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Highlights

  • Open layout
  • Hardwood floors
  • Quartz countertops
  • In-unit laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Panoramic views

Location

2138 E Sergeant St, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA|Kensington
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Skale Real Estate

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(267) 277-2035

Property Overview

2138-40 E Sergeant Street holds a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.1, reflecting its suitability for renters, with notable strengths in location (9/10) and price (9/10), indicating excellent value for its amenities. Highlighted features such as an open layout, hardwood floors, and panoramic views make it a standout choice, while its trustworthiness rating of 8/10 ensures transparency for potential tenants. Additionally, proximity to a top-rated high school adds to its appeal.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 2138-40 E Sergeant Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2138-40 E Sergeant Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Unit 32 bed1.5 bath1,200 sqft$1,900 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 2138 E Sergeant St, a beautifully finished modern triplex in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Each unit features a private rooftop deck with stunning panoramic views of the Philadelphia skyline and surrounding area. Inside, enjoy natural light-filled interiors, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a spacious open layout ideal for both living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchens are equipped with quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Additional amenities include in-unit laundry, central air, and thoughtfully designed finishes throughout. Located just off the Frankford Ave corridor, you’re within walking distance of neighborhood favorites like Loco Pez, Philadelphia Brewing Co, Pizza Brain, Martha, and more. Easy access to public transit, major roadways, and an extremely walkable and bike-friendly environment make this location unbeatable. LEASING PROMOTION: REDUCED MOVE-IN FEES. Only first month + security deposit required to move in!
Unit 22 bed1.5 bath1,200 sqft$1,999 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 2138 E Sergeant St, a beautifully finished modern triplex in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Each unit features a private rooftop deck with stunning panoramic views of the Philadelphia skyline and surrounding area. Inside, enjoy natural light-filled interiors, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a spacious open layout ideal for both living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchens are equipped with quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Additional amenities include in-unit laundry, central air, and thoughtfully designed finishes throughout. Located just off the Frankford Ave corridor, you’re within walking distance of neighborhood favorites like Loco Pez, Philadelphia Brewing Co, Pizza Brain, Martha, and more. Easy access to public transit, major roadways, and an extremely walkable and bike-friendly environment make this location unbeatable. LEASING PROMOTION: REDUCED MOVE-IN FEES. Only first month + security deposit required to move in!

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About 2138-40 E Sergeant Street

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaKensington 2138-40 E Sergeant Street

Welcome to 2138 E Sergeant St, a beautifully finished modern triplex in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Each unit features a private rooftop deck with stunning panoramic views of the Philadelphia skyline and surrounding area. Inside, enjoy natural light-filled interiors, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a spacious open layout ideal for both living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchens are equipped with quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. Additional amenities include in-unit laundry, central air, and thoughtfully designed finishes throughout. Located just off the Frankford Ave corridor, you’re within walking distance of neighborhood favorites like Loco Pez, Philadelphia Brewing Co, Pizza Brain, Martha, and more. Easy access to public transit, major roadways, and an extremely walkable and bike-friendly environment make this location unbeatable. LEASING PROMOTION: REDUCED MOVE-IN FEES. Only first month + security deposit required to move in!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 2138-40 E Sergeant Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2138-40 E Sergeant Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2138-40 E Sergeant Street
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
2138-40 E Sergeant Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 2138-40 E Sergeant Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2138-40 E Sergeant Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 2138-40 E Sergeant Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 2138-40 E Sergeant Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 485 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Kensington

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2138-40 E Sergeant Street to be 5% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Kensington.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Kensington
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,185
May 2024$1,200
June 2024$1,210
July 2024$1,204
August 2024$1,195
September 2024$1,191
October 2024$1,180
November 2024$1,196
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,206
February 2025$1,208
March 2025$1,209
April 2025$1,194
May 2025$1,222
June 2025$1,225
July 2025$1,227
August 2025$1,198
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,193
November 2025$1,153
December 2025$1,149
January 2026$1,189
February 2026$1,197
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,180
A table of studio rental data trends in Kensington
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,146
May 2024$897
June 2024$1,009
July 2024$1,162
August 2024$1,301
September 2024$1,337
October 2024$1,312
November 2024$1,344
December 2024$1,328
January 2025$1,288
February 2025$1,286
March 2025$1,199
April 2025$1,087
May 2025$1,221
June 2025$1,265
July 2025$1,268
August 2025$1,213
September 2025$1,055
October 2025$1,106
November 2025$1,106
December 2025$1,054
January 2026$1,014
February 2026$1,169
March 2026$1,084
April 2026$1,088

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $77,980 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,949.
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Schools near 2138-40 E Sergeant Street

Horatio B. Hackett School

2161 e york st

philadelphia, PA, 19125

PK, K-5Public
C+

Acelero Learning - Plaza Allegheny

432 w allegheny ave

philadelphia, PA, 19133

PKPublic

Acelero Learning - Little Germantown

2514 germantown ave

philadelphia, PA, 19133

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
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Getting around Philadelphia near 2138 E Sergeant St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2138 E Sergeant 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

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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