
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fishertown, PA from $400 (54 Rentals)
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Sunbrook Manor

Traverse Commons

Logan Hills Apartments

Bloomfield Apartments

Maple by Traverse Commons

The Penn Quarters - The Bricks

Russell Building

Mountain View

Crosskeys Townhomes
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Brookside Apartments

Luxor Gardens Apartments

78 Fairfield Ave

218 Walnut St

Braddocks Greene

Magnolia Greene

704 13th St

Cumberland Meadows

611 Cherry St

R2617 Bedford St
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Latrobe Apartments

908 Main St

Blue Ridge Efficiency Apartments

1452-1454 Franklin St

405 Bentwood Ave

444 Stone St

337 Decker Ave

835 Bedford St

Quaker Creek Apartments

611 Messenger St
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Mount Union Senior Lofts

111 Broad St

Lana Lu Apartments- 62+

125 Boyer St

746 Park Ave

744 Highland Ave

950 Wayne Ave

423 Penn St

645 Coleman Ave

2008 Forest Hills Dr
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216 Leon St

145 Hudson St

Hopper Commons

402 Southmont Blvd

433 Ferndale Ave

954 Bedford St

416 Linden Ave

534-536 Russell Ave

505 Maple St

530 Naylor Rd
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Fishertown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fishertown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishertown Studio Apartments | $543 | $530 | $575 |
| Fishertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $916 | $700 | $1,533 |
| Fishertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,145 | $540 | $3,300 |
| Fishertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $800 | $2,495 |
| Fishertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $725 | $1,559 |
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Cheapest Available Fishertown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fishertown, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Traverse Commons priced from $540. Mountain View in the Downtown Altoona neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fishertown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traverse Commons | Aspen - 2/2 SINGLE ROOM LEASE | 2BR,2BA | $540 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Brookside Apartments | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Luxor Gardens Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 78 Fairfield Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 218 Walnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Aspen Woods Townhomes | One Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Crossroads Meadow | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $924 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fishertown, PA and Nearby
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fishertown area is the $1.07 price per square foot Jennifer Model at Delano Meadows in the starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Fishertown apartment is the 4 Beds, 2 Baths Model at The Cottages on Campus starting at $725 with a $0.43 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Fishertown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delano Meadows | Jennifer | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| The Cottages on Campus | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| Hollidaysburg Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Keith Hilltop Terrace 55+ Living | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 218 Walnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Crossroads Meadow | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| Bloomfield Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Russell Building | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Mountain View | Unfurnished | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fishertown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fishertown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fishertown Apartment is $780 at Traverse Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fishertown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fishertown is starting from $540 at Traverse Commons.
What is the most affordable Fishertown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fishertown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Woods Townhomes and starts from $980.
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