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200 Karen CirGlenolden, PA 19036
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1528 Elmwood AveFolcroft, PA 19032
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17 W Chester PikeRidley Park, PA 19078
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7900 Lindbergh BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19153
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Essington, PA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essington Studio Apartments | $1,187 | $860 | $1,859 |
| Essington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $1,010 | $1,920 |
| Essington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,199 | $2,440 |
| Essington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $1,625 | $2,380 |
| Essington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Essington, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/08/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Essington | $1,915 | $1,075 | 13 |
Cheapest Available Essington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Essington, PA is a Studio unit found at Folcroft Gardens Apartments in the Philadelphia International Airport neighborhood priced from $899. Glen Manor Apartments in the Philadelphia International Airport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folcroft Gardens Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Glen Manor Apartments | Ascott 1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| International City | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| 306 E Ridley Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Cameo Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essington, PA and Nearby
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essington area is the $1.60 price per square foot Style A Model at Gateway Airport Townhomes in the in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood starting from $2,115. The second greatest value Essington apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Oaks starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Gateway Airport Townhomes | Style A | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| The Oaks | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Folcroft Courts Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 20 E Sellers Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 20 E Sellers Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 120 Folsom Ave | 120 Folsom Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Lori Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 851 10th Ave, Unit 3 | 851 10th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Cameo Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom UPGRADED | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 306 E Ridley Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Walk Score®
38 / 100
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Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Essington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Essington is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Essington?
The cheapest apartment in Essington is International City which is listed at $960, while the average apartment in Essington costs $1,915.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Essington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Essington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Essington?
Cheap apartments in Essington have an average cost of $904 which is $1,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Essington.
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