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How much does it cost to rent a home in Essington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,719 | $1,250 | $2,700 |
| Essington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,137 | $1,600 | $2,800 |
| Essington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,399 | $2,000 | $2,800 |
| Essington 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Essington, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2026Current 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 | $2,565 | $1,100 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Essington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
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. Spring Village Apartments in the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Manor Apartments | Ascott 1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Spring Village Apartments | a9 | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Prospect Court Apartments | Reno eff | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Glencroft Club Apartments | 223 | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
| HOLLY GARDEN APARTMENTS | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essington, PA and Nearby
As of April 29, 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 20 E Sellers Ave Model at 20 E Sellers Ave, Unit 2nd floor starting at $1,500 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Academy Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Darby Creek | 2 Bed x 1 Bath Townhouse Electric | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| 20 E Sellers Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 20 E Sellers Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| International City | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Eldorado Court | 2 Bed x 1 Bath - 13 | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 2350 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2350 Baldwin Ave 1B | 2350 Baldwin Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Brian Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 432 S Chester Pike, Unit 2 | 432 S Chester Pike | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Cameo Court Apartments | Cameo Court - 1 Bed 1 Bath, Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 2 S Swarthmore Ave, Unit A1 | 2 S Swarthmore Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| HOLLY GARDEN APARTMENTS | 1 BDRM | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Essington?
There are currently 163 Apartments for Rent in Essington, PA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $3,173. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essington ranging from $950 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essington ranges from $950 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,043.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essington range from $1,100 to $2,455, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,100.
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