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Pet Friendly
Location
1836 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA|Kingsessing
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Liberty Bell Management, LLC
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Property Overview
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1836 S 55th St, Kingsessing
Features
| Open Floor Plan | Recently Rehabbed |
| Tenant Pays All Utilities |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Microwave |
| Oven | Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Stove/Oven |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Community
| Basement | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK | Laundry Hookups in Unit |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Yard |
Other
| One Year Lease |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1836 S 55th St
Recently rehabbed 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the Kingsessing area, West Philadelphia features an open floor plan and updated stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. The property includes laundry hookups in-unit, cable-ready connections, a finished basement for added space, and a fenced yard. Street parking is available. Lease terms offer flexibility with one- or two-year options.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1836 S 55th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Kingsessing |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19143 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Kingsessing
4-bedroom apartments at 1836 S 55th St cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Kingsessing
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $2,398 |
| August 2024 | $2,298 |
| September 2024 | $2,250 |
| October 2024 | $2,237 |
| November 2024 | $2,231 |
| December 2024 | $2,200 |
| January 2025 | $2,202 |
| February 2025 | $2,250 |
| March 2025 | $2,277 |
| April 2025 | $2,284 |
| May 2025 | $2,300 |
| June 2025 | $2,350 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,400 |
| September 2025 | $2,376 |
| October 2025 | $2,271 |
| November 2025 | $2,199 |
| December 2025 | $2,183 |
| January 2026 | $2,106 |
| February 2026 | $2,200 |
| March 2026 | $2,303 |
| April 2026 | $2,400 |
| May 2026 | $2,434 |
| June 2026 | $2,500 |
| July 2026 | $2,486 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,850 |
| August 2024 | $1,973 |
| September 2024 | $1,943 |
| October 2024 | $1,925 |
| November 2024 | $2,092 |
| December 2024 | $2,248 |
| January 2025 | $2,468 |
| February 2025 | $2,448 |
| March 2025 | $2,257 |
| April 2025 | $2,437 |
| May 2025 | $2,275 |
| June 2025 | $2,524 |
| July 2025 | $2,796 |
| August 2025 | $1,906 |
| September 2025 | $1,719 |
| October 2025 | $2,397 |
| November 2025 | $1,641 |
| December 2025 | $2,137 |
| February 2026 | $2,600 |
| March 2026 | $2,422 |
| April 2026 | $1,786 |
| May 2026 | $2,125 |
| June 2026 | $1,832 |
| July 2026 | $1,995 |
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Can I afford to live at 1836 S 55th St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1836 S 55th St
Mitchell Elementary School
5500 kingsessing ave
philadelphia, PA, 19143
PK, K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 1
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 2
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Marshall Street Center
949 north marshall st
philadelphia, PA, 19123
PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 1836 S 55th St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1836 S 55th St, 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
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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