251 S Melville Street # 2 Philadelphia, PA ^$ 950

251 S Melville Street # 2

^$ 950

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251 S Melville Street # 2

Philadelphia, PA, 19139

^$ 950

Studio Baths1.0 Sq 2,304

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Studio

Property for Rent in Philadelphia, PA

for $950 with 1 full bath. This 2,304 square foot property was built in 1915 on a lot size of 0.05.

Located on a charming tree-lined block in the heart of University City, this upgraded studio apartment at 251 S Melville St, Unit 2 offers smart design and modern convenience in one of Philadelphias most sought-after neighborhoods. The space features stainless steel appliances, an electric stovetop, and a sleek European washer, making everyday living both stylish and efficient. A built-in Murphy bed maximizes the layout, easily transforming the apartment from a cozy bedroom into an open living areaperfect for work, relaxation, or entertaining. Additional basement storage provides that extra room every city dweller appreciates. Just steps from Penn and Drexel, Clark Park, local cafs, restaurants, and major transit routes, this location offers unbeatable access to everything University City has to offer. Ideal for students, professionals, or anyone looking to enjoy vibrant city living with modern upgradesthis is urban convenience at its best.

Rental Active

Price

^$ 950

Bedrooms

Studio

Full Bath

Taxes

^$ 0

Style

Victorian

Lot Size

0.05

Year Built

1915

Town/City

Philadelphia

County/Region

Philadelphia

MLS | Web ID

PAPH2577816

Features

General

Living Area 2304

Sewer Public Sewer

Heating Baseboard - Electric

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Architectural Style Victorian

Construction Materials Brick

School District PHILADELPHIA CITY

Year Built 1915

Tenant Pays Electricity Cable TV

Levels 1

Unit Number 2

Cool Fuel Electric

Municipality PHILADELPHIA

Accessibility None

County PHILADELPHIA

New Construction N

Property Type Residential Lease

Subdivision Name UNIVERSITY CITY

Pets Allowed Y/N N

Garage Y/N N

Water Access Y/N N

Other Structures Above Grade Below Grade

Full Baths 1

Status ACTIVE

Directions GPS

City PHILADELPHIA

Senior Community Y/N N

MLS Area 19139 (19139)

Lot Size Units Square Feet

Lot Size Square Feet 2160.00

Structure Type End of Row/Townhouse

Bathrooms Full Main Level 1

Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00

Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 0.41

Vacation Rental Y/N N

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Availability Date 2026-02-01

Standard Status Active

Year Built Source Assessor

Interior

Heating Fuel Electric

Basement Unfinished

Hot Water Electric

Basement (Y/N) Y

Heating Y/N Y

Fireplace Y/N N

Above Grade Finished Area 2304

Central Air Y/N N

Total Bedrooms 0

Below Grade Finished Area 0

Room Type Living Room Kitchen Laundry

Main Level Bedrooms 0

Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet

Laundry Type Has Laundry

Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor

Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor

Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet

Total Baths 1

Exterior

Pool No Pool

Water Source Public

Type of Parking On Street

Foundation Details Stone

Water View Y/N N

Lot Dimensions 20.00 x 108.00

Lot Size Acres 0.05

Lot Size Source Assessor

Waterfront Y/N N

Navigable Water Y/N N

Water Oriented Y/N N

Internal Only

Street Number 1 251

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List By

Kw Empower

Broker

lisa@cclre.com

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^$42,223 Median Income

36 Median Age

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4835660 Elementary School

4835659 Middle School

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Pricing History

Date	Price	Price Change	Description
1/24/2026	$950		Listed Price

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251 S Melville Street # 2, Philadelphia, PA, 19139 is a Property for Rent at $950 with 2,304 sqft and a lot size of 0.05. 251 S Melville Street # 2 is a studio with 1.0 baths and was built in 1915. The property's zip code is 19139 which is in Philadelphia, PA

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