
838 S 51st St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
What This House Offers
This well-lit 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers a comfortable and efficient layout in the Kingsessing section of Southwest Philadelphia. The main living... area features hardwood flooring, tall ceilings, and large windows, creating a bright, open feel throughout the home. The kitchen is designed with modern living in mind and includes stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, and generous cabinet storage. Both bedrooms are nicely sized and adaptable for sleeping space, a home office, or guests. The bathroom has been updated with clean, contemporary finishes, and in-unit laundry adds everyday convenience. Additional features include central air conditioning and access to a shared outdoor area for residents. Conveniently located near neighborhood shops, dining options, nearby green spaces, and multiple public transit routes, this unit provides easy access to Center City and surrounding neighborhoods.
Unit
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 900 sq. ft.
- Available Feb 8
838 S 51st St is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19143 zip code.
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Somewhat Walkable64 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit76 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise93 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Harrington Avery D School
Grades K-8
Public
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Grades K-8
Private
Longstreth William C School
Grades PK-8
Public
Crusaders for Christ Christian Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Sayre William L Middle School
Grades 9-12
Public
Crooked Places Made Straight Christian Academy
Grades 1-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 7 min (2.6 mi)
Discover Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 838 S 51st St proximity to Cobbs Creek Shopping Center, 9-37 N 52nd St, and Plaza 58. Cobbs Creek Shopping Center is 1 mile away, and 9-37 N 52nd St is within a 22 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 76, 838 S 51st St has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include Baltimore Avenue And 51St Street and Baltimore Avenue And 50Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 838 S 51st St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Bartram's Garden, Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center, and Penn Museum.
Airports
Living in Kingsessing provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 17 minutes from 838 S 51st St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37.8 miles away.
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