902 Sq. Ft.
$25 / Sq. Ft.
902
Sq. Ft.
$25
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Passyunk Square, offering a functional layout with hardwood floors throughout and comfortable everyday living. The spacious eat-in kitchen provides ample room for dining and entertaining, with direct access to a private rear patio, perfect for relaxing or outdoor use. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms and a recently renovated full bathroom with modern finishes and floor-to-ceiling tile. A full unfinished basement...Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Passyunk Square, offering a functional layout with hardwood floors throughout and comfortable everyday living. The spacious eat-in kitchen provides ample room for dining and entertaining, with direct access to a private rear patio, perfect for relaxing or outdoor use. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms and a recently renovated full bathroom with modern finishes and floor-to-ceiling tile. A full unfinished basement offers additional storage and laundry space. Situated on a quiet, residential block just steps from Capitolo Park, Passyunk Avenue, and some of the city’s most popular dining and shopping destinations, this home boasts a Walk Score of 98, making it an ideal opportunity for buyers or renters seeking location, comfort, and value. Photos are from a previous listing. All square footage numbers are approximate and should be verified by the tenant. It is the responsibility of the tenant to verify square footage.
  1. Listed by Daniel Evenchen • KW Empower
    P: (267)-391-9308 daniel@mccannteam.com

Property Details for 838 Sears Street

Tax ID Number
012200900
Ownership
Other
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Straight Thru
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Subdivision
PASSYUNK SQUARE
LISTING UPDATED: 04/08/2026 02:38 PM

Property Details for 838 Sears Street

StatusActive
MLS #PAPH2605366
Days on Market1
Rental Incentives-
Costs & Fees-
Available Date05/01/2026
Lease Term-
Furnished-
Property TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Other
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.01 AC / 575 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 838 Sears Street

Building/Complex838 Sears StFloor-Stories2Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy DetailsCase by Case BasisYear Built1915Lot Size0.01 AC / 575 SF

Property Information for 838 Sears Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19147 (19147)
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Land Use Code: O30
  • Zoning: RSA5
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Date Available: 05-01-2026
  • Security Deposit: $3,700
  • Minimum Lease in Months: 12
  • Maximum Lease in Months: 24
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Case by Case Basis
  • Smoking Allowed: No
  • Tenant Pays: Utilities - All
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 902.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 12.00 x 50.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 879188
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: None
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 838 Sears Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2605366

$1,850
Apr 2, 2024

Rented

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

$1,800
Apr 2, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

Apr 1, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

$1,800
Mar 4, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

$1,800
Oct 1, 2021

Rented

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,700
Oct 1, 2021

Rented

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,700
Sep 27, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,700
Sep 27, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

Sep 27, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

Aug 27, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,800
Aug 27, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,800
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2605366

$1,850
04/02/2024

Rented

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

$1,800
04/02/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

04/01/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

$1,800
03/04/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2326784

$1,800
10/01/2021

Rented

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,700
10/01/2021

Rented

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,700
09/27/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,700
09/27/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

09/27/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

08/27/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,800
08/27/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH2025358

$1,800

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

Schools near 838 Sears Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kirkbride Eliza B School
PublicPK to 8

Furness Horace High School
Public9 to 12

Academy At Palumbo
Public9 to 12

Creative And Performing Arts
Public9 to 12

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.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

838 Sears Street is available for rent in Philadelphia, PA 19147. This property was listed on April 8, 2026 by KW Empower, it's currently listed at $1,850. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last rented on April 2, 2024. This listing's school district is The School District of Philadelphia. Nearby schools include Kirkbride Eliza B School, Furness Horace High School and Academy At Palumbo. 838 Sears Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 902 sqft a property built in 1915.

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