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5536 Wheeler St, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA|Kingsessing
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Amenities for 5536 Wheeler St, Kingsessing
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| Dryer | Electricity |
| Fireplace | Forced Air |
| Gas | Washer |
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| In-Unit Laundry |
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| Outdoor Space |
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| Street |
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 5536 Wheeler St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 31% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Kingsessing.
Property Id: 2926006 Enter into this charming ranch-style townhome nestled on a quiet Southwest Philadelphia street where street parking is plentiful and never a hassle. The home welcomes you with an open-concept layout featuring a spacious living room highlighted by a cozy electric fireplaceperfect for relaxing or entertaining. The updated kitchen offers plenty of space for cooking and gathering, with room for a dining table to create a comfortable eat-in setup. Just off the kitchen, a door leads to a large, private, fully fenced backyard complete with a deck and garden areaideal for outdoor dining, gardening, or simply enjoying your own peaceful retreat. The main level also includes a comfortable bedroom and a full hall bathroom for convenient one-floor living. Downstairs, the fully finished basement expands the living space with two generously sized bedrooms and an additional full bathroom
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 5536 Wheeler St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
- Fireplace
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.0 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Kingsessing |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19143 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Kingsessing
3-bedroom apartments at 5536 Wheeler St cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Kingsessing
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $1,950 |
| July 2026 | $1,912 |
| August 2026 | $1,900 |
| September 2026 | $1,900 |
| October 2026 | $1,900 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,431 |
| November 2024 | $1,438 |
| December 2024 | $1,406 |
| January 2025 | $1,481 |
| February 2025 | $1,496 |
| March 2025 | $1,495 |
| April 2025 | $1,551 |
| May 2025 | $1,668 |
| June 2025 | $1,678 |
| July 2025 | $1,642 |
| August 2025 | $1,608 |
| September 2025 | $1,583 |
| October 2025 | $1,546 |
| November 2025 | $1,521 |
| December 2025 | $1,538 |
| January 2026 | $1,621 |
| February 2026 | $1,625 |
| March 2026 | $1,612 |
| April 2026 | $1,600 |
| May 2026 | $1,548 |
| June 2026 | $1,584 |
| July 2026 | $1,690 |
| August 2026 | $1,657 |
| September 2026 | $1,600 |
| October 2026 | $1,591 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Getting around Philadelphia near 5536 Wheeler St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5536 Wheeler St, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
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 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-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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