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Highlights
- In-unit laundry
- Private entrance
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Pet friendly
Location
253 W Hansberry St #1F, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USA|Germantown
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Amenities for 253 W Hansberry St #1F, Germantown
Apartment Amenities
| Forced Air | Hardwood Floor |
| Window Units |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Other
| Exterior Type: Masonry | Two Units in Building |
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About 253 W Hansberry St #1F
Property Status: Active Great first floor one bedroom apartment in Germantown with private entrance and in-unit laundry. Available May 1. Hardwood floors throughout. Fully loaded kitchen with dishwasher, gas range, fridge, microwave and disposal. Pet friendly with zero pet fees! Tons of natural light and great layout. Water/sewer included; tenant pays heat/gas/hot water/electricity. First, last and one month security due at lease signing. Good credit and verifiable income required. Reach out for showings and applications. Be sure to request the video tour! Office Phone: (215) 694-3634 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
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 253 W Hansberry St #1F compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- 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
Address details
| Neighborhood | Germantown |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19144 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Germantown
1-bedroom apartments at 253 W Hansberry St #1F cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Germantown
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,595 |
| July 2024 | $1,553 |
| August 2024 | $1,524 |
| September 2024 | $1,501 |
| October 2024 | $1,505 |
| November 2024 | $1,529 |
| December 2024 | $1,534 |
| January 2025 | $1,528 |
| February 2025 | $1,532 |
| March 2025 | $1,521 |
| April 2025 | $1,504 |
| May 2025 | $1,531 |
| June 2025 | $1,535 |
| July 2025 | $1,512 |
| August 2025 | $1,495 |
| September 2025 | $1,496 |
| October 2025 | $1,487 |
| November 2025 | $1,465 |
| December 2025 | $1,484 |
| January 2026 | $1,439 |
| February 2026 | $1,430 |
| March 2026 | $1,450 |
| April 2026 | $1,452 |
| May 2026 | $1,492 |
| June 2026 | $1,495 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,260 |
| July 2024 | $1,351 |
| August 2024 | $1,326 |
| September 2024 | $1,317 |
| October 2024 | $1,296 |
| November 2024 | $1,287 |
| December 2024 | $1,283 |
| January 2025 | $1,260 |
| February 2025 | $1,236 |
| March 2025 | $1,226 |
| April 2025 | $1,239 |
| May 2025 | $1,268 |
| June 2025 | $1,250 |
| July 2025 | $1,260 |
| August 2025 | $1,250 |
| September 2025 | $1,215 |
| October 2025 | $1,198 |
| November 2025 | $1,180 |
| December 2025 | $1,200 |
| January 2026 | $1,164 |
| February 2026 | $1,224 |
| March 2026 | $1,280 |
| April 2026 | $1,295 |
| May 2026 | $1,283 |
| June 2026 | $1,275 |
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Bedrooms
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Schools near 253 W Hansberry St #1F
John B. Kelly School
5116 pulaski ave
philadelphia, PA, 19144
K-5Public
C-
Academy for Early Learning
va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave
philadelphia, PA, 19144
PKPublic
Roosevelt Theodore Middle School
430 e washington ln
philadelphia, PA, 19144
K-8Public
C-
Kenderton Elementary School
1500 w ontario st
philadelphia, PA, 19140
K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - Big Germantown
3149 germantown ave
philadelphia, PA, 19133
PKPublic
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Getting around Philadelphia near 253 W Hansberry St #1F
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 253 W Hansberry St #1F, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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