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$1,850 /month

838 Sears St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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What This Townhouse Offers

Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Passyunk Square, offering a functional layout with hardwood floors throughout and... comfortable everyday living. The spacious eat-in kitchen provides ample room for dining and entertaining, with direct access to a private rear patio, perfect for relaxing or outdoor use. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms and a recently renovated full bathroom with modern finishes and floor-to-ceiling tile. A full unfinished basement offers additional storage and laundry space. Situated on a quiet, residential block just steps from Capitolo Park, Passyunk Avenue, and some of the city’s most popular dining and shopping destinations, this home boasts a Walk Score of 98, making it an ideal opportunity for buyers or renters seeking location, comfort, and value. Photos are from a previous listing. All square footage numbers are approximate and should be verified by the tenant. It is the responsibility of the tenant to verify square footage.

Unit

  • $1,850 / month
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 902 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

Townhome Features

  • Basement

838 Sears St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA

Townhome Details

Home Design

  • Built in 1915
  • Straight Thru Architecture
  • Interior Unit Townhome
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 902 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom

Basement

  • Unfinished Basement

Lot Details

  • 575 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Lot Dimensions are 12.00 x 50.00

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Public Water Source
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,700
  • 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 2026-05-01
  • Assessor Parcel Number 012200900
  • Tenant pays for all utilities
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • Residential Lease

Community Details

Overview

  • Passyunk Square Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
838 Sears St,
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Listed by
Daniel Evenchen | KW Empower
Phone Number: (267) 391-9308
BrightMLS#MD

Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS, Inc.

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable100 / 100

Transit

Exceptional public transit90 / 100

Driveability

Somewhat drivable30 / 100

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100

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Travel and Transit

Subway
2 min Drive
Broad Street Line - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley)
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit
Subway
3 min Drive
Broad Street Line - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley)
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit
Subway
3 min Drive
Broad Street Line - Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit (SEPTA Subway & Trolley)
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Rapid Transit
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Regional Rail
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Regional Rail
Airport
Philadelphia International
20 min Drive
Philadelphia International
Airport
Trenton Mercer
53 min Drive
Trenton Mercer

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

9 rating

Academy At Palumbo

Grades 9-12

Public

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Bridge Way School

Grades 9-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Thomas Jefferson University

Drive: 6 min (1.7 mi)

The Art Inst. of Philadelphia

Drive: 7 min (2.3 mi)

Drexel Univ., Hahnemann

Drive: 7 min (2.7 mi)

Moore College of Art & Design

Drive: 8 min (2.7 mi)

Discover Bella Vista-Southwark, Philadelphia, PA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 838 Sears St proximity to New World Plaza, Washington Avenue, and Dung Phat Plaza. New World Plaza is 0.5 miles away, and Washington Avenue is within an 8 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Bella Vista-Southwark is exceptional public transit. Within 3.7 miles of 838 Sears St, you’ll find Ellsworth-Federal, Tasker-Morris, and Snyder.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 838 Sears St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, and Independence National Historical Park.

Airports

Living in Bella Vista-Southwark provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 20 minutes from 838 Sears St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 34.8 miles away.

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