This dynamite and sprawling 2000 square foot home, located in University City, offers a sunroom. hardwood floors, exposed brick, recessed lighting, central air conditioning, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, built-in microwave, garbage disposal, washer/dryer and a private yard. 742 South 53rd Street is only blocks from the commercial thoroughfare of Baltimore Avenue including such venues as Cedar Park Cafe, Hibiscus Cafe, Booker's, Dock Street Brewery, Cedar Park and Malcolm X Park. Nearby SEPTA routes offer easy access to anywhere. Pets are welcome with a $300 refundable pet. Tenants pay for gas, water and electricity.
Date Available: August 10, 2026
Tenant Pays: Electricity, gas and water
Pet Fees: 300 refundable pet deposit
Move-In Costs: First month and a two month security deposit.
Move-In Fees: 7500
Application Fee: 45.50
Cristy Michaels
PLMG
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742 South 53rd Street
742 S 53rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Apartment building
4 beds
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() -- 4 bd, 2 ba | 2,000 | Now | $2,500 |
What's special
Recessed lightingExposed brickGarbage disposalCentral air conditioningBuilt-in microwavePrivate yardHardwood floors
Facts, features & policies
Unit Features
Other
- ["washer", "dryer"]
- Bay Windows
- Central A/c
- Central Heat
- Dishwasher
- Exposed Brick
- Garbage Disposal
- Hardwood Floors
- Microwave
- NA
- Range Oven
- Range/oven
- Recessed Lighting
- Refrigerator/freezer
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Sun Room
- Yard
Policies
- Contact for details
Special Features
- Range Oven
Neighborhood: Cobbs Creek
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Philadelphia
Harrington Avery D School
Grades K-8 • 0.1 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Sayre William L Middle School
Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles2/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 742 South 53rd Street?
742 South 53rd Street has a walk score of 89, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 742 South 53rd Street?
742 South 53rd Street has a transit score of 70, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 742 South 53rd Street?
The schools assigned to 742 South 53rd Street include Harrington Avery D School and Sayre William L Middle School.
What neighborhood is 742 South 53rd Street in?
742 South 53rd Street is in the Cobbs Creek neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA.




















