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1209 S 58th St, Unit 4D

51 S MacDade Blvd

30 Cherry St

2510 SHIELDS

6600 Woodland Ave

207 MacDade Blvd, Unit 1

29 Logan Ave

700 Pine St
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3027 S 72nd St

828 S 57th St

1109 Girard Ave

222 Lewis Ave, Unit 2nd Floor

5933 Trinity St

5847 Willows Ave, Unit 1
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2120 Shields St

2522 S 62nd St, Unit B

6330 Wheeler St

99 S Lansdowne Ave

2536 S Millick St

6132 Glenmore Ave

6044 Catharine St

6078 Allman St
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821 Rader Ave

1828 S Alden St

6938 Clinton Rd

5826 Norfolk St

358 Huntley Rd

428 Croyden Rd

843 S Cecil St, Unit 1

409 Timberlake Rd

7011 Lindbergh Blvd.
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40 N Chester Pike, Unit 1

5933 Carpenter St, Unit 2
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Darby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darby 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,411 | $850 | $2,200 |
| Darby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,754 | $1,297 | $2,750 |
| Darby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,121 | $1,595 | $2,900 |
| Darby 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $3,100 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Darby, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Darby, PA area range in price from $860 to $2,650 with an overall median price of $1,300. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Darby Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colwyn | $1,300 | $860 | 80 |
Cheapest Available Darby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darby, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkview Court in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood priced from $935. Barclay Square Apartments in the Beverly Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Darby apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Court | 1 Bedroom Inside | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Barclay Square Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 68-72 Nyack ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Glen Manor Apartments | Ascott 1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| International City | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Harrison Court Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Compassion Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Marimont Apartments | MM | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Lansdowne Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darby, PA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Darby area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom With Private Entrance Model at Cheswold Apartments in Drexel Hill in the in the Addingham neighborhood starting from $1,689. The second greatest value Darby apartment is the 4 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 837 S Cecil St starting at $1,775 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Darby apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheswold Apartments in Drexel Hill | Two Bedroom With Private Entrance | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 837 S Cecil St | 4 Beds, 1 Baths | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 62 Penn Blvd, Unit 3rd Floor | 62 Penn Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 2122 S 60th St, Unit Unit 2 | 2122 S 60th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 2127 S 65th St, Unit 2nd fl-2 bdrm | 2127 S 65th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Oak Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Parkview Court | 1 Bedroom Inside | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Harrison Court Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 17 S Elm Ave, Unit 2 | 17 S Elm Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Darby?
There are currently 271 Apartments for Rent in Darby, PA with pricing that ranges from $849 to $2,849. There are also 134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Darby ranging from $850 to $3,100.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Darby ranges from $850 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,679.
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