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  • Special offer

    The Porter

    2940 W Thompson St, Philadelphia, PA 19121

    • Special offer!

      *Price reflects the net effective rent when 1-month credit is applied on select units only*
    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Attached garage
    Air conditioning (central)
    In-unit dryer

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,398
    600 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Aug 1

    Price: $1,398Available: Available Aug 1 2025Unit: Unit 404
    Price: $1,398Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 208
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,829
    850 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 1

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    What's special

    Deck
    Grab your shades
    This building features access to a deck. Only 11% of buildings in Philadelphia have this amenity.
    Sleek matte black fixturesMassive windowsGlass-enclosed showersKeyless entry systemsCenter city skyline viewsHigh-end ge stainless appliancesFloating vanities
    Welcome to The Porter, Brewerytown's hottest apartment building just a few short blocks off bustling Girard Avenue and in close proximity to ALDI Supermarket and Fine Wine & Spirits. All Porter residents have access to see the center city skyline views from the uniquely designed, fully furnished rooftop deck! Each apartment comes equipped with keyless entry systems, a breakfast bar with sleek grey countertops, modern 42-inch white shaker cabinetry, sleek matte black fixtures, high-end GE stainless appliances, floating vanities, glass-enclosed showers, black hexagon/black penny tiles floors, custom California styled built out closets, and a ton of natural lighting from the massive windows throughout. The Porter features a beautifully designed millennial lounge, a fully furnished workspace, and an elevator to make traveling between levels a breeze. All residents can enjoy the fitness center that is stocked with all of the top-of-the-line gym equipment you could ever need and limited on-site parking is also available for added convenience. *Limited garage parking is available for an additional $150/mo fee. *Pets permitted with owner approval. $250 non-refundable fee and $35/mo rent per pet required.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon:10 am - 6:30 pm
    Tue:10 am - 6:30 pm
    Wed:10 am - 6:30 pm
    Thu:10 am - 6:30 pm
    Fri:10 am - 5 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:10 am - 5 pm

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    • Lounge
    Other
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Outdoor common areas
    • Deck
    Security
    • Controlled Access
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Elevator
    • Online Maintenance Portal
    • Online Rent Payment
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    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Freezer
    • Garbage Disposal
    • Microwave Oven
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Cooling
    • Central Air Conditioning
    Heating
    • Electric
    Internet/Satellite
    • Cable TV Ready
    • High-speed Internet Ready

    Policies

    Pets
    Large dogs
    • Allowed
    Small dogs
    • Allowed
    Cats
    • Allowed
    Parking
    • Attached Garage
    • covered
    • Parking Lot
    • Underground Garage

    Neighborhood: Brewerytown

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    78 / 100
    Very Walkable
    60 / 100
    Good Transit
    88 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Philadelphia

    GreatSchools rating

    Points of Interest

    Groceries

    Distance
    Aldi0.1 mi
    Giant Food Stores1 mi
    Philadelphia Beer Company1 mi
    Klein's Supermarket0.8 mi
    Save-A-Lot2 mi
    The Porter has 5 grocery stores within a 2 mile distance.

    Shopping

    Distance
    Bookhaven0.9 mi
    Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe0.9 mi
    Fairmount Pet Shoppe1 mi
    Philadelphia Bikesmith1 mi
    Wawa1 mi
    The Porter has 5 shopping centers within a 1 mile distance.

    Parks and recreation

    Distance
    Fairmount Water Works0.6 mi
    Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse0.7 mi
    Paine Park0.8 mi
    Roberto Clemente Park1 mi
    Lemon Hill Park0.5 mi
    The Porter has 5 parks and recreation locations within a 1 mile distance.

    Fitness

    Distance
    Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse0.7 mi
    Roberto Clemente Park1 mi
    Lemon Hill Park0.5 mi
    Sister Cities Park2 mi
    Von Colln Memorial Field1 mi
    The Porter has 5 fitness centers within a 2 mile distance.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Porter?

    The Porter has a walk score of 78, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of The Porter?

    The Porter has a transit score of 60, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to The Porter?

    The schools assigned to The Porter include Morris Robert School, Franklin Benjamin High School, and Vaux HS: A Big Picture School.

    Does The Porter have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, The Porter has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is The Porter in?

    The Porter is in the Brewerytown neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA.