Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/27/2026
Listed
$1,325
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MLS
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Property Description
This spacious 2 bedroom apartment with den has neutral paint and newer flooring throughout, but retains its appeal of Old World Charm. The Living room with faux fireplace and built in bookcases is a show stopper; the original detail the home offers is one to not be forgotten. The balcony has been enclosed and can be used as additional living space, play area or office . Both bedrooms are nice-sized and offer ample closet space. There is a generous formal Dining room and an updated modern eat-in Kitchen with upgraded shaker-style cabinets. A full bath complete this home. Conveniently located near University City; schools, shopping, recreation and transportation are all within walking distance. Tenants are responsible for all utilities. Applicants must meet credit specifications and income requirements to qualify. Tenants are required to show proof of Renter's Insurance. $50 application fee per adult. NO pets. All potential Tenants are subject to the following screenings: financial, criminal and rental history. Owner is a PA licensed Real Estate Broker.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 137 S 56th St #2
General
- Rent: $1,325
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2664552
- Updated: 8/27/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 12
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Study
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19139 (19139)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: WEST PHILADELPHIA
- Cross Streets: Sansom St
- Driving Directions: On 56th St between Chestnut & Walnut Sts.
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Foundation: Permanent
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,200
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,200 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,200 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
- Unit Floor in Bldg.: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,755
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 87.75
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1.1
- Application Fee: $50
- Security Deposit: $2,650
- Pre-Paid Lst Mth Rnt: $2
- Owner Pays: Taxes - Real Estate
- Tenant Pays: Utilities - All, Cable TV, Snow Removal, Insurance
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
Listed by Century 21 Advantage Gold-Southampton, Paula Capati
Schools
Schools serving 137 S 56th St #2
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hamilton Andrew School 5640 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Sayre William L Middle School 5800 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 137 S 56th St #2
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- Townhouse
- Active
- Updated 16 hours ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,320Sq. Ft.
- Townhouse
- Active
- Updated 17 hours ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,560Sq. Ft.
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- Townhouse
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 930Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,486Sq. Ft.
- Townhouse
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 1,720Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,500Sq. Ft.
- Condo
- Active
- Updated 14 hours ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 849Sq. Ft.
137 S 56th Street #2, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2664552) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 137 S 56th Street #2 is currently listed for rent at $1,325 and was received on August 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 137 S 56th Street #2? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.