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70-72 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 978-9665
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The School House

70-72 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 978-9665
The School House in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,850Pricing
  • 968Square Feet

About The School House

This apartment has the prime location you are seeking. It literally offers you the best of both worlds; you will be centrally located but off the beaten path to avoid noise and crowds. Along with the historic attractions, residents of Old City are within walking distance to numerous bars, restaurants, theaters, art galleries, and clubs. Weekly and seasonal events keep the streets bustling with activity throughout the year, including concerts at Penn's Landing, First Friday art galleries, and cultural activities galore. With only a 5-minute walk to Center City, residents of Old City are just a few away from the Convention Center, Chinatown, City Hall, Washington Square, Society Hill, Queen's Village, Northern Liberties, and Bella Vista. Old City is also conveniently located in close proximity to all the major highways, I-76, 676, and I-95. Public transportation is 1 block away.

The School House is located in the Olde City Neighborhood and 19106 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA. This community is professionally managed by 70-72 Properties, LLC

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The School House offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,850 and having 968 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      B - Rear West Facing

      $1,850

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 968 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,850Available NowB - Rear West Facing968 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Security System
      • Smoke Free
      • Sprinkler System
      • Washer/Dryer

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Freezer
      • Ice Maker
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,850

      $1,850

      More 1 bedroom units

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 968 sq ft
      $3,700 depositAvailable Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,850Available Now2B968$3,700

      Unit 2B Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free
      • Washer/Dryer

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Freezer
      • Ice Maker
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Living Space

      • Hardwood Floors

      Unique Features

      • Parking Available

      Unit 2B Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,850

      Deposit

      • $3,700 deposit
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 9 Units
    • 5 Stories
    • Built in 1970

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    Fees and Policies

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Others

    • Fees Not Specified

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface Lot
    • $255/Mo

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Parking Available

    Community Features

    • Elevator

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Walking/Biking Trails

    Interior Features

    • Security System
    • Sprinkler System
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Heating
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Ice Maker
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Microwave
    • Oven

    Living Area Features

    • Carpet
    • Hardwood Floors
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    70-72 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    MondayBy Appointment
    TuesdayBy Appointment
    WednesdayBy Appointment
    ThursdayBy Appointment
    FridayBy Appointment
    SaturdayBy Appointment
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    98 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    86 / 100

    Very Bikeable

    Biking is convenient for most trips

    Transit Score®

    97 / 100

    Rider’s Paradise

    World-class public transportation

    Frequently Asked Questions about The School House

    Where is The School House located?

    The School House is located at 70-72 N 2nd St near the Olde City area of Philadelphia, PA

    What is the current rent range at The School House?

    1 Bedrooms at The School House currently start from $1,850. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The School House are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday By Appointment
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The The School House Apartments are 15.0% cheaper than the average apartment in the Olde City area, and 3.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Olde City Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,850$2,177-$327-15.0%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Philadelphia

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,850$1,917-$67-3.5%

      Methodology: On 10/02/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 228 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The School House (Olde City), and 4344 other apartment communities in Philadelphia using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 10/02/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.2

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Nearby Schools

    Franklin Benjamin High School

    The School District of Philadelphia
    550 North Broad Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (466 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
    2/10

    McCall Gen George A School

    The School District of Philadelphia
    325 South 7th Street
    Public School - Grades K-8 (628 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    8/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The School House.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Kimmel Center for Performing Arts

    260 South Broad Street
    4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away

    Free Library of Philadephia

    1901 Vine Street
    5 minute drive / 1.73 miles away

    The Frankling Institute

    222 N 20th St
    5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    1800 South St
    5 minute drive / 1.75 miles away

    Target

    179 Mifflin St
    5 minute drive / 1.85 miles away

    Lowe's

    2106 S Christopher Columbus Blvd
    4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Thomas Jefferson University

    1020 Walnut Street
    2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

    Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - Camden Campus

    406 Penn
    2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

    Camden County College - Camden City Campus

    200 North Broadway
    3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away

    Groceries

    Acme Markets

    309-337 S 5th St
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

    The Fresh Grocer

    1501 N Broad St
    4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

    Lidl

    16 Wolf St
    4 minute drive / 2.16 miles away

    Hospitals

    Wills Eye Hospital

    840 Walnut Street
    2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

    Pennsylvania Hospital

    800 Spruce Street
    2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away

    Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    111 South 11th Street
    2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

    Military Bases

    Defense Personnel Support Center

    7 minute drive / 3.31 miles away

    Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

    9 minute drive / 4.26 miles away

    Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

    14 minute drive / 6.73 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Franklin Square

    200 N 6th St
    1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

    Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site

    532 N. 7th St
    2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

    Jefferson Square Park

    3 minute drive / 1.19 miles away

    The School House has 5 parks within 4.2 miles, including Franklin Square, Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site, Jefferson Square Park, Independence Historical Park, and Bartram Gardens.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Pink Rose Pastry Shop

    630 S 4th St
    2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

    La Colombe Torrefaction

    130 S. 19th Street
    5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

    Lacroix at the Rittenhouse Hotel

    210 West Rittenhouse Square
    5 minute drive / 1.75 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Kibitz In The City Delicatessen

    703 Chestnut St
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

    Society Hill Shopping Center

    525 5th St
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

    The Plaza at Spring Garden

    100 Spring Garden St
    2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away

    The School House has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.

    Transit Stations

    2nd Street-Market-Frankford Line

    2 S 2nd St
    1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

    5th Street-Market-Frankford Line

    497 Market St
    1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

    Aquarium-River LINE

    N Front St
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

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