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Apartment for rent
  • $2,195/mo

    38 E Penn St FLOOR 2, Philadelphia, PA 19144

    2beds
    1,500sqft
    Price is base rent and doesn't include required fees.
    Apartment
    Available Sun Jun 1 2025
    Cats, dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    Off street parking
    Forced air

    What's special

    Historic mansionTons of original characterModern amenitiesHeritage treesHistoric fabricLaundry in the unitCentral air and heat
    Located in Historic Germantown, this two bedroom apartment with two full bathrooms is the second floor unit of "Ashlawn Cottage," an historic mansion on one of the most sought-after blocks in Germantown. The house is set on a half acre lot with heritage trees and ample grounds. Ashlawn was built in 1851 by a Quaker woman and retains much of its original charm and architectural detail. This massive apartment features tons of original character and historic fabric with all of the modern amenities one would hope for in a unit of the size. The 1500 square foot apartment features central air and heat and laundry in the unit. This amazing historic space features wood floors from 1851, as well as crown molding, original doors and trim, and ceiling medallions in each room. Enjoy the ease of free, off-street parking, a spacious shared yard, and a dedicated storage area at no additional cost. $40 application fee per person over the age of 18 that will be residing in the apartment. Entire property is non-smoking. Pets allowed, ask for details. Renters insurance required. Parking and storage space included for free. Resident is responsible for all utilities including a $60/monthly water fee.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Storage
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Bicycle storage, HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE, Heating system: Forced Air, Lawn, Utilities fee required, Water not included in rent

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/19/2025Listed for rent$2,195-12.2%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    5/15/2025Listing removed$2,500$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    5/8/2025Listed for rent$2,500$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: Wister