
1218 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
1218 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Unit
- $1,795 / month
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Jan 19
Map of 1218 S 8th St
Nearby Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Drive: 6 min (1.4 mi)
Drive: 7 min (2.3 mi)
Drive: 7 min (2.6 mi)
Drive: 7 min (2.6 mi)
Details
Property Information
- 1 unit
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
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Moving to Bella Vista-Southwark, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1218 S 8th St proximity to New World Plaza, Washington Avenue, and Dung Phat Plaza. New World Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Washington Avenue is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 74, 1218 S 8th St has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.1 miles. Transit options include Ellsworth-Federal and Tasker-Morris.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1218 S 8th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2 miles, including Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, and Great Egg Harbor River.
Airports
Living in Bella Vista-Southwark provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 20 minutes from 1218 S 8th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 34.6 miles away.
Property Details
Available now! Welcome to Unit 6, a bi-level, loft w/ two-bedrooms, two bathrooms featuring an island kitchen with breakfast bar, Galaxy White granite counter tops, stainless steel GE energy efficient appliances, glass backsplash, sink, and... dishwasher. This unit features 15' ceilings in the main living area setting it apart from anything else on the market! A bedroom, full bath, and laundry complete the first level. Upstairs you will find a landing over-looking the lower level, the second bedroom and full bath. The unit also features tons of natural light and energy efficient washer and dryer. The unit is located in Reliance Hall" at 1218-20 S 8th Street. A former theatre known as the "Marconi Theatre" from 1914-1916, later a piano factory in the 1920's, a club known as "Reliance Hall" in the 1930's to the current ownership family's sewing factory in the 1970's and now with painstaking effort restored to the finest residence's available for the dollars per s.f. This apartment is located in the hottest neighborhood in South Philadelphia. Passyunk Square boasts critically acclaimed restaurants including Palizzi Social Club, South Philly Barbacoa, El Chingon, Fiorella, Alice, Triangle Tavern and local favorites Pats and Geno’s. Septa operates on the subject block and S. 9th St for easy access to Center City and Pennsylvania and Jefferson hospitals. The cultural experience of the 9th Street Curb Market, Acme Market, CVS, Capitolo Playground and Washington Ave which intersects with I-95 and the bridges to New Jersey are within two blocks. Building amenities include indoor bicycle storage, secure entrance with video system. The tenant is responsible for all utilities including water and cable. Pets are permitted on a case-by-case basis. Water is a flat fee per month $70."
Available now! Welcome to Unit 6, a bi-level, loft w/ two-bedrooms, two bathrooms featuring an island kitchen with breakfast bar, Galaxy White granite counter tops, stainless steel GE energy efficient appliances, glass backsplash, sink, and dishwasher. This unit features 15' ceilings in the main living area setting it apart from anything else on the market! A bedroom, full bath, and laundry complete the first level. Upstairs you will find a landing over-looking the lower level, the second bedroom and full bath. The unit also features tons of natural light and energy efficient washer and dryer. The unit is located in Reliance Hall" at 1218-20 S 8th Street. A former theatre known as the "Marconi Theatre" from 1914-1916, later a piano factory in the 1920's, a club known as "Reliance Hall" in the 1930's to the current ownership family's sewing factory in the 1970's and now with painstaking effort restored to the finest residence's available for the dollars per s.f. This apartment is located in the hottest neighborhood in South Philadelphia. Passyunk Square boasts critically acclaimed restaurants including Palizzi Social Club, South Philly Barbacoa, El Chingon, Fiorella, Alice, Triangle Tavern and local favorites Pats and Geno’s. Septa operates on the subject block and S. 9th St for easy access to Center City and Pennsylvania and Jefferson hospitals. The cultural experience of the 9th Street Curb Market, Acme Market, CVS, Capitolo Playground and Washington Ave which intersects with I-95 and the bridges to New Jersey are within two blocks. Building amenities include indoor bicycle storage, secure entrance with video system. The tenant is responsible for all utilities including water and cable. Pets are permitted on a case-by-case basis. Water is a flat fee per month $70."
1218 S 8th St is located in Philadelphia, PA in the 19147 zip code.
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