Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essington, PA from $600 (58 Rentals)

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Governor Printz Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Governor Printz Apartments

405-416 N Governor Printz BlvdEssington, PA 19029
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1421 Lincoln Ave, Unit B
$1,275
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$1,275

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1421 Lincoln Ave, Unit B

1421 Lincoln AveProspect Park, PA 19076
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$1,400

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33 W Chester Pike, Unit B-10

33 W Chester Pike
Ridley ParkPA19078
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Studevan Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Studevan Apartments

1101 Hook RdSharon Hill, PA 19079
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Lincoln Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Crossing

701 Lincoln AveProspect Park, PA 19076
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Washington Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Square

821 Washington AveProspect Park, PA 19076
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Stewart Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Lane Apartments

200 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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Korman Residential
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Korman Residential

8400 Lindbergh BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19153
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Elmwood Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elmwood Gardens

1525 Baltimore AveFolcroft, PA 19032
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116 N Swarthmore Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 N Swarthmore Ave

116 N Swarthmore AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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HOLLY GARDEN APARTMENTS
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

HOLLY GARDEN APARTMENTS

60 W Winona AveNorwood, PA 19074
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111 N Swarthmore Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

111 N Swarthmore Ave

111 N Swarthmore AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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Stoney Creek Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Creek Apartments

410 E Hinckley AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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306 E Ridley Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

306 E Ridley Ave

306 E Ridley AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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Ridley Park Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridley Park Court

2 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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Oakview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Apartments

312 E Ridley AveRidley Park, PA 19078
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Elmwood Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elmwood Court

1503-1505 Elmwood AveFolcroft, PA 19032
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Essington, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Essington, PA

Pricing Updated: 06/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Essington, 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 Essington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Airport Essington$3,261$1,20511

Cheapest Available Essington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essington, PA is a Studio unit found at Glen Manor Apartments in the Philadelphia International Airport neighborhood priced from $950. International City in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $960. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glen Manor ApartmentsAscott 1Studio,1BA$950
International CityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$960
HOLLY GARDEN APARTMENTSSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,025
Spring Village Apartmentsa9Studio,1BA$1,049
2 S Swarthmore AveA11BR,1BA$1,150
Prospect Court ApartmentsReno eff1BR,1BA$1,195
Glencroft Club Apartments223Studio,1BA$1,249
CV @ Glenolden Station1 Bedroom Standard1BR,2BA$1,280

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essington, PA

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essington area is the $1.90 price per square foot 2 Bed x 1 Bath Townhouse Electric Model at The Preserve at Darby Creek in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,940. The second greatest value Essington apartment is the 2350 Baldwin Ave Model at 2350 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2350 Baldwin Ave Apt 2 starting at $1,650 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Philadelphia International Airport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at Darby Creek2 Bed x 1 Bath Townhouse Electric2BR,1.5BA$1.90
2350 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2350 Baldwin Ave Apt 22350 Baldwin Ave2BR,1BA$1.75
International CityTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.40
1421 Lincoln Ave, Unit B1421 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$1.42
637 Willow Way, Unit Modern 2 Bedroom637 Willow Way2BR,1BA$1.74
29 E Logan Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.59
Delco ApartmentsLori Apts - 2 Bed 1 Bath, Classic2BR,1BA$1.64
Brian Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.68
Cameo Court ApartmentsCameo Court - 1 Bed 1 Bath, Renovated1BR,1BA$1.85
2 S Swarthmore AveA11BR,1BA$1.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Essington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Essington is at Glen Manor Apartments listed at $950.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essington Apartment is $960 at International City.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essington is starting from $1,305 at International City.

What is the most affordable Essington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CV @ Glenolden Station and starts from $2,099.

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