5423 Germantown Avenue | Market Square Apartments - "Historic Presence. Modern Identity"
Experience timeless character and modern comfort at the newly restored Market Square Apartments, a boutique mixed-use elevator building located on a quiet stretch of Germantown Avenue. This beautifully preserved 19th-century former Masonic Temple and the birthplace of acclaimed author Louisa May Alcott has been thoughtfully transformed into 16 distinctive one- and two-bedroom apartment homes.
Blending historic architecture with contemporary finishes, each spacious residence features stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, granite countertops, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, generous closets and storage, large bedrooms and bathrooms, and in-unit washer and dryers. Residents will enjoy the charm and craftsmanship of Historic Germantown paired with the convenience of modern living.
This professionally restored property reflects a commitment to quality construction, attentive management, and exceptional resident experience.
Pets welcome. Tenant pays all utilities. Street parking is available, and residents may apply for permit parking through the City of Philadelphia. No application fee. First month, last month, and security deposit due at lease signing.
1 year
Apartment for rent
$1,609/moFees may apply
5423 Germantown Ave, # 200, Philadelphia, PA 19144
1beds
976sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Central, electric
What's special
Oversized windowsSpacious residenceSoaring ceilingsLarge bedrooms and bathroomsBoutique mixed-use elevator buildingIn-unit washer and dryersLuxury vinyl plank flooring
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator
- Flooring: Vinyl
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 976 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Disabled Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Sewage
Building
Details
- Building name: Market Square
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,609-8.8%$2/sqft |
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| 2/19/2026 | Listing removed | $1,764$2/sqft |
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| 1/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,764$2/sqft |
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| 12/22/2025 | Listing removed | $1,764$2/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,764+10.3%$2/sqft |
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| 1/26/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/5/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,600$2/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/2/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,600$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Wister
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Fitler Academics PlusGrades: K-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10King Martin Luther High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
There are 3 available units in this apartment building







