HUGE, well-maintained 2-bedroom apartment with central air, private washer/dryer, and porch for personal use! Separate living room and dining room spaces with an additional small room off one of the bedrooms for an office, nursery, or walk-in closet plenty of free storage space for bikes, seasonal items, or other needs. (Ask about our 1//2 month free incentive) This tastefully renovated apartment is conveniently located in the heart of University City. Just steps from vital public transportation routes, quality supermarkets, parks, and a host of eclectic restaurants and cafes featuring cuisines from all over the world. Situated on a lovely residential block of conscientious neighbors, 4639 Sansom offers both the quiet serenity of one of Philly's greatest neighborhoods and the convenience of being within walking distance of its finest universities, hospitals, museums, dining, and entertainment venues. The unit itself has both front and rear entrances, a modern full kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a modern tiled bathroom, and a private front patio, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Too hot outside? Enjoy your spacious living room or expansive kitchen/diningroom in the comfort of your central air conditioning. In addition to the two full bedrooms, there is a bonus room (subservient to the main bedroom)that can be used as an office, nursery, den, or dressing room. The large unfinished basement has a washer/dryer for exclusive use by the 1st-floor tenant and provides ample storage space for tenants. Whether you're a long-term resident, graduate/ medical student, or a visiting professor, don't miss this opportunity to make this quiet, comfortable apartment home yours, along with all that Chestnut and Walnut Streets have to offer the adventurous epicurean who wants to experience the best that University City and Central Philadelphia have to offer.
Apartment for rent
$1,900/moFees may apply
4639 Sansom St, # 1, Philadelphia, PA 19139
2beds
2,600sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air, electric
Has laundry laundry
Open parking parking
Central, electric, forced air, natural gas
What's special
Porch for personal useModern tiled bathroomCentral air conditioning
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Study
Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer - Gas, Garbage Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, In Unit
Features
- Storage, Walk In Closet
- Flooring: Ceramic, Hardwood, Marble
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Awning(s)
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Basement, Lighting, Walk In Closet
- Pool features: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Sewage
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights
HOA
- Amenities included: Snow Removal, Taxes
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $1,900-2.6%$1/sqft |
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| 8/8/2026 | Price change | $1,950-7.1%$1/sqft |
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| 7/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,100$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Walnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Locke Alain SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10West Philadelphia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi







