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Listing description

Available NOW | Leasing special! $1,845/month for an 18-month lease, or $1,895/month for a 12-month lease Welcome to 4947 Catharine St #2! This sunny, 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom unit is located on the second floor and features warm wood flooring throughout. Step inside to a spacious eat-in kitchen fully equipped with ample cabinetry, a microwave, and a dishwasher. A full bathroom directly off the hallway offers built-in shelving and a tiled shower. Enter the front bedroom through beautiful leaded-glass doors, where bay windows drench the room in sunlight. Meanwhile the large rear bedroom offers more privacy and a gorgeous built-in armoire. Free shared laundry is available onsite in the basement! This unit's inviting layout offers character, comfort, and functional living space in every corner. About the Neighborhood: Located just blocks from Clark Park in West Philly, this location does not disappoint! Close proximity to University City, Malcolm X Park, and Cedar Park. Enjoy convenient public transit for easy access throughout the city. Local favorites include Hibiscus Cafe, Doro Bet, Booker's Restaurant & Bar, Green Line Cafe, and many more! Lease Terms: Generally, 1st month, 12th month, and 1 month security deposit are due. Other terms may be required by Landlord. $50 application fee per applicant. Small dogs are conditional on owner's approval and may require an additional fee, if accepted. (Generally, $50/month/pet pet rent). Tenants are responsible for: electricity, gas, cable/internet, and a $21.50/month Risk Protection Fee. Landlord Requirements: Applicants must make 3x the monthly rent in verifiable net income, have a credit history considered (i.e., no active collections), no evictions within the past 4 years, and must have a verifiable rental history with on-time rental payments. Exceptions to this criteria may exist under the law and will be considered.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1 full
Living area
2,352 sq ft
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property & construction

Property type
Residential Lease · Twin/Semi-Detached
Architectural style
Contemporary, Traditional
Year built
1925

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.05 acres (2,200 sq ft)

Lease terms

Security deposit
$1,845
Lease term
12–36 months
Available
Sep 10, 2026
Pets
Cats Ok,dogs Ok,case By Case Basis,size/Weight Restriction
Application fee
$50

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2669468
County
Philadelphia County
School district
Philadelphia City
Days on NookLocal
1 day

Interior features

Laundry
Common, Basement, Has Laundry
Levels
1
Accessibility
None

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Foundation
Stone

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Natural Gas
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Parking

Parking
None
Total spaces
0

Community

Subdivision
CEDAR PARK

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2026Listed for sale$1,845

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

Area statistics

School district

Philadelphia City

2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.

Safety data

Philadelphia County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Philadelphia County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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Data last updated: September 12, 2026 at 2:40 AM EDT

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