138 Rector Street

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$3,000/mo

3 beds3 baths2,199 sqft$16/sqft

138 Rector St, Philadelphia, PA 19127

Sep 15Available Date

Description

Welcome to 138 Rector Street, a beautifully renovated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in the heart of Manayunk. This unique property seamlessly blends modern updates with timeless character, offering the space, style, and functionality today's buyer’s desire. Step inside through the charming vestibule and into a spacious, sun-filled living room. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate the abundance of natural light and generously sized rooms—an uncommon find in the neighborhood. The centerpiece...Welcome to 138 Rector Street, a beautifully renovated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in the heart of Manayunk. This unique property seamlessly blends modern updates with timeless character, offering the space, style, and functionality today's buyer’s desire. Step inside through the charming vestibule and into a spacious, sun-filled living room. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate the abundance of natural light and generously sized rooms—an uncommon find in the neighborhood. The centerpiece of the home is the stunning chef’s kitchen, thoughtfully renovated with an oversized island, custom cabinetry, Bosch stainless steel appliances, a custom tile backsplash, exposed brick accents, and elegant honed granite countertops. Just beyond the kitchen, is an open-concept design allowing flexibility for any buyer’s needs. The space offers incredible opportunity and can be used for either a dining area or a comfortable living space. This entire design is anchored with a beautiful, stacked stone wall that features a gas fireplace. A convenient mudroom, powder room, and access to the rear patio complete the first floor. Outside, enjoy a beautifully designed paver patio with attractive elevated planter beds that highlight the outdoor entertaining area. The second-floor features two generously sized bedrooms, a full hall bathroom, and a dedicated laundry room. Occupying the entire third floor, the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and its own private bathroom. Additional highlights include recessed lighting throughout, high-efficiency heating and central air conditioning, and a tankless water heater. Ideally located just steps from Main Street’s popular shops and restaurants, Pretzel Park, the Manayunk Towpath, public transportation, and major highways, this exceptional home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and style.

2 days on Market

Listed by: Michelle Schoen 267.251.3975 michelleschoenhomes@gmail.com • BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

Last updated: 09/01/2026 11:49 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: PAPH2665850

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Property Information for 138 Rector Street

Property Details

Property Type: Rental
MLS Type: Residential Lease / Other
Year Built: 1900
Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,020 SF
County: Philadelphia County
Tax ID Number: 211088100
Ownership: Other
Condo Coop Association: No
HOA: No
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Style: Straight Thru
Levels/Stories: 3
Waterfront: No
Garage: No
Subdivision: MANAYUNK
Subdivision: MANAYUNK (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Cross Street: Silverwood
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Room Count: 6
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,199.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
New Construction: No
Property Condition: Excellent

Building Information

Building/Complex: 138 Rector St
Stories: 3
Pet Policy Details: No Pets
Year Built: 1900
Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 2,020 SF

Location

School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District County ID: 803408593408

County: PHILADELPHIA
MLS Area: 19127 (19127)

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Association / Community Info

Property Manager Y/N: No
Senior Community: No

Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Municipal Trash: Yes
Land Use Code: O58

Historic: No
Zoning: RSA5

Lease Information

Date Available: 09-15-2026
Months Rent Upfront: 2

Security Deposit: $3,000
Minimum Lease in Months: 12
Maximum Lease in Months: 24
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Tenant Pays: Utilities - All
Application Fee: $45
Rent Spree Online Application: No

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

Upper Level 2

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

Rooms

Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,199.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,199.00
Total SQFT: 2,199.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Stone
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8053/3303/7200/805333037200_512_384_WM_35B2W4vf3Bl4x2fx.jpg
Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
Foundation Details: Stone
Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 1
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Size Dimensions: 19.00 x 106.00

Fencing: Fully
Parcel ID: 996899

Parking

Type Of Parking: On Street

Interior Features

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplaces Count: 1

Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
Accessibility Features: None
Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Upper Floor, Washer In Unit

Exterior Features

Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 138 Rector Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 1, 2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2665850	$3,000	—
Nov 10, 2009	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008885618	$1,800	—
Oct 19, 2009	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008885618	$1,800	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/01/2026	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #PAPH2665850	$3,000
11/10/2009	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008885618	$1,800
10/19/2009	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008885618	$1,800

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 138 Rector Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Cook-Wissahickon School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	0.7 mi
1/10	Roxborough High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.8 mi
7/10	AMY Northwest	Public - Choice school	6 to 8	0.6 mi
4/10	Saul W B Agricultural School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.7 mi
2/10	Randolph Technical High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	2.4 mi
3/10	Fitler Academics Plus	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	2.8 mi
NR	Y.A.L.E. School Philadelphia	Private - Nearby school	1 to 8	0.0 mi
NR	St. John the Baptist School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.0 mi
NR	AIM Academy	Private - Nearby school	1 to 12	0.3 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Cook-Wissahickon School PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	0.7 mi
1/10	Roxborough High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.8 mi
7/10	AMY Northwest Public6 to 8 Choice school	0.6 mi
4/10	Saul W B Agricultural School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.7 mi
2/10	Randolph Technical High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	2.4 mi
3/10	Fitler Academics Plus PublicK to 8 Nearby school	2.8 mi
NR	Y.A.L.E. School Philadelphia Private1 to 8 Nearby school	0.0 mi
NR	St. John the Baptist School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.0 mi
NR	AIM Academy Private1 to 12 Nearby school	0.3 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 138 Rector Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127

138 Rector Street is available for rent in Philadelphia, PA 19127. This property was listed on September 1, 2026 by BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill, it's currently listed at $3,000. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Cook-Wissahickon School, Roxborough High School and AMY Northwest. 138 Rector Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,199 sqft a property built in 1900.

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