$1,400 - 2 bed apartment in West Philly / University City
Available Sept 1, 2026.
Beautiful 1.5 bedroom on Hazel near 52nd
842 square feet
$1,400 rent
The apartment is the entire first floor of a large 100-year-old house.
One big bedroom and one small room that could be used as an office /guest room / minimalist bedroom.
Mud room with direct access to backyard and basement / laundry.
Apartment features include:
-Hardwood & tile floors (no carpet).
-Pictured furniture included
-Plenty of closet space
-Windows on 3 sides of apartment
-Free shared laundry in the basement
-Radiator heating. Dedicated hot water heater and boiler with individual utility account (resident only pays for their specific use for electric and natural gas).
-Colorful walls
No dogs.
Cats encouraged with a refundable pet deposit
Neighborhood features:
Near the most reliable transit line - the MFL.
Street parking
One block from Malcolm X
Many businesses, restaurants very close on S 52nd St and Baltimore Ave.
Mariposa Food Co-op, other groceries in walking distance.
Apartment is managed by the owner who is responsive to maintenance issues and lives in third floor apartment. Nice neighbors, nice block.
Application process:
phone screening
view apartment
3. rental application
4. credit /background check (~$42) (You are guaranteed the apartment if you are paying this as long as the report looks good.)
5. Lease signing
6. Move in Sept 1
Application requirements:
Potential tenant will pay $42 for application fee.
If two tenants, both need to apply.
Credit score of 650+. No past evictions.
Must make 3X monthly rent so that it is affordable for you.
References including from current landlord / property manager and housemates. (provide contact info).
First month rent and 2 months rent deposit required to sign lease.
The lease is offered on a yearly basis. Preference may be given to applicants who are interested in living longer-term.
Section 8 housing vouchers accepted.
This is an equal housing opportunity, regardless of age, color, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, orientation or disability or any other demographic not mentioned.
You will be more than welcome as a resident if you can appreciate living in a 100 year home that needs occasional maintenence, demonstrate respect for the other residents (including the porch cat) and the property itself, and be thoughtful and considerate regarding noise.
Gas, heating, electricity & internet are tenants responsibility.
Landlord pays water, sewer and trash. ($30 for a second tenant)
The house has solar panels so electric is paid to landlord based on your kwh usage and current peco rates.
Tenants will help keep the property clean including stairways and yards and should be respectful of the apartment, neighbors and the porch cat.
Cats are encouraged and require a refundable deposit and should use flea prevention. No dogs please.
Tenants must notify landlord immediately of any issues with the unit or common areas and provide access for repairs.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,400/mo
Fees may apply
5141 Hazel Ave, # 1F, Philadelphia, PA 19143
2beds
842sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
Cats OK
What's special
Colorful wallsHardwood and tile floorsPlenty of closet spaceRadiator heating
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 842 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Porch
Lot
- Features: Back Yard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Laundry
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,400+8.5%$2/sqft |
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| 3/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/11/2023 | Price change | $1,290-3.7%$2/sqft |
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| 2/3/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,340$2/sqft |
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| 9/15/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/16/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,340$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Cedar Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrington Avery D SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Sayre William L Middle SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi







