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5540 Media St, Philadelphia, PA 19131, USA|Carroll Park
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Amenities for 5540 Media St, Carroll Park
Features
| Forced Air | Linoleum Vinyl |
| Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 5540 Media St
Property Id: 1079601 Charming Single-Family Home in West Philadelphia Welcome home! This cozy single-family property offers a great blend of comfort and convenience in the heart of West Philadelphia. You're just steps from local restaurants, pharmacies, ShopRite, Lowe's, and beautiful Fairmount Park — everything you need close at hand. PHA Housing Vouchers Welcome Property Highlights: - Spacious living room - Open-concept kitchen - Large primary bedroom plus two additional bedrooms - Full bathroom with tub, plus a convenient first-floor powder room - Washer/dryer hookups - Fenced back patio — perfect for relaxing outdoors Lease Terms: $1,600/month, 1-year minimum lease Tenant responsible for all utilities (gas, electric, water) Income requirement: 3x monthly rent; 2 recent paystubs required $55 non-refundable application/credit check fee per applicant (18+) First month, last month, and security deposit due at move-in Don't miss this opportunity — contact us today to schedule a viewing!
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 5540 Media St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | Carroll Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19131 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Carroll Park
3-bedroom apartments at 5540 Media St cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Carroll Park
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $1,950 |
| July 2026 | $1,925 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,550 |
| August 2024 | $1,555 |
| September 2024 | $1,573 |
| October 2024 | $1,468 |
| November 2024 | $1,391 |
| December 2024 | $1,348 |
| January 2025 | $1,373 |
| February 2025 | $1,397 |
| March 2025 | $1,415 |
| April 2025 | $1,456 |
| May 2025 | $1,472 |
| June 2025 | $1,594 |
| July 2025 | $1,597 |
| August 2025 | $1,651 |
| September 2025 | $1,807 |
| October 2025 | $1,732 |
| November 2025 | $1,616 |
| December 2025 | $1,523 |
| January 2026 | $1,546 |
| February 2026 | $1,575 |
| March 2026 | $1,574 |
| April 2026 | $1,554 |
| May 2026 | $1,570 |
| June 2026 | $1,560 |
| July 2026 | $1,547 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$64,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $1,500 |
Schools near 5540 Media St
Acelero Learning - St. Elizabeth's Center 2
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 1
1801 north 23rd st
philadelphia, PA, 19121
PKPublic
Academy for Early Learning
va bldg 5000 wissahickon ave
philadelphia, PA, 19144
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Jefferson Center
900 w jefferson st
philadelphia, PA, 19122
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Carroll Park | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 5540 Media St
Walking
9/10
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
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 5540 Media St, Philadelphia
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 5540 Media St
Lansdowne Grocery Store
5549 Lansdowne Ave
Valerios Food Market
5455 Lansdowne Ave
55 Deli Market Inc
1301 N 55th St
59 & Master Food Market LLC
5845 Master St
Cousin's Fresh Market
5429 W Girard Ave
Maha Boutique
1436 N Peach St
Family Dollar Dollar Tree
5610 Lancaster Ave
Christian Dior Inc
5822 Haverford Ave
$5-$10-$20 Boutique
1575 N 52nd St
Ashley Stewart
1575 N 52nd St
Dunkin'
1501 N 52nd St
Dunkin'
416 N 63rd St
Fresh N Fancy
5601 Market St
Dunkin'
5506 Chestnut St
America's Kids
26 S 52nd St
Ibis Lounge Incorporated
5409 W Jefferson St
Ibis Lounge
5420 Lancaster Ave
Pony Trail Lounge
1228 N 52nd St
TS2 Bar & Lounge
6057 Haverford Ave
White LLC
4860 Lancaster Ave
Ray Food Market Inc
5401 W Girard Ave
5621 Produce & Seafood Inc
5621 Lancaster Ave
Waite Brothers
6138 Lansdowne Ave
Robins Desserts & Bakery
1765 N 61st St
Motherland Produce
6301 Haverford Ave
Playground
Charles A. Baker Playground
Park
Wanamaker Street Playground
Conestoga Community Playground
Lucky Garden
5528 Lansdowne Ave
Kongbo Wang
5700 Media St
Nitecap Cafe
5600 Hunter St
Super House Restaurant Inc
5344 Master St
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5601 W Girard Ave
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