5536 Chester Ave

5536 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

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Studio

Available units

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 2F Studio, 1 ba	500	Now	$825

What's special

Neighborhood: Kingesessing

Areas of interest

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Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Very Walkable

Transit Score^®

/ 100

Excellent Transit

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools in Philadelphia

Mitchell El School

Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles

3/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

1/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Bartram John - Main

Grades 9-12 • 1.3 miles

2/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

1/10

College Readiness Rating

1/10

Student Progress Rating

4/10

Green Spaces
Bartram’s Garden and the nearby John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge provide gardens, wetlands, and outdoor paths.
Outdoor Activities
Walking and birdwatching are among the ways to enjoy the refuge’s trails and natural setting.
Transit Access
SEPTA bus and trolley routes connect the neighborhood with destinations across Philadelphia.

Kingsessing sits in southwest Philadelphia, with residential blocks extending toward the wooded trails and open grounds of the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum. The area has a four-season climate, and the refuge’s wetlands and paths offer a nearby nature escape and opportunities for birdwatching and walking. Bartram’s Garden, a historic botanical garden along the Schuylkill River, adds another distinctive green space, with gardens and riverfront scenery. Local streets have neighborhood shops and casual dining, while nearby shopping corridors broaden everyday options; coffee shops and nightlife are more limited within the neighborhood itself. SEPTA buses and nearby trolley routes connect Kingsessing with other parts of the city, and biking is an option on local streets and riverfront paths. For the Kingesessing neighborhood, the median rent is $1,450 per month, with a typical range of $750 to $2,875.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 5536 Chester Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?

5536 Chester Ave is located at 5536 Chester Ave in Kingesessing, Philadelphia, PA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Fred's Water Ice, Dunkin', and Satellite Cafe.

What is the average rent in Philadelphia, PA?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Kingesessing neighborhood of Philadelphia is currently $1,450 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to 5536 Chester Ave?

The schools assigned to 5536 Chester Ave include Mitchell El School and Bartram John - Main.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 5536 Chester Ave?

5536 Chester Ave is located near 6 grocery stores, including Save-A-Lot (0.5 miles) and Mariposa Food Co-op (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including T-Mobile, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near 5536 Chester Ave?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 5536 Chester Ave include Greater Philadelphia Health Action Incorporated, Woodland Avenue Health Center (0.6 miles away), West Philadelphia Women First (0.9 miles away), and Mercy Philadelphia Hospital (1 mile away).