
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Ardmore Neighborhood of Ardmore, PA from $900 (33 Rentals)
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Suburban Court Apartments

Llanfair Apartments

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2718 E County Line Rd

22 School Ln, Unit 3

2301 Haverford Rd

116 Walnut Ave

2339 Haverford Rd
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101 Mill Creek Road Apartments

The Hamlet

Merioneth Apartments

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39 Cricket Ave, Unit Third Floor, Unit Third Floor

Montgomery Plaza Apartments

Main Line Village

Cricket Terrace

The Athens Apartments
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Argyle Court

2325 Haverford Rd

Ardglen Gardens Apartments

The Athens

The Square

358 E Spring Ave

Holly House

2411 W Darby Rd
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Southmore Court in Havertown

Victoria Arms Apartments

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2114 Darby Rd

Oakwynne House

20 W Marthart Ave

Eagle Towers

The Darby Apartments

Wynnewood House
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South Ardmore, Ardmore, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Ardmore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Ardmore Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $1,070 | $1,447 |
| South Ardmore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $1,275 | $4,378 |
| South Ardmore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,947 | $1,545 | $5,883 |
| South Ardmore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,906 | $2,300 | $7,334 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Ardmore Neighborhood of Ardmore, PA.
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Cheapest Available South Ardmore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Ardmore area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Holly House priced from $1,070. Southmore Court in Havertown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable South Ardmore apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Southmore Court in Havertown | 1 Bed/1 Bath Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Victoria Arms Apartments | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Darby Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| 101 Mill Creek Road Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| The Athens | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom 430-463 | 1BR,1BA | $2,034 |
| 170 Lakeside | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,035 |
| Merioneth Apartments | 2BR2B | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Ardmore, PA
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Ardmore area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3BR/1 BA Model at The Hamlet in the in the Ardmore Business District neighborhood starting from $2,396. The second greatest value South Ardmore apartment is the 39 Cricket Ave Model at 39 Cricket Ave, Unit Third Floor starting at $2,300 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Ardmore Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Ardmore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamlet | 3BR/1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 39 Cricket Ave, Unit Third Floor | 39 Cricket Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Montgomery Plaza Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 170 Lakeside | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Merioneth Apartments | 2BR2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| 2114 Darby Rd | 2114 Darby Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Darby Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Southmore Court in Havertown | 1 Bed/1 Bath Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Victoria Arms Apartments | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Holly House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Ardmore, Ardmore, PA
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Best Local Schools in South Ardmore, Ardmore, PA
Haverford Senior High School
Haverford Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Ardmore Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Ardmore?
The cheapest apartment in South Ardmore is Holly House which is listed at $1,275, while the average apartment in South Ardmore costs $6,993.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Ardmore?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in South Ardmore that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Ardmore?
Cheap apartments in South Ardmore have an average cost of $434 which is $6,559 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Ardmore.
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