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Bright, Spacious 2BR Bi-Level Apt
Bright, Spacious 2BR Bi-Level Apartment | Available 8/1/2026
Available August 1, 2026
Furnished | 2 Bedrooms | Bi-Level | Private Patio | Dedicated Parking
This elegant, furnished bi-level two-bedroom apartment is located in the heart of downtown Swarthmore, just steps from campus and town amenities.
? Proven student rental history:
The apartment has a long history of being rented by Swarthmore College students and is especially well suited to student living, based on its location, layout, and setting.
Location
• Located on Park Avenue in the center of town
• Approximately ½ block from the SEPTA Regional Rail station
• Easy walk to campus, library, cafés, shops, and farmers’ market
• Central yet comfortable, with excellent light and privacy
Apartment Highlights
• Large, open-concept living and dining area with beautiful hardwood floors
• Bright, sun-filled space suitable for studying, hosting friends, or relaxing
• Recently renovated and exceptionally well maintained
• Distinct bi-level layout with living space on the main level and bedrooms upstairs
• Quality lighting fixtures throughout
• Approx. 1,200 sq ft — feels more like a townhouse than an apartment
Two Private Entrances & Outdoor Space
• Front entrance at street level on Park Avenue
• Rear entrance via stairs to a private outdoor patio
The patio is a great spot to enjoy summer evenings — including July 4th fireworks.
During the years the apartment was owner-occupied and rented to students, the unit, patio, and downtown Swarthmore have been very comfortable in the summer, with no noticeable mosquito issues.
Additional Perks
• One dedicated off-street parking space
• Furnished (most major pieces provided)
• Quiet, well-maintained building
• The property was owner-occupied for many years before being fully rented and reflects the level of care typical of an owner-occupied home
Well Suited For
• Students or others seeking walk-to-campus convenience
• Renters who value space, light, and a central location
• Those looking for a comfortable home base during the academic year
Equal Housing Opportunity.
We comply with all applicable fair housing laws and consider all qualified applicants.
Posted on: February 3, 2026
Posted in: Housing
Au pair / babysitting job
We are moving to Media for 1 year to complete fellowships at Penn. We are looking to find an au pair who can help us babysit our 3 children for the summer & 2026/2027 school year (age 3, 11, 14). The job is flexible, but ideally we are looking for someone to help babysit the 3 year old during July and August until school starts. Once school starts we need someone to help watch kids after school for a few hours and babysit on occasional weekend evenings. Ideally the person would have a car and be able to help fetch from school if needed and supervise homework or play with the toddler. We’d like to develop a long term relationship with a single person for the year who can help regularly, particularly in weekday afternoons, and get to know the kids. Please email if you are interested to discuss further.
Philly Auto Show (2) tickets
2026 Philadelphia Auto Show at the PA Convention Center.
Tickets are good for any day through Sunday 2/8.
These are print out tickets and will meet around campus to exchange.
$30 for both tickets..adult tickets are $21.50 each at box office.
Trinity Thrift Shop Open Feb 6th
The cold and snow have not stopped our gracious donors from dropping off new items or the volunteers from putting in many hours to keep the Trinity Thrift Shop looking its best! So, please, join us at our next sale on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH FROM 8:30AM TO 1PM!!!
Don’t miss our Treasures room or Designer Corner and did you know that we have dog coats and other pet accessories??? What about our Linens’ area “fill a bag with notions”? Great place to get thread, trim, lace, and the like!
The Thrift Shop is located at 301 N Chester Rd, Swarthmore (entrance off the circle drive on College Ave).
Follow us on Instagram @Trinity.Thrift.Shop for more updates. We’re thrilled to see our IG and email being shared. Keep up the good work!!
See you in a few days. 🙂
The Trinity Thrift Shop Volunteer Team
Complete Kustom PA System
Lightly used PA System – For the past 15 years, this system was used once a year for an Annual Summer outdoor event (which we will not be hosting anymore). Never used in rainy conditions. Included, are the following items… One amplifier head, four speakers (see pics for specs on these components), four speaker stands (2 Pyle & 2 Samson brands), two microphones with cases and mic holders (1 Roland DR-20 and 1 Behringer XM8500), two mic cables, one mic stand, five speaker cables (20 & 25 ft), three extension cables (1- 25 ft and 2- most likely 100 ft), and six microphone wind screens. Everything is in used, like new condition. I can demonstrate good working order, it’s all set up and ready to see & hear! Pickup only, and cash only. Asking $550 or best offer. Message me with any questions you may have. Serious inquiries only.
Free Craft Supplies Fair in Claymont Delaware
Heads up! The first Free Craft Supplies Fair of 2026 is this Saturday, January 31st at the Claymont Public Library in the conference room just right of the front doors. The fair will be from 10:30am-2:00pm. I is free to anyone. We will have craft supplies of all sorts. You do not need to donate anything to come take stuff. We always have more than we can give away! Bring your friends and bring a bag!
Sun-filled home in West Philadelphia 2026/27
Available June 2026-July 2027
Sun-filled 4 bedroom home in Cedar Park, West Philadelphia.
South-facing, end of the block. Plenty of windows throughout. Fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer on site. Ample storage and shelves. AC and heating. House has solar panels (free electricity, including AC in summer!). Modern, custom cabinetry all throughout. High ceilings. Tastefully decorated. Front porch and backyard with outside furniture. Native pollinator gardens (front and back), lush from March to November. Eight fruit trees on site, including apple trees, fig trees, and a two-story high fruiting persimmon!
This house is a writer’s paradise. Sunny and bright all winter. Cool and roomy for the summer. Walking distance to Baltimore avenue business strip, including farmers market, cheese shop, artists studios, restaurants, parks, YMCA.
Currently only three rooms have beds, but this can be rearranged as needed. Large office in second floor can fit a queen bed if needed. Large, finished basement for storage.
House is toddler-proofed. Pets on a case to case basis.
https://www.sabbaticalhomes.com/rental/179310
Posted on: January 30, 2026
Posted in: Housing
Recent alum looking for housesitting opportunity
Hello! I am a recent alum of the College (class of 2025) and am planning to be in town for a visit in late Feb/early March (still unsure of exact timeframe; tickets have not been booked). I wanted to put out feelers to see if anybody in the community is in need of housesitting or petsitting at that time. I would be more than happy to provide services for FREE in exchange for having a place to stay. I can send house/petsitting references if need be and am happy to jump on a phone or zoom call if you’d like to get acquainted more. Thank you for your consideration!
Penguin Cookie Jar $25
12 inch tall, 8 inch wide cookie jar.
Head/lid has a plastic rim, so it seals to the body/cookie jar.
Men’s Wolverine Boots 10M $60
New in box, never worn. Wolverine waterproof work boots, size 10M,
6 inch high, soft toe, full grain leather upper, slip resistant sole
pictures and add’l information found: https://www.wolverine.com/US/en/floorhand-waterproof-6-inch-work-boot/28274M.html
For Sale: Queen Bed Frame
Queen bed frame from Wayfair. It’s metal and the color is “antique white.” It’s made to look old. We also have the split queen box spring to go with it. It was in a guest room and still looks great. $100 or best offer. It is disassembled, but we don’t have a vehicle big enough to transport it, so you would need to be able to transport it yourself. We live about a mile from campus. If interested, please send me an email. Here is the link on Wayfair https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/three-posts-ackerman-low-profile-standard-bed-w003432246.html?piid=1177316942%2C1177316941
3D Printer For Sale
Selling a gently used ELEGOO Neptune 2 FDM 3D Printer with two rolls of PLA filament (white and gray). Printer has been assembled and used, and recommended to someone familiar with 3D printing or wanting to get started in the hobby. Some tinkering and adjustments may be required.
Selling for $200 all together.
Pickup would be at Swarthmore College Whittier parking lot. Contact jbawgus2@swarthmore.edu for details or interest.
Posted on: November 21, 2023
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Summer by the Sea — Charming Cape May Cottage Available
| It’s never too early to plan your next summer vacation in lovely, Victorian Cape May. Enjoy gentle breezes on the screened sunporch of this charming cottage while sipping your morning coffee. |
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| Prepare your favorite BBQ dinners on the outdoor grille in the fenced yard (also perfect for vacationing pets). You’ll find plenty of room for couples and small families in this renovated single story home just seven blocks from the beach in a quiet residential neighborhood. |
Amenities include w/d, dishwasher, room air conditioners, three tvs, WIFI, outdoor shower, and private parking space. Prices are well below market, $1250 weekly.
Phone number – 610-299-0101
Posted on: January 8, 2018
Posted in: Housing
