
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Norristown, PA from $300 (79 Rentals)
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802 DeKalb St, Unit 1

120 E Main St

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332 Green St

511 George St

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653 Chain St, Unit 3

1008 W Main St

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515 Cherry St

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1238 W Washington St
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Baer's Furniture

611 Swede St

Park Place

607 Swede St

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Hamilton Hall

221 W Main St

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706 Chain St

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Norristown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norristown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Norristown Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $1,049 | $2,579 |
| Cheap Norristown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $1,165 | $3,280 |
| Cheap Norristown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,350 | $3,370 |
| Cheap Norristown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,755 | $1,900 | $4,845 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Norristown, PA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Norristown, 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 Norristown Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Forge King of Prussia | $3,070 | $1,049 | 329 |
Cheapest Available Norristown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Norristown, PA is a Studio unit found at Baer's Furniture in the Jeffersonville neighborhood priced from $1,175. Park Place in the Norristown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Norristown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baer's Furniture | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Park Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 221 W Main St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Laura Lane Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Communities of Norris Hills at Buttonwood Street | Buttonwood Street 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,298 |
| Astor and Logan Apartments | Johnson Highway 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| The Communities of Norris Hills at Logan Street | Logan Street 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| Norriton East Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
| Norris Hills | North Hills Drive 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,452 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norristown, PA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Norristown area is the $0.84 price per square foot 653 Chain St Model at 653 Chain St, Unit 3 in the in the Jeffersonville neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Norristown apartment is the Two Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,350 sqft Model at Place One Apartment Homes starting at $2,210 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Norristown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norristown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 653 Chain St, Unit 3 | 653 Chain St | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Place One Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,350 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Riverview Landing | Hamilton Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| 1605 DeKalb St, Unit 2 | 1605 DeKalb St | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 423-425 DeKalb St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Park Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 450 Green Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| West Gate Arms | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Hamilton Hall | 2-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 815 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Astor and Logan Apartments | Johnson Highway 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Norristown Overview
Norristown is a beautiful city in Pennsylvania, United States. It officially became Pennsylvania State Borough in 1812. It is packed with affordable high-end apartments for residents looking for an interesting location with lots of recreational activities going on.
Why live in Norristown, PA?
Unlike other cities, Norristown has spacious apartments for both small and large families. The affordable lifestyle in this city makes it an ideal place for the middle class looking to access luxury amenities while cutting on daily expenses. It is the home for people from all walks of life, thus making it the perfect place to enhance your social life. If you love to live in apartments that are fitted with the latest technologies yet easily affordable, this is the place to be. Also, the city has several restaurants where you can taste both local and foreign delicacies with your loved ones.
Best Local Schools in Norristown, PA
Norristown Area High School
East Norriton Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norristown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Norristown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Norristown is under $1,452.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norristown?
The cheapest apartment in Norristown is Park Place which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Norristown costs $3,070.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Norristown?
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 31 regular apartments in Norristown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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