
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Ardmore Neighborhood of Ardmore, PA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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Llanfair Apartments

170 Lakeside

2301 Haverford Rd

Ardglen Gardens Apartments

2339 Haverford Rd

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2718 E County Line Rd

2333 Haverford Rd

101 Mill Creek Road Apartments
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2530 Chestnut Ave

110 Grandview Rd

116 Walnut Ave

Merioneth Apartments

Main Line Village

Montgomery Plaza Apartments

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17 E Lancaster Ave, Unit 2nd +3rd floor

The Hamlet

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One Ardmore
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Coulter Place

Cricket Terrace

Argyle Court

2325 Haverford Rd

The Athens

The Square

2804 Belmont Ave

Holly House
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2411 W Darby Rd

Southmore Court in Havertown

Oakwynne House

Eagle Towers

Victoria Arms Apartments

The Darby Apartments

101 N Eagle Rd

1210 W Darby Rd

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 | $1,364 | $1,070 | $1,530 |
| South Ardmore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $1,275 | $4,378 |
| South Ardmore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,798 | $1,550 | $5,883 |
| South Ardmore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,094 | $3,296 | $7,106 |
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There are currently 36 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 |
| Suburban Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,397 |
| Ardglen Gardens Apartments | 1BR B | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Athens | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom 430-463 | 1BR,1BA | $1,840 |
| 101 Mill Creek Road Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| 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 May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Ardmore area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2718 E County Line Rd Model at 2718 E County Line Rd in the in the Ardmore Business District neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value South Ardmore apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 170 Lakeside starting at $2,035 with a $1.81 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2718 E County Line Rd | 2718 E County Line Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 170 Lakeside | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 8 Campbell Ave | 8 Campbell Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Merioneth Apartments | 2BR2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Ardglen Gardens Apartments | 1BR T | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Southmore Court in Havertown | 1 Bed/1 Bath Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 101 Mill Creek Road Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Victoria Arms Apartments | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Holly House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
| Suburban Court Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.41 |
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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 $6,948.
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 2 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 $175 which is $6,773 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Ardmore.
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