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  • 501 S 52nd St

    Philadelphia, PA 19143

    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds

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    Individual hot water heatersAvailable free laundry
    Live In Award Winning Luxury without the Price! The building is called LARCHWOOD FLATS and is the Winner of the followings Awards: * 2017 Grand Jury Award from Philadelphia Preservation Alliance * 2016 Outstanding Preservation Award from University City Historical Society * 2016 Extreme Makeover Winner from City of Philadelphia and Department of Commerce. Larchwood Flats is located at 501 S. 52nd Street directly across the street from the historic Malcolm X Park, which is one of the largest city parks in Philadelphia. Malcolm X Park features everything from kiddie fitness and soccer to lovely jazz and arts festivals where you can discover and enjoy the works of local West Philadelphia artists The exact features of the building are as follows: Newly Renovated in 2016 Spacious 1 bed with a bonus room perfect for an office or craft room. We Welcome all Furry Family Members (Pet Friendly Building) Buzz-In Security System Lots of Natural Light Overlooking a Large Park High Efficiency Central Air Cooling and Heating Systems. (this will reduce utility costs) Individual Hot Water Heaters Available Free Laundry Hardwood Floors in Living and Kitchen Areas 4-Piece Kitchen with Dishwasher, Microwave, and Black Pearl Granite All Delta Faucet and Kitchen Accessories The Building is Pre-Wired for Cable and Internet High 10' Ceilings LED Recessed Lighting Throughout the Apartment. Water is Included. Secure Bike Parking. Parking is Free, Unrestricted, and Plentiful on the Street. Great Location: Extremely Accessible to Public Transportation, Right on Malcolm X Park. Location: If the building isn't enough, then there is location! Located in Cedar Park within University City, you are footsteps from the 52 Bus stop and a quick walk to Mariposa Co-Op, Dock Street Brewery, Satellite Cafe, The Gold Standard Cafe, a full service Wine and Spirit Store and the many great Restaurants, shops and the nightlife of University City and Baltimore Avenue. Not only will you live across the street from Malcolm X Park and its summer Jazz Concerts in July and August, you are also very close to Cedar Park and all of the activities at Clark Park, like Movies in the Park, Shakespeare in the Park and the Farmers' Market every Thursday and Saturday. You are also 10 minutes (by car) from the shopping, gyms and amenities of South Philadelphia and Center City. Additionally, PARKING IS FREE and there are no restrictions on 52nd Street. The apartment is also located less than one mile from University of Pennsylvania and a mile and half from the University of Sciences. Please note that photos contained in this advertisement are of this building, but may not be from the exact apartment being advertised here. This property is operated by the Spak Group; a Philadelphia based, family-owned boutique real estate company that renovates, owns and manages its own properties - just like this one! Fishtown University City University of Pennsylvania Drexel University University of Sciences USciences Penn Drexel Northern Liberties University City District Dockstreet Brewery Mariposa Central Air Conditioning Free Internet Free Laundry UPENN Tenants pay Electric only! 12 to 24 months

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    Neighborhood: Cedar Park

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    90 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    74 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    92 / 100
    Biker's Paradise

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    Rental market summary

    The average rent for all beds and all property types in Philadelphia, PA is $1,638.

    Average rent

    $1,638

    Month-over-month

    -$12

    Year-over-year

    -$1

    Available rentals

    8,743

    Philadelphia, PA Rental Market Data

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 501 S 52nd St?

    501 S 52nd St has a walk score of 90, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of 501 S 52nd St?

    501 S 52nd St has a transit score of 74, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to 501 S 52nd St?

    The schools assigned to 501 S 52nd St include Harrington Avery D School and Sayre William L Middle School.

    What neighborhood is 501 S 52nd St in?

    501 S 52nd St is in the Cedar Park neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA.