
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jenkintown, PA from $800 (40 Rentals)
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414 West Ave

266 Shelmire St, Unit 5

266 Shelmire St, Unit 7

100 York Apartments

Madison Manor Apartments

Jenkintown Gardens Apartments

Jericho Manor Apartments
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440 Old York Rd

240 Highland Ave

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1401 Beech Ave

Wyncote House

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Lynnewood Gardens

Towers at Wyncote

Rosedale Court Apartments

Glenside Terrace

140 S Easton Rd

1600 Church Rd

Butler Apartments

Elkins Park Gardens
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Crest Manor Redevelopment

6646 Ogontz Ave

6708 N Broad St

Park View at Cheltenham Senior Community

515 Stahr Rd

1614 68th Ave

Rosewood Park

Rosemore Gardens
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1115 E Upsal St

1100 Tyson Ave

7972 Forrest Ave

102 Borbeck Ave

7900 Michener Ave

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8340 Temple Rd
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Jenkintown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jenkintown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Jenkintown Studio Apartments | $1,442 | $925 | $1,850 |
| Cheap Jenkintown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $1,095 | $2,454 |
| Cheap Jenkintown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,049 | $1,325 | $3,834 |
| Cheap Jenkintown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,444 | $1,870 | $4,100 |
| Cheap Jenkintown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,780 | $3,780 | $3,780 |
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Cheapest Available Jenkintown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Jenkintown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Court Apartments in the West Oak Lane neighborhood priced from $1,175. Rosemore Gardens in the Wyncote Jenkintown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jenkintown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Rosemore Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Mt. Vernon Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Lynnewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Towers at Wyncote | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 100 York Apartments | One Bedroom – 15s | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Madison Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Glenside Terrace | 1 Bedroom- Partially Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Jenkintown Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,382 |
| Jericho Manor Apartments | 1BRJR | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jenkintown, PA
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jenkintown area is the $1.33 price per square foot 227 Roslyn Ave Model at 227 Roslyn Ave, Unit 2nd fl in the in the Willow Grove Park Mall neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Jenkintown apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Wyncote House starting at $1,635 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Wyncote Jenkintown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jenkintown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 227 Roslyn Ave, Unit 2nd fl | 227 Roslyn Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Wyncote House | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Glenside Terrace | 2 Bedroom - UPGRADE | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Overlook Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Elkins Park Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Towers at Wyncote | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
| Madison Manor Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Butler Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Melrose Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Lynnewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom Corner | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jenkintown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jenkintown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jenkintown is at Rosemore Gardens listed at $1,245.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jenkintown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jenkintown Apartment is $1,175 at Melrose Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jenkintown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jenkintown is starting from $1,495 at Lynnewood Gardens.
What is the most affordable Jenkintown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jenkintown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Jenkintown Gardens Apartments and starts from $1,871.
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