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    $1,000/mo

    17 S Chester Rd REAR E, Swarthmore, PA 19081

    Studio
    450sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Apartment
    Available Mon Aug 11 2025
    No pets
    -- A/C
    Shared laundry
    -- Parking
    -- Heating
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of Swarthmore Welcome to your new home in the vibrant and highly sought-after community of Swarthmore, affectionately known as "The Ville." This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and small-town charm. Located directly across from Swarthmore College, this property puts you just steps away from beloved local spots like Hobbs Coffee, Pastry Pants, Luna's Mexican Grill, and the long-standing Swarthmore Co-op grocery store. Enjoy easy access to nearby parks, scenic trails, the public library, and playgrounds all within walking distance. For commuters, this location is a dream: Walk to the SEPTA R3 train for a quick ride to Center City, UPenn, and Drexel Just minutes to I-95 and 476 (Blue Route) 15-minute drive to Philadelphia International Airport Additional Highlights: Located in a top-rated school district On-site laundry facilities coming soon 24/7 maintenance hotline Online rent payment available for convenience Lease Details: Renter responsible for electric and water First month's rent, last month's rent, and security deposit due at lease signing Credit and background check required Apply via Zillow No smoking allowed Don't miss the opportunity to live in one of Delaware County's most desirable neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today! One year lease required. First, last and security deposit due at lease signing.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 0
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 450 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Water not included in rent

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Swarthmore

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/5/2025Listed for rent$1,000+1.5%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/13/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/6/2023Price change$985-14.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    3/4/2023Listed for rent$1,150$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: 19081