Date
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Price
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Source
1/23/2026
Listed
$950
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Property Description
Located on a charming tree-lined block in the heart of University City, this upgraded studio apartment at 251 S Melville St, Unit 2 offers smart design and modern convenience in one of Philadelphia's most sought-after neighborhoods. The space features stainless steel appliances, an electric stovetop, and a sleek European washer, making everyday living both stylish and efficient. A built-in Murphy bed maximizes the layout, easily transforming the apartment from a cozy bedroom into an open living area-perfect for work, relaxation, or entertaining. Additional basement storage provides that extra room every city dweller appreciates. Just steps from Penn and Drexel, Clark Park, local cafés, restaurants, and major transit routes, this location offers unbeatable access to everything University City has to offer. Ideal for students, professionals, or anyone looking to enjoy vibrant city living with modern upgrades-this is urban convenience at its best.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 251 S Melville St #2
General
- Rent: $950
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2577816
- Updated: 1/23/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 12
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19139 (19139)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 2,304
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,304 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,304 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,160
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 108.00
- Zoning: RSA5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $.41
- Security Deposit: $950
- Owner Pays: Water
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Cable TV
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2304
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
Listed by KW Empower, Lisa App
Schools
Schools serving 251 S Melville St #2
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Penn Alexander School 4209 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
West Philadelphia High School 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 251 S Melville St #2
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- Updated 8 days ago
- 1Total Bath
- 3,348Sq. Ft.
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- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 2,346Sq. Ft.
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- Townhouse
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- Updated 6 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,123Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
- 1,736Sq. Ft.
251 S Melville Street #2, Philadelphia, PA 19139 (MLS# PAPH2577816) is a Townhouse property with 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 251 S Melville Street #2 is currently listed for rent at $950 and was received on January 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 251 S Melville 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.