
Cheap Homes for Rent in Bala Cynwyd, PA from $600 (35 Rentals)
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124 Jamestown St

124 Burnside St

221 Wendover St

165 Cotton St

4377 Pechin St

4377 Pechin St

4377 Pechin St
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147 Pensdale St

4548 Wilde St

4377 Pechin St

4424 Pechin St

131 Pensdale St

408 W Chelten Ave, Unit 3F

5502 W Thompson St

6625 Lansdowne Ave
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5500 W Thompson St

3605 Indian Queen Ln

5345 W Berks St

6001 Jefferson St

1624 N 57th St

5400 Euclid St, Unit 1

4522 Baker St, Unit 4522 Baker St

2013 N 63rd St
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5102 Lebanon Ave, Unit A

170 Grape St

26 Jefferson St

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853 Wynnewood Rd

929 Edgemore Rd

2444 N 50th St

5245 Pennsgrove St
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5756 Hunter St

623 N 64th St

1549 N 56th St
Bala Cynwyd, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Bala Cynwyd?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bala Cynwyd 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,882 | $1,000 | $2,950 |
| Bala Cynwyd 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,366 | $1,360 | $4,750 |
| Bala Cynwyd 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,907 | $700 | $4,500 |
| Bala Cynwyd 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,816 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Bala Cynwyd 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,837 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Bala Cynwyd Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bala Cynwyd, PA is a Studio unit found at Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older in the West Mount Airy neighborhood priced from $502. Overbrook Tower in the Wynnefield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bala Cynwyd apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $502 |
| Overbrook Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Greenbriar Club Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Westfield Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Bala Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Metropolitan Bala | St | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Dane Apartments | A-1 | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| The Avenue at East Falls | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bala Cynwyd, PA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bala Cynwyd area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2213 N 33rd St Model at 2213 N 33rd St, Unit 2 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Bala Cynwyd apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Edgehill Hill Court Apaprtmentr starting at $1,699 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Wynnefield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bala Cynwyd apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2213 N 33rd St, Unit 2 | 2213 N 33rd St | 1BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Edgehill Hill Court Apaprtmentr | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Elm On 63rd | Type 12 | 4BR,4BA | $0.71 |
| The Residences at Marchwood | Tower | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Henry on the Park Apartments | The Hazel | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Metropolitan Wynnefield | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 1013 N 63rd St, Unit 3 | 1013 N 63rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 3222 W Allegheny Ave | 3222 W Allegheny Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 3244 W Allegheny Ave, Unit 3244 3rd Fl | 3244 W Allegheny Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bala Cynwyd
What type of rentals are currently available in Bala Cynwyd?
There are currently 455 Apartments for Rent in Bala Cynwyd, PA with pricing that ranges from $502 to $6,499. There are also 181 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bala Cynwyd ranging from $675 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bala Cynwyd?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bala Cynwyd ranges from $675 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,185.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bala Cynwyd?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bala Cynwyd range from $883 to $5,873, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,360 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $755.
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