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Property Description
*Available 9/2* This impeccably designed brick townhouse located in the thriving community of Northern Liberties benefits from a number of exceptional city amenities. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half bathrooms, a finished basement, a patio, and a rooftop deck overlooking the neighborhood landscape. Within just a short walking distance, you will find a neighborhood rec center, coffee shop, and numerous restaurants, such as Abbaye and KenLoves BYOB. Venturing out a bit further will reward you with Edgar Allen Poe's National Historic Site, a fascinating historic landmark, that is just a stone's throw away! Stepping through the front door, you'll be greeted with a striking design, pleasing hardwood flooring, and a spacious living area. The open-concept living room and dining area provide an open view of the galley-style kitchen. The kitchen presents a selection of modern and convenient appliances such as a dishwasher, wall-mounted microwave, garbage disposal, and a gas stove/oven surrounded with beautiful white cabinetry, blue subway tiles, white corian countertop, and tile floors. Heading to the upper floor levels, each floor offers a bedroom fashioned with ample closet space and windows to allow for natural light to permeate each room. The hallway connecting the topmost bedroom is where you can gain access to the rooftop deck and one of the half bathrooms. Making your way down to the finished basement, you will see it offers a sizable and flexible space. Whether you require a home gym, an entertainment center, or even an office, it is ready to serve any of your needs. You can also find the second half bathroom and a room to serve as the ideal laundry space here. Lease Terms: Generally, 1st month, and 1 month security deposit due at, or prior to, lease signing. Other terms may be required by the Landlord, such as last month's rent upfront. $65 application fee per applicant. Electricity, gas (if applicable), cable/internet, and a $10/mo. technology fee. Water is a flat monthly fee of $90. A $25 service fee, plus the cost of the air filter, will be charged quarterly for routine air filter replacement. Landlord Requirements: Applicants to make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable gross income, credit history to be considered, no evictions within the past 5 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered. Cosigners will be considered. *Cats and dogs permitted with $500 refundable pet deposit per pet
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 242 Fairmount Ave
General
- Rent: $2,995
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2511482
- Added to Site: 277 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 24
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
- Rent Includes: None
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Tub Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 4
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Roof
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- Area: 19123 (19123)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: NORTHERN LIBERTIES
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Addendum/Deposit
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Straight Thru
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,500
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,500 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,500 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.01
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 653
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 14.83 x 44.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $2
- Application Fee: $65
- Security Deposit: $2,995
- Owner Pays: None
- Tenant Pays: Utilities - All
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
Listed by OCF Realty LLC - Philadelphia, James A Decker
Sold by Unrepresented Buyer Office, Unrepresented Buyer
Schools
Schools serving 242 Fairmount Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
General Philip Kearny 601 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Franklin Benjamin High School 550 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | 12-11 | 1 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 242 Fairmount Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/22/2025
Sold
$2,995
—
MLS
8/05/2025
Price Reduced
$2,995
-3.23%
MLS
7/28/2025
Price Reduced
$3,095
-6.07%
MLS
7/01/2025
Listed
$3,295
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
242 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123 (MLS# PAPH2511482) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $2,995 on August 22, 2025. Want to learn more about 242 Fairmount Avenue? 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.

