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Townhouse for rent
  • $1,850/mo

    1218 S 8th St #20-6, Philadelphia, PA 19147

    2beds
    1,052sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Townhouse
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    Central air, electric
    None parking
    Natural gas, forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Tons of natural lightGlass backsplash
    Available now! Welcome to Unit 6, a bi-level, loft w/ two-bedrooms, two bathrooms featuring an island kitchen with breakfast bar, Galaxy White granite counter tops, stainless steel GE energy efficient appliances, glass backsplash, sink, and dishwasher. This unit features 15' ceilings in the main living area setting it apart from anything else on the market! A bedroom, full bath, and laundry complete the first level. Upstairs you will find a landing over-looking the lower level, the second bedroom and full bath. The unit also features tons of natural light and energy efficient washer and dryer. The unit is located in "Reliance Hall" at 1218-20 S 8th Street. A former theatre known as the "Marconi Theatre" from 1914-1916, later a piano factory in the 1920's, a club known as "Reliance Hall" in the 1930's to the current ownership family's sewing factory in the 1970's and now with painstaking effort restored to the finest residence's available for the dollars per s.f. This apartment is located in the hottest neighborhood in South Philadelphia. Passyunk Square boasts critically acclaimed restaurants including Palizzi Social Club, South Philly Barbacoa, El Chingon, Fiorella, Alice, Triangle Tavern and local favorites Pats and Geno's. Septa operates on the subject block and S. 9th St for easy access to Center City and Pennsylvania and Jefferson hospitals. The cultural experience of the 9th Street Curb Market, Acme Market, CVS, Capitolo Playground and Washington Ave which intersects with I-95 and the bridges to New Jersey are within two blocks. Building amenities include indoor bicycle storage, secure entrance with video system. The tenant is responsible for all utilities including water and cable. Pets are permitted on a case-by-case basis. Water is a flat fee per month $70.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 07, 2025 at 04:42am

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,052 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Contact manager
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Contact manager

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1950

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/17/2025Price change$1,850-2.4%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480668
    10/8/2025Price change$1,895-2.8%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480668
    9/17/2025Price change$1,950-2.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480668
    8/21/2025Price change$1,995-11.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480668
    7/22/2025Listed for rent$2,250$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2480668

    Neighborhood: Passyunk Square