Welcome to 231 E. Phil Ellena St., a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home in East Mount Airy, Northwest Philadelphia, available with Section 8. Offering spacious living, modern finishes, and a welcoming atmosphere, this home is ready to become your next place to call home.
Step inside and enjoy beautiful hardwood floors and a thoughtfully designed layout with generously sized rooms. The newly renovated kitchen features sleek stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinetry, and a stylish backsplash, creating a bright and functional space for everyday cooking and entertaining.
The home also includes a washer and dryer hookup, making laundry convenient. The tiled bathroom features a full bathtub, while the additional half bathroom provides extra convenience for busy households.
Relax on the charming front porch or enjoy the nearby outdoor spaces at Pleasant Pool and Pleasant Playground. The property is also just a few blocks from Eleanor C. Emlen School, making the location convenient for families.
With its modern updates, spacious layout, and desirable location, 231 E. Phil Ellena St. is a fantastic Section 8 opportunity you won't want to miss!
Qualifications / General Screening Criteria:
Rental applications must be complete, correct and verified.
Gross monthly income must provable and be at least 3 times rent or tenant must have a housing choice voucher.
Applicants must have a proven history of on-time rental payments not including the COVID-19 emergency period.
Applicants must have a good relevant credit history or tenant must have a housing choice voucher.
Applicants must have no evictions in the last 4 years except during the COVID-19 emergency period.
Section 8
Requirements
* 3 bedroom voucher
* At least 550 Credit Score
* Clear background check
* Positive rental history
* 2 to 4 pay stubs (If not, as many proof of income as you can provide.)
* 1 Photo ID
Note:
Monthly Rent and Security Deposit will be determined by PHA
House for rent
$1,111/moFees may apply
231 E Phil Ellena St, Philadelphia, PA 19119
3beds
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Single family residence
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What's special
Sleek stainless steel appliancesModern finishesNewly renovated kitchenSpacious livingWelcoming atmosphereAdditional half bathroomThoughtfully designed layout
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Section 8 (Accepting 3 br vouchers)
Details
- Parcel number: 222004800
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,111-47.1% |
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| 8/12/2026 | Listing removed | $2,100 |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,100 |
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| 8/10/2026 | Listing removed | $2,100 |
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| 7/24/2026 | Price change | $2,100-2.3% |
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| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $2,150-4.4% |
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| 6/7/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,250 |
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| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $130,000-13.3% |
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| 10/9/2025 | Pending sale | $149,900 |
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| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,900+99.9% |
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| 2/24/2017 | Sold | $75,000-6.1% |
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| 11/18/2016 | Listing removed | $79,900 |
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| 10/18/2016 | Price change | $79,900-2.6% |
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| 10/2/2016 | Price change | $82,000-8.8% |
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| 9/21/2016 | Price change | $89,900-3.9% |
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| 8/19/2016 | Price change | $93,500-5.1% |
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| 8/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $98,500+31.3% |
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| 10/13/2010 | Listing removed | $75,000 |
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| 7/25/2010 | Price change | $75,000-6.1% |
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| 6/26/2010 | Price change | $79,900-6% |
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| 6/9/2010 | Price change | $85,000-5.6% |
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| 3/25/2010 | Price change | $90,000-8.9% |
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| 3/13/2010 | Listed for sale | $98,765+182.2% |
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| 1/22/2010 | Sold | $35,000-29.9% |
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| 12/13/2009 | Price change | $49,900+939.6% |
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| 3/12/2009 | Sold | $4,800-95.3% |
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| 12/15/2005 | Sold | $102,600+71% |
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| 8/16/2005 | Sold | $60,000+36.4% |
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| 9/13/2001 | Sold | $44,000 |
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Neighborhood: Mount Airy East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Emlen Eleanor C SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt Theodore Middle SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi






