68 W Johnson St

Philadelphia, PA 19144 West Mount Airy

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,900

  • Bedrooms

    5 bd

  • Bathrooms

    3 ba

  • Square Feet

    3,407 sq ft

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About This Property

Beautifully maintained 5 bedroom/3 bathroom Twin-Home in Historical West Germantown! House sits on a large lot featuring front yard, back yard with a garage and a spacious driveway that comfortably fits 5-car parking. Upon ascending the front staircase, you are welcomed onto the large front porch, a peaceful spot to relax. Enter into a foyer and a spacious first floor featuring living room, a separate dining room with an authentic pocket door, tall ceilings, beautifully restored original hardwood flooring, built in corner cupboard, a mantle with tiles featuring Germantown scenes from late 1800's, deep window casings, and many other original architectural features. There is a comfortable eat-in kitchen with ceramic flooring, quartz counters and newer appliances; a full bathroom with a glass enclosed shower is on this level as well as an entrance to the large back yard, which is a great space to entertain and unwind. The second floor features three generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated bathroom with a clawfoot tub. All bedrooms have ample closet/storage space. The third floor has an oversize primary bedroom with a sitting room and a walk-in closet. You will also find an additional bedroom and a recently remodeled bathroom with a skylight, a glass enclosed shower and a Jacuzzi tub. The finished cozy basement is perfect for a family room, gym, or an office, and provides limitless possibilities. The laundry room with full size washer/dryer, utility sink and a second egress to the backyard adds to the convenience. Some of the upgrades include: new HVAC and high efficiency heater (2021), new bathrooms (2020), appliances (2021/2022), electric upgrade (2020), roof- house and garage (2017), porch (2024). See complete list of upgrades in listing attachments. Sale includes security system. Situated in West Germantown near historical landmarks, many parks including Wissahickon Park with over 1800 acres of hiking and biking trails, waterways, picnic and sporting areas, ideally located near coffee shops, Weaver Way Coop locations and dining. Walk down tree lined streets for local ice cream, hard cider, or farm to table fare. Nearby neighborhoods like W Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, Roxborough/Manayunk and East Falls provide easy access to even more restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Commuting is a breeze with the home's close proximity to Lincoln Drive, providing a quick ride to major highways and just a brisk walk to many nearby public transportation options.

68 W Johnson St is a house located in Philadelphia County and the 19144 ZIP Code. This area is served by the The School District of Philadelphia attendance zone.

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Renting vs. Buying

  • Housing Cost Per Month: $2,900
    • Rent for 30 Years
      Renting doesn't build equity Future Equity
      Renting isn't tax deductible Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction
      $0 Net Return
    • Buy Over 30 Years
      $1.14M - $2.03M Future Equity
      $511K Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction
      $99K - $990K Gain Net Return
$1,935 / month $300,000 Listing Price
5 Beds 3 Baths 2,687 Sq Ft
$1,457 / month $220,000 Listing Price
6 Beds 3 Baths 1,944 Sq Ft
$1,319 / month $200,000 Listing Price
6 Beds 3 Baths 2,189 Sq Ft

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House Features

  • Fireplace
  • Basement

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Location
Property Address: 68 W Johnson St, Philadelphia,
PA 19144
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Amenities
  • Fireplace
  • Basement
Neighborhood

Known as one of the best big-city neighborhoods, West Mount Airy is located ten miles northwest of Center City, Philadelphia. A quick drive will get you from your charming home in West Mount Airy to Philadelphia’s vivacious downtown.

With cozy coffee shops, delicious local eateries, lively bars, and great shops, West Mount Airy is an amenity-filled neighborhood. Affordable condos and luxury apartments line the streets of this lively small town. With walkable streets, public transit, and proximity to some of Philadelphia’s best public, charter, and private schools, West Mount Airy is a coveted place to live.

This Philly suburb offers charming neighborhoods, peaceful streets, and access to beautiful forests. Explore Pennsylvania’s natural landscapes on West Mount Airy’s hiking trails through the forest along Wissahickson Creek, or stop in one of downtown’s delightful local bars, bakeries, or book stores.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
68 W Johnson St is within 6 minutes or 2.2 miles from La Salle University. It is also near Drexel Univ., Queen Lane and Philadelphia University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
301 Students
Attendance Zone
5
Out of 10
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
319 Students
Nearby
4
Out of 10
Public High School
Grades 9-12
710 Students
Attendance Zone
2
Out of 10
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-7
75 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
1,110 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Philadelphia include Wyoming, located 3.0 miles from 68 W Johnson St. 68 W Johnson St is near Philadelphia International, located 18.0 miles or 32 minutes away, and Trenton Mercer, located 31.2 miles or 53 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.1 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 21 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Philadelphia International
Drive: 32 min 18.0 mi
Trenton Mercer
Drive: 53 min 31.2 mi
Very Walkable
79
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
60
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
55
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 68 W Johnson St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
68 W Johnson St has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Awbury Arboretum
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Wissahickon Environmental Center
Drive: 13 min 4.3 mi
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
Drive: 14 min 5.3 mi
The Morris Arboretum
Drive: 14 min 5.6 mi
Rolling Hill Park
Drive: 19 min 6.5 mi
68 W Johnson St has 5 parks within 6.5 miles, including Awbury Arboretum, The Morris Arboretum, and Wissahickon Environmental Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Drive: 10 min 3.0 mi
68 W Johnson St has 3 hospitals within 3.0 miles, the nearest is Roxborough Memorial Hospital which is 2.1 miles away and a 6 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 25 min 14.8 mi
68 W Johnson St is 14.8 miles and a 25 minutes from Philadelphia Naval Busi Center.

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