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38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor

(267) 296-9741
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Philadelphia, PA 19144

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38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor

Philadelphia, PA 19144
(267) 296-9741
38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor in Philadelphia, PA - Building Photo
2 Bedroom - for Rent
Unit 1st Floor
  • 2BR, 2BA
  • $2,300 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,300

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,300
  • 1,500 Square Feet
  • 08-17-2026 Availability

About 38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor

Ashlawn (c. 1851) – Grand First-Floor Residence | 2 Bed, 2 Bath with Private Porch, Yard & Parking $2,400/month | Available Mid-August through September 1 Experience the elegance of a grand Victorian estate in the heart of Historic Germantown. Occupying the entire first floor of Ashlawn, a beautifully preserved residence built circa 1851, this expansive apartment blends remarkable historic architecture with tasteful modern updates. Soaring ceilings, original woodwork, decorative plaster medallions, restored hardwood floors, marble and wood mantels, oversized windows, and period lighting create a home unlike anything found in a typical apartment. The spacious layout includes gracious formal living and dining rooms, a renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry and butcher-block countertops, and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a large walk-in closet and private en-suite bath, while the second bedroom is generously sized and served by a second full bath. Apartment Features: * Two large bedrooms * Two full bathrooms * Expansive formal living and dining room with original fireplace mantel * Renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry, butcher-block counters, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and dishwasher * In-unit washer and dryer * Large walk-in closet in the primary suite * Central air conditioning * Gas heat * Beautiful original woodwork, decorative plaster ceilings, fireplaces, and hardwood floors throughout Outside, enjoy amenities rarely found in Philadelphia apartments: * Private covered porch overlooking the grounds * Large shared yard with mature trees and landscaped green space * One off-street parking space * Quiet setting on the unit block of East Penn Street in Historic Germantown Ashlawn offers the opportunity to live in one of Germantown’s finest surviving nineteenth-century residences, where historic craftsmanship, generous room proportions, and modern conveniences come together in an exceptional setting. This is an apartment that feels much more like a private home than a typical rental. Available mid-August through September 1. Showings the first week of August. One-year lease preferred.

38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor is located in the East Germantown Neighborhood and 19144 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,300 and having 1,500 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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      38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor

      2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1500 sq ft
      $2,300 depositAvailable Aug 17

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      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
      $2,300 August 17, 20261st Floor1500$2,300
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      Unit 1st Floor Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Fireplace
      • Smoke Free
      • Storage Space
      • Washer/Dryer

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Kitchen
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Unit 1st Floor Lease Information

      Unit Price

      • $2,300Total Monthly Price
        Base Rent: $2,300
        Required Monthly Fees: None
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      Deposit

      • $2,300 deposit

      Unit Description

      Ashlawn (c. 1851) – Grand First-Floor Residence | 2 Bed, 2 Bath with Private Porch, Yard & Parking $2,400/month | Available Mid-August through September 1 Experience the elegance of a grand Victorian estate in the heart of Historic Germantown. Occupying the entire first floor of Ashlawn, a beautifully preserved residence built circa 1851, this expansive apartment blends remarkable historic architecture with tasteful modern updates. Soaring ceilings, original woodwork, decorative plaster medallions, restored hardwood floors, marble and wood mantels, oversized windows, and period lighting create a home unlike anything found in a typical apartment. The spacious layout includes gracious formal living and dining rooms, a renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry and butcher-block countertops, and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a large walk-in closet and private en-suite bath, while the second bedroom is generously sized and served by a second full bath. Apartment Features: * Two large bedrooms * Two full bathrooms * Expansive formal living and dining room with original fireplace mantel * Renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry, butcher-block counters, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, and dishwasher * In-unit washer and dryer * Large walk-in closet in the primary suite * Central air conditioning * Gas heat * Beautiful original woodwork, decorative plaster ceilings, fireplaces, and hardwood floors throughout Outside, enjoy amenities rarely found in Philadelphia apartments: * Private covered porch overlooking the grounds * Large shared yard with mature trees and landscaped green space * One off-street parking space * Quiet setting on the unit block of East Penn Street in Historic Germantown Ashlawn offers the opportunity to live in one of Germantown’s finest surviving nineteenth-century residences, where historic craftsmanship, generous room proportions, and modern conveniences come together in an exceptional setting. This is an apartment that feels much more like a private home than a typical rental. Available mid-August through September 1. Showings the first week of August. One-year lease preferred.

    Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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

    • 4 Units
    • Built in 1851

    Lease Terms

    • 12 Month Lease

    Fees and Policies

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats
    • $0 Fee
    • $0 Deposit
    • Monthly Pet Fee $0
    Dogs
    • $0 Fee
    • $0 Deposit
    • Monthly Pet Fee $0

    Parking Info and Fees

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    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    Interior Features

    • Storage Space
    • Fireplace
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher

    Living Area Features

    • Dining Room
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Walk In Closets

    Outdoor Features

    • Porch
    • Yard
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    38 E Penn St, Philadelphia, PA 19144

    Getting Around

    • 80 / 100 Very Walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

    • 80 / 100 Strong public transit

      Near rapid transit and frequent bus lines

    • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

      Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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    Getting to Know the Area

    • 80 / 100 Restaurants

      Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Cafes

      Variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 60 / 100 Nightlife

      Several bars within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Shopping

      Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Parks

      Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

    • 40 / 100 Noise Level

      Some sources of noise nearby

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    Frequently Asked Questions about 38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor

    Where is 38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor located?

    38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor is located at 38 E Penn St near the East Germantown area of Philadelphia, PA

    What is the current rent range at 38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor?

    2 Bedrooms at 38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor is $2,300. Call today for more info!

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Philadelphia Museum of Art

    2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
    9 minute drive / 4.53 miles away

    Free Library of Philadephia

    1901 Vine Street
    10 minute drive / 4.89 miles away

    The Frankling Institute

    222 N 20th St
    10 minute drive / 4.99 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Autozone

    3101 W Allegheny Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.76 miles away

    Target

    4000 Monument Rd
    5 minute drive / 2.74 miles away

    Walgreens

    1809 E Allegheny Ave
    8 minute drive / 3.82 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Drexel University - Queen Lane Medical Campus

    2900 Queen Lane
    2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

    La Salle University

    1900 W Olney Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

    Philadelphia University

    4201 Henry Avenue
    4 minute drive / 1.41 miles away

    Groceries

    Save-A-Lot

    301 W Chelten Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

    H-Mart

    1925 W Cheltenham Ave
    6 minute drive / 2.93 miles away

    The Fresh Grocer

    1501 N Broad St
    7 minute drive / 3.72 miles away

    Hospitals

    Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital

    5501 Old York Road
    4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away

    Shriners Children's Philadelphia

    3551 N Broad Street
    5 minute drive / 1.86 miles away

    Temple University Hospital

    3401 North Broad Street
    5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

    Military Bases

    Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

    8 minute drive / 4.04 miles away

    Defense Personnel Support Center

    16 minute drive / 7.84 miles away

    Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

    20 minute drive / 9.51 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site

    532 N. 7th St
    10 minute drive / 4.84 miles away

    Morris Arboretum

    100 E Northwestern Ave
    10 minute drive / 5.1 miles away

    Franklin Square

    200 N 6th St
    11 minute drive / 5.31 miles away

    38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor has 5 parks within 6.5 miles, including Edgar Allen Poe Historical Site, Morris Arboretum, Franklin Square, Independence Historical Park, and Jefferson Square Park.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Tacconelli's Pizzeria

    2604 East Somerset Street
    9 minute drive / 4.56 miles away

    La Colombe Torrefaction

    130 S. 19th Street
    11 minute drive / 5.48 miles away

    Lacroix at the Rittenhouse Hotel

    210 West Rittenhouse Square
    11 minute drive / 5.55 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Gateway Plaza

    5140 Germantown Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

    Freedom Square

    5007 Germantown Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away

    Germantown Plaza

    5731-5755 Wayne Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.54 miles away

    38 E Penn St, Unit 1st Floor has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Germantown-R7

    218 E Chelten Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

    Chelten Avenue-R8

    351 W Chelten Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.58 miles away

    Wister-R7

    498 E Ashmead St
    1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

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    Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,948$585$4,950
    Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,431$650$5,000
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