Townhouse for rent

3 Days Ago

508 S 12th St
508 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA

Monthly rent	$4,395
Beds	3
Baths	2.5
Sqft	1,909

Monthly rent	$4,395
Beds	3
Baths	2.5
Sqft	1,909

3 Days Ago

Location

508 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA|Washington Square West

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Contact

Megan Mahoney

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors

(844) 432-0256 ext. 5448

Property Overview

Located in Philadelphia’s lively Washington Square West area, the home is supported by 31 detailed photos that help renters quickly understand the layout, finishes, and overall condition. The visuals, combined with its central urban setting, make it appealing to those who value walkability, nearby amenities, and an easy way to preview the space before touring in person.

Things you’ll love

Middle school nearby
Elementary school nearby
High school nearby

Great for

Eco living
Work-from-home
Social life

Amenities for 508 S 12th St, Washington Square West

Features

Ceiling Fan	Central Air
Fireplace	Hardwood Floor

Appliances

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Community

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage Parking	Outdoor Space
Storage

Other

Seven Rooms

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 508 S 12th St

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Houses in Philadelphia

508 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA

Property Status: Active This home, a corner townhouse with a one-car garage, 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths is located at the corner of 12th and Rodman Streets. It is in the highly desirable McCall Catchment area of the Philadelphia School District and in a very charming neighborhood. The home is 19 feet wide, flooded with sunlight, and has over 1,900 square feet of living space that was tastefully renovated in 2011. On the first level there is a gracious foyer, coat and storage closets, garage access, a powder room, a laundry area, and a large family room (12'6' X 14'9') with sliding glass doors to a delightful terrace/garden. The second level features a large great room (18'6' X 25'2') for living and dining, a generous breakfast room for casual meals, and a well designed and equipped kitchen. The kitchen has a large window, tumbled-marble backsplash, an oversized stainless steel sink, a spacious refrigerator/freezer, a gas convection range, with a vented microwave above. Right off the kitchen is the great room with a brick-faced wood burning fireplace, and large windows on two sides with custom blinds. On the third floor are three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including the large primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a wall of closets. Beautiful hardwood floors can be found throughout the second and third floors of the home. Available August 3, 2026. 1st, last, & security deposit due at signing. Credit report. Office Phone: (610) 649-4500 Copyright © 2026 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Property highlights

How 516 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby: There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elementary school nearby: There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby: There is a high school 0.2 mile away
More space: The 3-bedroom is 190 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace: Upgraded in-unit features
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	Washington Square West
Zip code	19147
Type	House for rent

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Rent trends in Washington Square West

3-bedroom apartments at 508 S 12th St cost about 19% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.

Washington Square West

Philadelphia

A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Philadelphia
Month	Median Rent
June 2024	$1,996
July 2024	$1,950
August 2024	$1,963
September 2024	$1,924
October 2024	$1,900
November 2024	$1,897
December 2024	$1,900
January 2025	$1,900
February 2025	$1,900
March 2025	$1,920
April 2025	$1,987
May 2025	$2,000
June 2025	$2,000
July 2025	$1,993
August 2025	$1,991
September 2025	$1,934
October 2025	$1,888
November 2025	$1,850
December 2025	$1,843
January 2026	$1,845
February 2026	$1,878
March 2026	$1,891
April 2026	$1,900
May 2026	$1,938

A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Washington Square West
Month	Median Rent
June 2024	$2,937
July 2024	$2,648
August 2024	$2,537
September 2024	$2,910
October 2024	$3,286
November 2024	$3,480
December 2024	$2,800
January 2025	$2,837
February 2025	$3,062
March 2025	$2,921
April 2025	$2,922
May 2025	$2,902
June 2025	$2,893
July 2025	$2,712
August 2025	$2,598
September 2025	$2,481
October 2025	$3,450
November 2025	$2,485
December 2025	$2,495
January 2026	$2,511
February 2026	$3,148
March 2026	$3,728
April 2026	$2,837
May 2026	$2,973

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 508 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA.
			Bath
1 year ago	$4,150	3 bed	2.5 bath
1 year ago	$2,450	2 bed	1 bath
4 years ago	$3,000	2 bed	1 bath
4 years ago	$3,995	3 bed	2.5 bath

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Neighborhood

Washington Square West | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE

Lively and energetic

You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Philadelphia near 508 S 12th St

Walking

10/10

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

8/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10

Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 508 S 12th St, Philadelphia

Groceries

9/10

At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10

Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

9/10

Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10

Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10

At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10

At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10

Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10

Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Other units at this address

516 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA

516 S 12th St Philadelphia, PA

Occupied

C

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,022 sqft

$2,295

Hardwood Floor • Balcony • Dishwasher • Assigned Parking • Air Conditioning • In-Unit Laundry

Occupied

FURNISHEDA

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,008 sqft

$3,000

Hardwood Floor • Balcony • Dishwasher • Assigned Parking • Air Conditioning • Furnished

Listed by Robert Braun

Days on market: 1466

This Pet Friendly Unit is Perfect for 1, 2, 3 or 4 People! Read on: Fully furnished, spacious (1008 square feet) first-rate, modern, 2 bedroom apartment (entire 2nd floor of a 3-floor Center City condo building) with Central Air, hardwood floors, balcony, a gated rear patio for cook-outs and get-togethers, a secure bike rack adjoining the patio, and off-street parking in our gated parking lot. There is no surcharge for your cat or dog. Each bedroom can be set up with one king bed or with two twin XL beds, and thus the apartment will easily accommodate up to 4 people. The Rental Includes: washer/dryer in the apartment free WiFi Internet and Netflix three flat panel Roku TVs fully equipped, modern kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine very nicely furnished living room, dining room and bedrooms the two sofas in the living room convert into sofa-beds for your overnight guests first parking spot is free, and a second spot is available storage space/locker on first floor of building Incredible location at 12th and South—this is as safe as it gets in Center City: 2 minutes to Whole Foods, Acme, CVS, Bank of America, PNC, and Chase Banks an easy walk to Jefferson University Hospital and Pennsylvania Hospitals 15 minute commute to the University of Pennsylvania or to Temple University and you can walk to all Center City restaurants, theaters, night spots Owner lives right next door—if there's a problem, he is right there to help Owner pays for water consumption, and thus you pay no water bill Tenants pay for electric service (for the hot water, and the central air and heat) Owner provides WiFi Internet access and Netflix for free, plus all non-premium Roku channels for the 3 flat-screen Roku TVs Lease includes one assigned parking spot in our gated lot; a second parking spot is available at a modest cost It is intended that this be a 12-month or 1-year lease, open to renewals/extensions, of course Whether the last month’s rent, or a portion of it, will be due at signing, is open to negotiation PLEASE NOTE: this is a no-smoking, no vaping unit!