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515 Stahr Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

515 Stahr Rd

515 Stahr RdElkins Park, PA 19027

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 5717 N Park Ave

5717 N Park Ave

PhiladelphiaPA19141

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property at 5205 N 5th St

5205 N 5th St

PhiladelphiaPA19120

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Philadelphia's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Philadelphia and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

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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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Treeview Manor Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Treeview Manor Apartments

6620-6630 N 5th StPhiladelphia, PA 19126
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Elkins Park, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elkins Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkins Park, PA is a Studio unit found at Oak Lane Court Apartments in the West Oak Lane neighborhood priced from $750. Algon Gardens in the Mayfair neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elkins Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Lane Court Apartments0/1.0Studio,1BA$750
Algon GardensAG| StudioStudio,1BA$800
Regency VillageStudioStudio,1BA$825
Ivy Hill GardensSTUDIOStudio,1BA$900
Tyson Arms ApartmentsTyson Arms ApartmentsStudio,1BA$910
Oaklynne1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925
Academia SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$939

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkins Park, PA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkins Park area is the $1.35 price per square foot 5800 Stockton Rd Model at 5800 Stockton Rd, Unit 5800 Stockton Rd unit #1 in the in the West Oak Lane neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Elkins Park apartment is the 227 Roslyn Ave Model at 227 Roslyn Ave, Unit 2nd fl starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Willow Grove Park Mall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkins Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5800 Stockton Rd, Unit 5800 Stockton Rd unit #15800 Stockton Rd4BR,1.5BA$1.35
227 Roslyn Ave, Unit 2nd fl227 Roslyn Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
Olney Plaza2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
Spencer PlaceSpencer Place 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large2BR,1BA$1.42
6601 N 21st St6601 N 21st St1BR,1BA$1.22
7111 Rising Sun Avenue, Unit 3 rd floor7111 Rising Sun Avenue1BR,1BA$1.25
917 W Duncannon Ave, Unit 1st Floor - A3917 W Duncannon AveStudio ,1BA$1.21
5535 Crowson St, Unit B15535 Crowson StStudio ,1BA$0.79
Oaklynne1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
1700 68th Ave, Unit 17001700 68th AveStudio ,1BA$1.42

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elkins Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elkins Park?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkins Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkins Park Apartment is $925 at Oaklynne.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elkins Park is starting from $1,069 at Fernrock Apartments.

What is the most affordable Elkins Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elkins Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Apartments and starts from $1,645.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

Written by: Richard Corrigan

There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.