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
Apartment for rent
$1,225/mo
501 S 52nd St APT 2R, Philadelphia, PA 19143
1beds
--sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Fri Aug 15 2025
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
Shared laundry
Off street parking
-- Heating
What's special
Available free laundryIndividual hot water heaters
- 6 hours
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Shared
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Electricity not included in rent, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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8/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,225+2.1% |
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6/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
4/19/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,200 |
Source: Zillow Rentals |