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718 Watkins St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA|Bella Vista - Southwark
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Property Overview
Set on Watkins Street in South Philadelphia, the home combines appealing interior features with the advantages of an established urban neighborhood. Notable elements and pros include its city location, surrounding amenities, and property-specific features that support comfortable everyday living and convenient access to local destinations.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Laundry available on site
- Outdoor space
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 718 Watkins St, Bella Vista - Southwark
Features
| 2 Floors | Baseboard |
| Hardwood Floor | Window Units |
Community
| Basement | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Other
| Exterior Type: Masonry | Hot Water Heating |
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About 718 Watkins St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 48% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Bella Vista - Southwark.
Property Status: Active Welcome to 718 Watkins St, a well-maintained home in the highly desirable East Passyunk Crossing neighborhood of South Philadelphia. The first floor features a spacious and open living room filled with natural light from the large front window. The U-shaped kitchen offers maple cabinets, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar, with access to a cute private backyard that's perfect for BBQs and outdoor relaxation. Upstairs, oak hardwood floors run throughout the second floor, which includes three nicely sized bedrooms and an updated bathroom with a skylight. Two of the bedrooms are connected, offering flexible use for an office, nursery, or sitting room. The basement provides laundry and additional storage space for added convenience. Located just steps from the restaurants, cafes, shops, and entertainment along East Passyunk Avenue, this home also boasts a Walk Score of 94 and easy access to public transportation and Center City. Don't miss the opportunity to live in one of South Philadelphia's most vibrant neighborhoods. Schedule your showing today! (Pictures were taken when it's vacant) Office Phone: (215) 583-7777 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 718 Watkins St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | Bella Vista - Southwark |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 19148 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Bella Vista - Southwark
3-bedroom apartments at 718 Watkins St cost about 48% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Philadelphia.
Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Bella Vista - Southwark
Philadelphia
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,997 |
| 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 | $1,935 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,550 |
| July 2024 | $2,496 |
| August 2024 | $2,547 |
| September 2024 | $2,485 |
| October 2024 | $2,460 |
| November 2024 | $2,769 |
| December 2024 | $3,012 |
| January 2025 | $3,179 |
| February 2025 | $4,069 |
| March 2025 | $3,739 |
| April 2025 | $3,168 |
| May 2025 | $3,204 |
| June 2025 | $2,893 |
| July 2025 | $2,950 |
| August 2025 | $2,833 |
| September 2025 | $2,698 |
| October 2025 | $2,553 |
| November 2025 | $2,488 |
| December 2025 | $2,497 |
| January 2026 | $2,954 |
| February 2026 | $3,659 |
| March 2026 | $3,750 |
| April 2026 | $4,016 |
| May 2026 | $3,642 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 718 Watkins St
Southwark School
1835 s 9th st
philadelphia, PA, 19148
PK, K-8Public
C
South Philadelphia High School
2101 s broad st
philadelphia, PA, 19148
PK, 9-12Public
C
Mosaic Early Learning - KCNA Center
525 clinton st
camden, NJ, 8103
PKPublic
KIPP Cooper Norcross Academy
525 clinton st
camden, NJ, 8103
K-11Public
C
Camden Prep
1575 mt ephraim ave
camden, NJ, 8104
K-11Public
C
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Neighborhood
Bella Vista - Southwark | Philadelphia, PA
Getting around Philadelphia near 718 Watkins 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
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 718 Watkins St, Philadelphia
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional 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
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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