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Property Description
ONE MONTH FREE ON 13 MONTH LEASE. Available for January 1st move in. Looking for something with character? Tired of the cookie-cutter new construction homes? Welcome home. This is a beautiful 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment with a large private backyard. This is large 2 bedroom with lots of storage space and a newly renovated bathroom. Both bedrooms are a great size and on the opposite side of the unit. The kitchen has also been completely redone and has stainless steel appliance. As an added bonus, this unit includes a complimentary mounted flat tv and concierge laundry service. This quintessential West Philly block is quiet and beautiful between Walnut Street and Chestnut for easy walking and easy parking. Pets are welcome with a fee. This unit is THREE blocks from the Market Frankford Train. Located minutes away from many of our main attractions: Art Museum (Run the the Rocky Steps) the Barnes Foundation Museum, City Hall the Liberty Bell, Constitution Center, and a Great Cheese Steak! Just 18 minutes away from Philadelphia International Airport, 10 minutes away from Penn Station. University of Penn and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are within walking distance. Tenant pays all utilites.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 226 S 49th St
General
- Rent: $1,450
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2560312
- Updated: 12/26/2025
- Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 48
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
Interior
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Efficiency, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Non-Functioning
- Appliances: Stove
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: UNIVERSITY CITY
- Driving Directions: Between Chestnut and Walnut
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Case by Case Basis, Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Addendum/De
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit
- Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV, Electric Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 800 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 800 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1919
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,000
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1.81
- Application Fee: $50
- Move In Fee: Yes
- Move In Fee: $2,900
- Security Deposit: $1,450
- Pre-Paid Lst Mth Rnt: $2
- Owner Pays: None
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Utilities - All, Water, Gas
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
- Inclusions: laundry
Listed by Legal Real Estate LLC, Katherine Mejia
Schools
Schools serving 226 S 49th St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lea Henry C School 4700 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
West Philadelphia High School 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 226 S 49th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/16/2025
Price Reduced
$1,450
-3.01%
MLS
11/17/2025
Listed
$1,495
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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.
226 S 49th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2560312) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 226 S 49th Street is currently listed for rent at $1,450 and was received on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 226 S 49th Street? 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.

