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4901 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144
$
1250
Bedrooms
2
Utilities Included
No
Bathrooms
1
Furnished
No
Available to Lease on
ASAP
Property Type
Apartment
SQFT
900
Key metrics
Rent
$
1250
Monthly Estimated Profit?
$
1839
Annual Estimated Profit?
$
22,068
Acquisition Fee
$
2500
Security Deposit
$
1250
Average Daily Rate
$
234
Occupancy
62%
Annual Revenue
$
40188
Key Features

Property Description:

Hilltop Crescent Apartments at 4901 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 offers studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments and townhomes in the heart of East Germantown. Nestled in a beautifully landscaped community with gated access, residents enjoy easy access to shopping, public transportation, and major freeways. Located 7 miles (approximately 15 minutes) from downtown Philadelphia, this pet-friendly community provides modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere.

Investment Highlights

  • Studio, 1-Bedroom, and 2-Bedroom Units Available
  • One month of free rent on select units
  • Studio, 1-Bath: Rent: $1,000
  • 1-Bedroom, 1-Bath: Rent: $1,150
  • 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath: Rent: $1,250 | Annual Revenue: $40,188+ | Monthly Profit: $1,839
  • 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath Townhome: Rent: $1,600
  • Security Deposit: 1 month’s rent
  • Electric & gas are billed separately, all other utilities included

Apartment Features

  • All-electric kitchen (select units)
  • Private balcony or patio (select units)
  • Carpeted or tile flooring options
  • Walk-in closets (select units)
  • Central air & heating (select units)
  • Extra storage space
  • Washer & dryer connections in townhomes

Community Amenities

  • Gated access
  • On-site parking & assigned parking
  • Laundry facility
  • Play area
  • Beautiful landscaping
  • Disability access
  • Easy access to freeways & public transportation
  • On-site maintenance & part-time courtesy patrol

Rental Terms & Fees

  • Lease Length: 1 Year+
  • Security Deposit: 1 month’s rent
  • Utilities: Electric & gas billed separately; all other utilities included
  • One Month Free Rent on Select Units

STR Regulations Summary:  

Status:
Not STR Friendly

View Regulations Here

As of February 10, 2025, non-owner occupied short-term rentals (STRs) in Philadelphia, PA are subject to strict regulations:

  1. License Requirements:
    • Commercial Activity License
    • Rental License with a hotel designation25
    • Zoning Permit for Visitor Accommodation use (Fee: $25 for one and two-family dwellings or $100 for other buildings, plus $174 to issue the permit)5
  2. Zoning Restrictions:
    • Non-hosted STRs can only operate in areas zoned for hotels
    • In non-hotel zoned areas, operators must request a zoning exception from the Zoning Board of Adjustment1
  3. Registration:
    • Operators must register for a Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT) account with the city4
  4. Listing Requirements:
    • Properties must have a city-issued license to be listed on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo
    • Platforms are liable for listing unlicensed properties1
  5. Taxes:
    • Operators must collect and remit Pennsylvania state hotel tax and Philadelphia city hotel tax1
  6. Enforcement:
    • As of 2023, the city has increased enforcement efforts, working with booking platforms to identify and remove unlicensed listings4

Operators should carefully follow these regulations to avoid penalties and ensure legal operation of their short-term rentals in Philadelphia.

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