1240 S Melville St

Philadelphia, PA 19143
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1240 S Melville St

1240 S Melville St
Philadelphia, PA 19143
1240 S Melville St in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
3 Bedroom - Townhome for Rent
  • 3BR, 2BATownhome
  • $2,100Price
  • 1,800Square Feet
  • Available NowAvailability

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About 1240 S Melville St

Best of West Philly Living with PARKING, CENTRAL AIR, FINISHED BASEMENT, FRONT YARD, and PATIO. This nice and wide 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has been updated with Anderson windows throughout. Enjoy a bright and airy entrance into a spacious living room that opens up into a dining room and kitchen area. You'll have easy access to a large rear patio, perfect for dining al fresco. A coat closet completes this level and helps keep things tidy. Head upstairs to find three good-sized bedrooms with closets and ceiling fans for those who like a breeze. This level also features a full bathroom with tub and hallway closet. Head to the finished basement to find plenty of space to relax and entertain, a laundry closet with washer and dryer, two storage closets and a full bathroom with a stall shower. All within easy walk to Clark Park and its fabulous year round Farmers Market, Four Worlds Bakery, Mariposa Food Co-op, Woodlands, many restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and so much more! Near HUP, CHOP, Penn, Drexel, St. Josephs, and easy commute to Center City by car or bike with plenty of convenient trolley and bus options. Welcome home!

1240 S Melville St is located in the Spruce Hill Neighborhood and 19143 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA.

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Lease Terms

  • 12 Month Lease

Fees and Policies

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Personal Add-Ons

Broker Fee$0

Features and Amenities

Interior Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Basement
  • Dining Room

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Yard

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
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1240 S Melville St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Frequently Asked Questions about 1240 S Melville St

What type of rentals are available at 1240 S Melville St?

There is currently a 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhome for rent with 1,800 listed at 1240 S Melville St. It is Available Now.

How much is the rent at 1240 S Melville St?

1240 S Melville St is currently listed at $2,100.

What area of town is 1240 S Melville St located in?

Located in the Spruce Hill Neighborhood, 1240 S Melville St is in the 19143 Zip Code of Philadelphia, PA.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.2

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  • Affordability 3.2

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Nearby Schools

Bartram John - Main

The School District of Philadelphia
2401 South 67th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (478 Students)
3/10

Comegys Benjamin B School

The School District of Philadelphia
5100 Greenway Avenue
Public School - Grades K-8 (320 Students)
3/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1240 S Melville St.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Philadelphia Museum of Art

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
5 minute drive / 1.93 miles away

The Frankling Institute

222 N 20th St
4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away

Free Library of Philadephia

1901 Vine Street
4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

4421 Market St
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Lowe's

1500 N 50th St
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away

Walgreens

1800 South St
4 minute drive / 2.04 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of the Sciences

600 South 43rd Street
1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

Community College of Philadelphia - West Regional Center

4725 Chesnut Street
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

University of Pennsylvania

1 College Hall
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

4421 Market St
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
5 minute drive / 2.46 miles away

The Fresh Grocer

421 S 69th St
5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

Hospitals

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

51 North 39th Street
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

34th St & Civic Center Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.91 miles away

Hahnemann University Hospital

230 North Broad Street
5 minute drive / 2.56 miles away

Military Bases

Defense Personnel Support Center

5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

9 minute drive / 4.55 miles away

Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

18 minute drive / 8.76 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Bartram Gardens

54th St & Lindbergh Blvd
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Bartram's Gardens

54th St. and Lindbergh Blvd.
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

Independence Historical Park

5th & Chestnut
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

1240 S Melville St has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Bartram Gardens, Bartram's Gardens, Independence Historical Park, Jefferson Square Park, and Franklin Square.

Restaurants and Dining

Lacroix at the Rittenhouse Hotel

210 West Rittenhouse Square
5 minute drive / 1.96 miles away

La Colombe Torrefaction

130 S. 19th Street
4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away

Pink Rose Pastry Shop

630 S 4th St
7 minute drive / 3.27 miles away

Shopping Centers

Chestnut Plaza

4301-4329 Chestnut St
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Enterprise Heights

2-4 Farragut St
1 minute drive / 0.63 miles away

The Shops At Penn

3401-3409 Walnut St
2 minute drive / 0.97 miles away

1240 S Melville St has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Transit Stations

Baltimore and 43rd-Route 34

1 minute drive / 0.05 miles away

Baltimore Avenue and 43rd Street-Route 34

1 minute drive / 0.05 miles away

Baltimore and 44th-Route 34

1 minute drive / 0.09 miles away

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Philadelphia Studio Apartments $1,565$502$5,610
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,915$250$6,445
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,381$499$10,000+
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,805$599$10,000+
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,867$500$7,200
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,407$650$4,900
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,890$1,850$4,100

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