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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ceiling fans
  • Washer/dryer
  • Gas cooking

Location

38 S 3rd St, Phila, PA 19106, USA|Center City East
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Property Overview

38 S. 3rd Street offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with a high expert rating, excellent price-to-feature balance, and a standout location. It also includes desirable features like a dishwasher, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer/dryer, and gas cooking, while fitting well for fitness and wellness, work from home, pet-related needs, and an active social lifestyle.

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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath767 sqft
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,200 sqftGreat 2 Bedroom Apt. w/ 2 Bathrooms Very Large Living Area w/ Hardwood Floors Thru Out, Chef's Kitchen w/ Stainless Steel Appliances includes Dishwasher, Microwave, Garbage Disposal, Beautiful Hardwood Cabinets and Gas Cooking. There is Central Air and A Washer/ Dryer in the Unit. There Are Also Ceiling Fans. Must Be Seen to be Appreciated! Walk Out Your Door and You Will Find Great Restaurants and Wonderful Coffee Shops. As You Explore The Original Cobblestone Streets there are Wonderful Art Galleries, Great Furniture Store Stores, Antique Stores and So Much More!*** Photos are of similar floor plan. All features will not be identical. No onsite parking. Street Parking Only. Date Available: *** SEPTEMBER (9-10-26) Move-In Costs: First Month, Two Month Security Deposit (One Month is Applied to Last Month of Lease) Tenant Pays: Hot Water, Gas, Electric, Internet Pet Fees:$25 Monthly Fee *Per Cat (2Max) Listing Agent: Dakota Contact: **** PLMG 215-545-7007 ***All square footage is an estimate. PLMG is not responsible for any discrepancies regarding estimated square footage that is provided by public sources, assessors, agents, advertisements or any other source.***

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Amenities for 38 S. 3rd Street

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Central AirCentral Heat
DryerGranite Countertops
High CeilingsJuliette Balcony
Large WindowsNatural Light

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryOven
RangeRefrigerator/Freezer
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Other

Cold Water
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units5

About 38 S. 3rd Street

HomeApartments in PhiladelphiaCenter City East 38 S. 3rd Street

Great 2 Bedroom Apt. w/ 2 Bathrooms Very Large Living Area w/ Hardwood Floors Thru Out, Chef's Kitchen w/ Stainless Steel Appliances includes Dishwasher, Microwave, Garbage Disposal, Beautiful Hardwood Cabinets and Gas Cooking. There is Central Air and A Washer/ Dryer in the Unit. There Are Also Ceiling Fans. Must Be Seen to be Appreciated! Walk Out Your Door and You Will Find Great Restaurants and Wonderful Coffee Shops. As You Explore The Original Cobblestone Streets there are Wonderful Art Galleries, Great Furniture Store Stores, Antique Stores and So Much More!*** Photos are of similar floor plan. All features will not be identical. No onsite parking. Street Parking Only. Date Available: *** SEPTEMBER (9-10-26) Move-In Costs: First Month, Two Month Security Deposit (One Month is Applied to Last Month of Lease) Tenant Pays: Hot Water, Gas, Electric, Internet Pet Fees:$25 Monthly Fee *Per Cat (2Max) Listing Agent: Dakota Contact: **** PLMG 215-545-7007 ***All square footage is an estimate. PLMG is not responsible for any discrepancies regarding estimated square footage that is provided by public sources, assessors, agents, advertisements or any other source.***


38 S. 3rd Street is great for:

Social life

  • 1006 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 205 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 128 parks and recreation options

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 18 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 10 internet service provider options nearby

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 8 pet grooming services nearby
  • 10 pet hospitals in the area
  • 21 pet supply stores near the property

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 38 S. 3rd Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Center City East

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Center City East
Philadelphia
A table of studio rental data trends in Philadelphia
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,197
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$1,176
May 2026$1,195
June 2026$1,196
July 2026$1,198
August 2026$1,225
September 2026$1,221
October 2026$1,198
A table of studio rental data trends in Center City East
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,252
December 2024$1,203
January 2025$1,302
February 2025$1,454
March 2025$1,431
April 2025$1,195
May 2025$1,191
June 2025$1,218
July 2025$1,427
August 2025$1,452
September 2025$1,500
October 2025$1,420
November 2025$1,497
December 2025$1,265
January 2026$1,261
February 2026$1,299
March 2026$1,278
April 2026$1,304
May 2026$1,495
June 2026$1,500
July 2026$1,428
August 2026$1,355
September 2026$1,351
October 2026$1,357

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Neighborhood

Center City East | Philadelphia, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Phila near 38 S 3rd St

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 38 S 3rd St, Phila

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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