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Property Description
It is my distinguished honor to present to you 5237 Chester Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19143. "¢ Located in the Heart of Kingsessing, Southwest Philadelphia, adjacent to a transformative intersection, anchored by a Commercial Mixed Use Corridor and surrounded by residential properties and commercial spaces, Southwest Philadelphia has undergone a radical transformation and evolution in the last few decades. We are directly on a trolley line transportation hub that takes you to University City and the major universities, including University of the Sciences of Philadelphia(USP), Drexel University, and the University of Pennsylvania, an Ivy League Institution, as well as to Center City substations. Across the street is a massive multi-unit development project. The property will be available June 1, 2024. "¢ Enter this 3 story with 6 units featuring 1 Bed|1 Bath apartments newly renovated ranging from $995-$1200/month. In unit #2, you will walk up to a beautifully designed kitchen, equipped with granite countertops, modern stainless steel appliances including a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. The kitchen features ceiling lighting, luxury vinyl flooring, and a garbage disposal. This apartment unit features floors and vinyl flooring, high ceilings, newly renovated throughout with new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom has been recently updated with a new vanity, mirror, shower, toilet, and new tile flooring. The property is filled with radiant natural light and illumination from beautiful windows. The property is close to bus stops and close to multi-modal public transportation, Walk to public transportation (Bus and Trolley), Kingsessing Recreation Center, shops, eateries, local market, and in proximity to businesses such as cafes, bars, eclectic and multicultural cuisine and food establishments. Come live in Kingsessing, where there are many things to do and people in a thriving community. "¢ We also have a Commercial Mixed Use property with a residential unit #3 on the third floor for rent"¢ To apply, we are running credit reports, criminal backgrounds, eviction history, and reviewing all income & financial documentation. If you are selected as a tenant, we will collect the first, last & security deposit(one month). There are no minimum score requirements. The entire financial and credit profile will be reviewed in its entirety to determine application viability. Pets are permissible on a case by case scenarios and there is no smoking allowed. We look forward to doing business with you and we will ensure a smooth, efficient, and professional process for all parties. Thank you for the opportunity to showcase this home and we wish you the best of luck in your home search. *Note the pictures show 1 of the units in the building, the layout of this unit may differ!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5237 Chester Ave #3
General
- Rent: $950
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2559322
- Updated: 3/6/2026
- Added to Site: 112 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Max. Lease (Mths): 12
- Min. Lease (Mths): 12
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 2
- Rooms/Areas: Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Exterior Cameras, Intercom
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: KINGSESSING
- Cross Streets: 52Nd
- Driving Directions: Corner of Chester St
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Size/Weight Restriction
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
- Construction: Masonry
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 600 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1968
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,000
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 20.00 x 100.00
- Zoning: RM1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1.58
- Application Fee: $49
- Security Deposit: $1,000
- Pre-Paid Lst Mth Rnt: $2
- Tenant Pays: Hot Water, Electricity, Gas
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Other
Listed by KW Empower, Minh Nguyen-Rivera
Schools
Schools serving 5237 Chester Ave #3
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Comegys Benjamin B School 5100 Greenway Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Bartram John - Main 2401 South 67th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19142 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 5237 Chester Ave #3
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/14/2025
Listed
$950
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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.
5237 Chester Avenue #3, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2559322) is a Condo property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 5237 Chester Avenue #3 is currently listed for rent at $950 and was received on November 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 5237 Chester Avenue #3? 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.

