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531 S 55th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA|Cobbs Creek
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- More space
- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 531 S 55th St, Cobbs Creek
Features
| 2 Floors | Central Air |
| Hardwood Floor |
Community
| Basement |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Architecture Style: Colonial | Exterior Type: Masonry |
| Hot Water Heating |
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About 531 S 55th St
Property Status: Active Lease-purchase option available - rent to own. Fully renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath Cobbs Creek home with about 2,412 finished sq ft. The open main level has new hardwood floors, exposed brick and recessed lighting. The kitchen has an oversized island, stainless appliances, a built-in wall oven and plenty of cabinet space, with a glass door out to a large, fully fenced patio yard. Upstairs are three bedrooms and two full baths, including a primary bath with a freestanding soaking tub and a glass-enclosed shower. The finished walkout lower level adds a fourth bedroom, a full bath and its own rear entrance. All-new electric (200 amp), plumbing and central air. Short walk to Cobbs Creek Park; close to University City, Penn, the hospitals, Baltimore Avenue and SEPTA. For tenants who want to buy, the seller is offering creative financing and seller concessions, and has information on buyer grants available for the purchase - inquire about grant eligibility. Also offered for sale. Owner is a licensed PA real estate broker. Note: Some listing photos are virtually staged or AI-generated renderings, including renderings of a proposed optional basement entrance; they are for illustration only and do not show current conditions. Inquire with seller regarding this optional secondary basement access. Office Phone: (267) 607-3551 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 531 S 55th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 843 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 4-bedrooms are $1150 more than the median rent in this area
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cobbs Creek |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19143 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Cobbs Creek
4-bedroom apartments at 531 S 55th St cost about 69% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Cobbs Creek
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| 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 | $2,468 |
| August 2026 | $2,400 |
| September 2026 | $2,387 |
| October 2026 | $2,300 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,675 |
| November 2024 | $1,707 |
| December 2024 | $1,700 |
| January 2025 | $1,543 |
| February 2025 | $1,700 |
| March 2025 | $1,846 |
| April 2025 | $1,918 |
| May 2025 | $1,820 |
| June 2025 | $1,762 |
| July 2025 | $1,650 |
| August 2025 | $1,778 |
| September 2025 | $2,020 |
| October 2025 | $2,014 |
| November 2025 | $2,137 |
| December 2025 | $1,975 |
| January 2026 | $1,792 |
| February 2026 | $1,657 |
| March 2026 | $1,897 |
| April 2026 | $2,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,185 |
| June 2026 | $2,193 |
| July 2026 | $2,200 |
| August 2026 | $2,160 |
| September 2026 | $2,056 |
| October 2026 | $1,895 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 531 S 55th St
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 - St. Elizabeth's Center 2
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Marshall Street Center
949 north marshall st
philadelphia, PA, 19123
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Cobbs Creek | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 531 S 55th 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.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 531 S 55th St, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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