This prime University City rental offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and location. It features central A/C, Andersen windows, ceiling fans, and other thoughtful upgrades, plus a reserved parking spot right in front of the building no need to search for street parking. Just a minute from St. Joseph's University and within walking distance to UPenn, Drexel, CHOP, and Clark Park, it's ideal for students, faculty, hospital staff, and professionals. Trolley lines T4 and T5 are only two minutes away, providing easy access to Center City in just 10 minutes. The home also boasts strong walk, transit, and bike scores, making daily commutes simple and stress-free. Inside, you'll find a clean, spacious finished basement (with its own full bath and laundry area), a second full bathroom upstairs, and a private backyard great for storage, relaxing, or entertaining. Plus, the lively neighborhood offers an unbeatable community vibe, with local restaurants, cafes, and the Clark Park Farmers Market just steps away on weekends.
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Zestimate®
$356,500
1240 S Melville St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
3beds
1,560sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$356,500 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$2,184 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: September 09, 2025 at 10:46am
Source: Zillow Rentals
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: WD Hookup
- Laundry: Hookups
Features
- WD Hookup
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 272157422
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
HOA & financial
Other fees
- Deposit fee: $2,100
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