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714-718 Rhawn St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

714-718 Rhawn St

714-718 Rhawn StPhiladelphia, PA 19111
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Afton Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Afton Park Apartments

1006 Afton StPhiladelphia, PA 19111
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Boulevard Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard Gardens

4801 Summerdale AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124
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Treeview Manor Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Treeview Manor Apartments

6620-6630 N 5th StPhiladelphia, PA 19126
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1015-1023 Afton St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1015-1023 Afton St

1015-1023 Afton StPhiladelphia, PA 19111
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3901 on the Boulevard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3901 on the Boulevard

3901 Roosevelt BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19124
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Jason Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jason Court Apartments

6614-6620 Oxford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19111
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Oaklynne
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oaklynne

6610 N 8th StPhiladelphia, PA 19126
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8248 Rockwell Avenue
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8248 Rockwell Avenue

8248-8250 Rockwell AvePhiladelphia, PA 19111
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440 Old York Rd
Studio Apartments

440 Old York Rd

440 Old York RdJenkintown, PA 19046
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Cheapest Available Cheltenham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cheltenham, PA is a Studio unit found at Oak Lane Court Apartments in the West Oak Lane neighborhood priced from $750. Olney Plaza in the West Oak Lane neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cheltenham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Lane Court Apartments0/1.0Studio,1BA$750
Olney PlazaStudiosStudio,1BA$850
Oaklynne1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
Algon GardensAG| Studio JrStudio,1BA$900
Ivy Hill GardensSTUDIOStudio,1BA$900
YONOStudioStudio,1BA$975
The York House 55 PlusStudioStudio,1BA$1,005
Regency HouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Lawndale Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated1BR,1BA$1,095
7408 - 7428 Alma St1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cheltenham, PA and Nearby

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cheltenham area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Elkins Park Terrace in the in the Ryers neighborhood starting from $1,651. The second greatest value Cheltenham apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath | Classic Model at Oxford Apartments starting at $1,445 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Mayfair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cheltenham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elkins Park Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.39
Oxford Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath | Classic2BR,1BA$1.37
Brand New Grange Ave Luxury Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.62
Elkins Park GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.75
Montclair Duplex Apartments2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.57
Mandela Apartments1bed/1bath1BR,1BA$1.67
Tacony Crossing1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.75
Melrose Court Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.68
7408 - 7428 Alma St1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1.57
Oaklynne1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.49

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cheltenham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cheltenham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cheltenham is at Oak Lane Court Apartments listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cheltenham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cheltenham Apartment is $895 at Oaklynne.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cheltenham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cheltenham is starting from $1,200 at Olney Plaza.

What is the most affordable Cheltenham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cheltenham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 100 York Apartments and starts from $2,250.

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