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5823 Alter St

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Philadelphia, PA 19143

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5823 Alter St

Philadelphia, PA 19143
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3 Bedroom - Townhome for Rent
  • 3BR, 1.5BA Townhome
  • $1,750 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,750

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,750
  • 1,200 Square Feet
  • Available Now Availability

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About 5823 Alter St

Newly Renovated 3BR/1.5BA in Cobbs Creek Steps to the Baltimore Ave Trolley Fully renovated three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath townhouse in Cobbs Creek, 19143. Step into a bright living room with exposed brick, wide-plank flooring, and recessed lighting, then into an open kitchen built around a large quartz island the kind of space where dinner gets cooked and eaten in the same room. A half bath on the first floor keeps the main level convenient, and the rear door opens to a private backyard with room to grill, sit out, or plant an herb garden. Upstairs, three well-sized bedrooms share a full bath with a walk-in shower, custom tile, and a skylight that fills the room with natural light. The basement holds a Samsung washer and dryer and plenty of storage. Move-in ready and pet-friendly. FEATURES & FINISHES - Kitchen: quartz countertops, large quartz island, energy-efficient stainless steel appliances, gas range - Full bath: walk-in shower, custom tile work, skylight, one-of-a-kind handmade rustic wood vanity - Half bath on the first floor - Primary bedroom: bay window and two closets - Exposed brick and recessed lighting in the living room - Wide-plank flooring throughout the main level - In-unit laundry: Samsung washer and dryer in the basement - Basement storage - Private fenced backyard - Street parking LOCATION Cobbs Creek, one block from Baltimore Avenue, with quick access to University City and Center City by trolley. - SEPTA trolley at 58th & Baltimore (Route 34) University City in about 15 min, Center City in about 25 min - Bus routes 21 and 42 nearby on Chestnut and Walnut - About 2 miles to UPenn, Drexel, and CHOP - One block to the Baltimore Ave shopping center with grocery stores, pharmacy, and restaurants - Cobbs Creek Park and the Cobbs Creek Recreation Center a few blocks west, with trails, tennis courts, and the reopening Cobbs Creek Golf Course - Baltimore Ave dining corridor east toward 50th: Booker's Restaurant, Vientiane Cafe, Vietnam Cafe DETAILS Rent: $1,750/month Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1.5 Available: 9/15/26 Lease: 12 months Security Deposit: one month's rent Pets: Dogs and cats welcome (monthly pet rent applies) Laundry: In-unit washer and dryer Parking: Street Utilities: Tenant pays gas, electric, and water Apply online or reach out to schedule a showing.

5823 Alter St is located in the Cobbs Creek Neighborhood and 19143 Zip code of Philadelphia, PA.

Lease Terms

  • 12 Month Lease

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Pet Policy and Fees

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

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Features and Amenities

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Yard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Tennis Court

Interior Features

  • Skylights
  • Storage Space
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Quartz Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Basement
  • Bay Window
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5823 Alter St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Getting Around

  • 90 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All 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

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat car friendly

    Some arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are likely

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 80 / 100 Restaurants

    Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Cafes

    Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 70 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Shopping

    Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Noise Level

    Few sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about 5823 Alter St

What type of rentals are available at 5823 Alter St?

There is currently a 3 Bed 1 Bath Townhome for rent with 1,200 listed at 5823 Alter St. It is Available Now.

How much is the rent at 5823 Alter St?

5823 Alter St is currently listed at $1,750.

What area of town is 5823 Alter St located in?

Located in the Cobbs Creek Neighborhood, 5823 Alter St is in the 19143 Zip Code of Philadelphia, PA.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability 3.2

    The Affordability rating shows you how this community's most affordable floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

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Nearby Schools

Anderson Add B School

The School District of Philadelphia
1034 South 60th Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (339 Students)
4/10

Sayre William L Middle School

The School District of Philadelphia
5800 Walnut Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (447 Students)
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5823 Alter St.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Philadelphia Museum of Art

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
7 minute drive / 3.38 miles away

The Frankling Institute

222 N 20th St
7 minute drive / 3.62 miles away

Free Library of Philadephia

1901 Vine Street
8 minute drive / 3.74 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

300-318 N 63rd St
3 minute drive / 1.27 miles away

Aldi

4421 Market St
4 minute drive / 1.57 miles away

Lowe's

1500 N 50th St
4 minute drive / 2.13 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Community College of Philadelphia - West Regional Center

4725 Chesnut Street
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

University of the Sciences

600 South 43rd Street
5 minute drive / 1.75 miles away

University of Pennsylvania

1 College Hall
5 minute drive / 2.35 miles away

Groceries

The Fresh Grocer

421 S 69th St
2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

Aldi

4421 Market St
4 minute drive / 1.57 miles away

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
7 minute drive / 3.54 miles away

Hospitals

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

51 North 39th Street
4 minute drive / 2.2 miles away

Mercy Catholic Medical Center - Mercy Fitzgerald

1500 Lansdowne Ave
4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away

Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia

34th St & Civic Center Blvd
5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away

Military Bases

Defense Personnel Support Center

7 minute drive / 3.67 miles away

Philadelphia Naval Busi Center

11 minute drive / 5.5 miles away

Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia

21 minute drive / 9.93 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Bartram Gardens

54th St & Lindbergh Blvd
5 minute drive / 1.73 miles away

Bartram's Gardens

54th St. and Lindbergh Blvd.
5 minute drive / 1.73 miles away

Independence Historical Park

5th & Chestnut
8 minute drive / 4.11 miles away

5823 Alter St has 5 parks within 4.8 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
7 minute drive / 3.54 miles away

La Colombe Torrefaction

130 S. 19th Street
7 minute drive / 3.59 miles away

Pink Rose Pastry Shop

630 S 4th St
10 minute drive / 4.84 miles away

Shopping Centers

Cobbs Creek Shopping Center

5716-5746 Baltimore Ave
1 minute drive / 0.33 miles away

69th Street Plaza

501 S 69th St
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Shops at 69th Street

150 S 69th St
3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

5823 Alter St has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Transit Stations

Baltimore Avenue and 57th Street-Route 34

1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

Baltimore and 57th-Route 34

1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

Baltimore Avenue and 58th Street-Route 34

1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

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Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,032$585$10,000+
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,522$1,249$5,000
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