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4 BR Faculty Home in University City, Philadelphia, Walk to Penn & Drexel

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Rates from USD $750 | Weekly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From June 16, 2024 until August 13, 2024

Description

Fully furnished, sunny, well-maintained 4 BR/2 BA three-story Victorian twin on friendly tree-lined street in University City. Easy walk to U. Penn campus (10-12 blocks), Drexel (16 blocks). 1/2 block from #34 SEPTA trolley line to Penn, Drexel, Center City, Amtrak station, and mainline trains. On UPenn free shuttle and bus routes. Wood floors throughout, central A/C, ceiling fans, energy efficient windows, well insulated (lower heating costs than most W. Philly Victorian houses). Two working fireplaces (one wood-burning, one gas). Friendly block, great neighbors, big front porch, 3-season sun room and back patio with gas grill. Rent $750/week (negotiable if staying more than a month). First floor--living room w/woodburning fireplace, dining room, spacious and well-equipped cook's kitchen, 3-season sunporch off kitchen. Second floor--family room w/gas fireplace, TV, & piano; large office with two large desks, printer, and leather reading chair; one large bedroom with double bed; and one full bath with shower/bathtub. Third floor--two large bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed; one small bedroom adjacent to master bedroom with twin bed--great for a child (crib also available if needed); one full bath with shower/bathtub. Full attic with plentiful storage space, plus full basement with washer, dryer, and children's play area. Use of bicycles also a possibility.

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
2,550 ft2

Suited For
7

Property Type
House

Availability

From June 16, 2024 until August 13, 2024

Minimum Stay

2 Weeks | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Start & end dates flexible

Location

House in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Closest University

Penn, Drexel, Temple, University of the Sciences

Nearby Universities
University of Pennsylvania, Drexel, Univesity of the Sciences, Temple, Villanova, Rutgers-Camden, Bryn Mawr, Haverford, Swarthmore
Neighborhood

Cedar Park, University City

Comments: Friendly tree-lined street in West Philadelphia close to trolley, parks, grocery

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $750 Weekly | Negotiable

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Discount available if staying one month or more

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with mail and deliveries

Collect and save our mail for us

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

Comments: Gas grill in backyard.

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