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Amenities for 1020 S 53rd St #1, Kingsessing
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Central Air |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Basement | Fitness Center |
Other
| Exterior Type: Masonry |
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About 1020 S 53rd St #1
Property Status: Active *Available 11/1!* A fantastic 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom apartment in a new construction building with quick access via trolley or bus routes to University City! The first floor includes a spacious open floor plan living room and kitchen with quartz counter tops and breakfast bar, black cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Towards the rear of the apartment is the hall bathroom with a shower/tub and vanity that matches the kitchen. The bedroom includes a large closet and access to the back patio. Downstairs in the finished basement is the washer/dryer, additional communal space for a TV room or home gym, and the second bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and additional access to the back patio. You will also enjoy hardwood floors, central air and recessed lighting! Lease Terms: Generally, 1st month, and 1 month security deposit due at, or prior to, lease signing. Other terms may be required by Landlord such as last month's rent upfront. $50 application fee per applicant. electricity, gas (if applicable), cable/internet and $10/mo technology fee. Water is a flat monthly fee of $75. $25 service fee plus cost of the air filter will be charged quarterly for routine air filter replacement. Landlord Requirements: Applicants to make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable gross income, credit history to be considered, no evictions within the past 5 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered. Cosigners will be considered. *Pets permitted - Cat or Dog, subject to owner approval. $500 nonrefundable deposit required. Office Phone: (215) 735-7368 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
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- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
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Address details
| Neighborhood | Kingsessing |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19143 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Kingsessing
2-bedroom apartments at 1020 S 53rd St #1 cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Kingsessing
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,750 |
| October 2024 | $1,750 |
| November 2024 | $1,750 |
| December 2024 | $1,751 |
| January 2025 | $1,763 |
| February 2025 | $1,790 |
| March 2025 | $1,773 |
| April 2025 | $1,782 |
| May 2025 | $1,800 |
| June 2025 | $1,802 |
| July 2025 | $1,810 |
| August 2025 | $1,796 |
| September 2025 | $1,783 |
| October 2025 | $1,747 |
| November 2025 | $1,714 |
| December 2025 | $1,700 |
| January 2026 | $1,698 |
| February 2026 | $1,700 |
| March 2026 | $1,727 |
| April 2026 | $1,750 |
| May 2026 | $1,751 |
| June 2026 | $1,748 |
| July 2026 | $1,716 |
| August 2026 | $1,702 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,356 |
| October 2024 | $1,335 |
| November 2024 | $1,412 |
| December 2024 | $1,400 |
| January 2025 | $1,426 |
| February 2025 | $1,445 |
| March 2025 | $1,389 |
| April 2025 | $1,359 |
| May 2025 | $1,355 |
| June 2025 | $1,384 |
| July 2025 | $1,485 |
| August 2025 | $1,414 |
| September 2025 | $1,381 |
| October 2025 | $1,430 |
| November 2025 | $1,391 |
| December 2025 | $1,484 |
| January 2026 | $1,462 |
| February 2026 | $1,399 |
| March 2026 | $1,405 |
| April 2026 | $1,456 |
| May 2026 | $1,563 |
| June 2026 | $1,650 |
| July 2026 | $1,644 |
| August 2026 | $1,661 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 months ago | $1,433 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,373 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,373 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,094 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1020 S 53rd St #1
Avery D. Harrington School
5300-34 baltimore ave
philadelphia, PA, 19143
K-8Public
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1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 3
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
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Getting around Philadelphia near 1020 S 53rd St #1
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1020 S 53rd St #1, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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