 mi)
Discover Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 838 Mercer St proximity to Fishtown Crossing, Shops at Schmidts, and The Plaza at Spring Garden. Fishtown Crossing is 0.5 miles away, and Shops at Schmidts is within a 22 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 838 Mercer St has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4 miles. Transit options include Girard Av & Berks St and Girard Av & Palmer St.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 838 Mercer St are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 3 miles, including Edgar Allan Poe Nat'l Historic Site, Wagner Free Institute of Science, and Great Egg Harbor River.
Airports
Living in Fishtown provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 23 minutes from 838 Mercer St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 31.3 miles away.
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