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7020 Woodland Ave, Unit C

7020 Woodland Ave, Unit B

1209 S 58th St, Unit 3E

7053 Paschall Ave

6014 Springfield Ave

2033 S 57th St
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207 MacDade Blvd, Unit 1

1630 S Frazier St

2233 Bonaffon St

7242 Elmwood Ave

1828 S Alden St

7250 Walnut St, Unit A

5847 Willows Ave, Unit 3
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5847 Willows Ave, Unit 1

5847 Willows Ave, Unit 2

1908 S 65th St

306 S 4th St

526 MacDade Blvd

5847 Willows Ave

1025 Broad St
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700 Pine St

5819 Pemberton St

217 MacDade Blvd, Unit 2nd Flr

2617 S 68th St

1606 S Frazier St

322 Hampden Rd

2522 S 62nd St, Unit B
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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 | $1,452 | $1,050 | $2,000 |
| Darby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,175 | $2,800 |
| Darby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,021 | $760 | $2,600 |
| Darby 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,525 | $1,525 | $1,525 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Darby, PA
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Darby, PA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Darby Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colwyn | $2,650 | $850 | 94 |
Cheapest Available Darby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darby, PA is a Studio unit found at Boat House III in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood priced from $850. Providence Manor Apartments in the Glenolden Folcroft Norwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Darby apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boat House III | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Providence Manor Apartments | STUDIO SEPT KIT | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Barclay Square Apartments | Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| Springton Manor Apartments | Efficiency | 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darby, PA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Darby area is the $0.46 price per square foot 62 Penn Blvd Model at 62 Penn Blvd, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Darby apartment is the 107 Owen Ave Model at 107 Owen Ave, Unit Unit 3 starting at $1,600 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Barclay Square 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Penn Blvd, Unit 1st Floor | 62 Penn Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| 107 Owen Ave, Unit Unit 3 | 107 Owen Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 5844 Theodore St, Unit 2nd floor | 5844 Theodore St | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 5933 Carpenter St, Unit 1 | 5933 Carpenter St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| 700 Pine St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| International City | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Oak Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Ridgeway Court Apartments | One Bedroom Ground Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 7053 Paschall Ave, Unit 1 | 7053 Paschall Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Darby?
There are currently 272 Apartments for Rent in Darby, PA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $3,471. There are also 126 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Darby ranging from $760 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Darby?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Darby ranges from $760 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,644.
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