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Property Description
Available now! Welcome to Unit 6, a bi-level, loft w/ two-bedrooms, two bathrooms featuring an island kitchen with breakfast bar, Galaxy White granite counter tops, stainless steel GE energy efficient appliances, glass backsplash, sink, and dishwasher. This unit features 15' ceilings in the main living area setting it apart from anything else on the market! A bedroom, full bath, and laundry complete the first level. Upstairs you will find a landing over-looking the lower level, the second bedroom and full bath. The unit also features tons of natural light and energy efficient washer and dryer. The unit is located in "Reliance Hall" at 1218-20 S 8th Street. A former theatre known as the "Marconi Theatre" from 1914-1916, later a piano factory in the 1920's, a club known as "Reliance Hall" in the 1930's to the current ownership family's sewing factory in the 1970's and now with painstaking effort restored to the finest residence's available for the dollars per s.f. This apartment is located in the hottest neighborhood in South Philadelphia. Passyunk Square boasts critically acclaimed restaurants including Palizzi Social Club, South Philly Barbacoa, El Chingon, Fiorella, Alice, Triangle Tavern and local favorites Pats and Geno's. Septa operates on the subject block and S. 9th St for easy access to Center City and Pennsylvania and Jefferson hospitals. The cultural experience of the 9th Street Curb Market, Acme Market, CVS, Capitolo Playground and Washington Ave which intersects with I-95 and the bridges to New Jersey are within two blocks. Building amenities include indoor bicycle storage, secure entrance with video system. The tenant is responsible for all utilities including water and cable. Pets are permitted on a case-by-case basis. Water is a flat fee per month $70.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1218 S 8th St #6
General
- Rent: $1,795
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2480668
- Updated: 1/17/2026
- Added to Site: 180 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 12
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19147 (19147)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: PASSYUNK SQUARE
- Driving Directions: use gps
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Case by Case Basis
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bi-level
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,052
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,052 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,052 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 36.83 x 109.33
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1.71
- Security Deposit: $1,900
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
Listed by KW Empower, William V Kelly
Schools
Schools serving 1218 S 8th St #6
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vare-Washington Elementary School 1198 South 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Furness Horace High School 1900 South 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 1218 S 8th St #6
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/05/2026
Price Reduced
$1,795
-2.97%
MLS
11/17/2025
Price Reduced
$1,850
-2.37%
MLS
10/08/2025
Price Reduced
$1,895
-2.82%
MLS
9/17/2025
Price Reduced
$1,950
-2.26%
MLS
8/21/2025
Price Reduced
$1,995
-11.33%
MLS
7/22/2025
Listed
$2,250
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1218 S 8th Street #6, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (MLS# PAPH2480668) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1218 S 8th Street #6 is currently listed for rent at $1,795 and was received on July 22, 2025. Want to learn more about 1218 S 8th Street #6? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

