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Listing description

Welcome to 1833 Fontain Street, a beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home featuring a finished basement and a private fenced rear yard, ideally situated just a few blocks from Temple University. This spacious, move-in-ready rental offers a bright and inviting living area, an updated kitchen and two full bathrooms, generously sized bedrooms, fresh paint throughout, upgraded flooring, stylish lighting fixtures, updated electrical and plumbing, a new hot water heater, and a newer HVAC system with central air for year-round comfort. Additional features include a washer and dryer, ceiling fans, ample storage, and a finished basement that provides flexible space for a recreation room, home office, gym, or additional living area. The home is also adjacent to a large vacant lot, creating an open feel and added outdoor space around the property, while the private fenced rear yard is perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying outdoor activities. Conveniently located near Temple University, public transportation, shopping, restaurants, parks, and major commuter routes, this well-maintained home offers the ideal combination of modern updates, generous living space, and an unbeatable location, making it an exceptional rental opportunity for students, faculty, medical professionals, or anyone seeking convenient city living.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Main level1 bedroom · 1 full bath
  2. Upper level3 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 full
Living area
1,630 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential Lease · End of Row/Townhouse
Architectural style
Contemporary
Year built
1925

Lot & parking

Lot size
0.03 acres (1,140 sq ft)

Lease terms

Security deposit
$1,750
Lease term
12–24 months
Available
Aug 15, 2026
Pets
No Pet Restrictions
Application fee
$48
Monthly pet rent
$25/mo
Tenant pays
Electricity, Gas, Water

Listing details

MLS #
PAPH2651408
County
Philadelphia County
School district
The School District Of Philadelphia
Days on NookLocal
4 days

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
Interior features
Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Soaking Tub
Basement
Connecting Stairway, Partially Finished
Laundry
Basement
Levels
2
Accessibility
None
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector, Security Gate

Exterior & construction

Construction
Masonry
Foundation
Slab
Exterior features
Exterior Lighting
Patio & porch
Patio(s)
Fencing
Barbed Wire, Fully, Wrought Iron

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Electric
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Electric
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Sewer Available, Cable TV Available, Phone Available

Parking

Parking
On Street

Community

Subdivision
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY

Lot & zoning

Lot features
Rear Yard
Cross street
18th Street

Included in the sale

Inclusions
Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 23, 2026Price increased$1,750
Jul 23, 2026Listed for sale$1,675

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

The School District Of Philadelphia

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: July 27, 2026 at 2:36 PM EDT

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