
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Gardens Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (88 Rentals)
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Manchester Apartments

Grant Meadows

Sandalwood Apartments

Blue Grass Estates

Victoria Woods Apartments and Townhomes

Welshwood Apartments

The Revere Apartments

Cedar Glen Apartments

Stanwood Apartments
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Park Terrace Apartments

Holme Circle Apartments

Creekview Terrace Apartments

3240 Guilford St

Heatherwood Apartments

Tolbut 4409

Stradford Arms

4241 Aldine St, Unit 1

Canterbury Apartments

Joshua House
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9413 Bustleton Ave

9415 Bustleton Ave

3333 Chippendale St

9432 Kirkwood Rd

9415 Lansford St

Welsh Manor

Grant Gardens

St. Regis Apartments

3402 Stanwood St

Sherwood Crossing Apartments and Townhomes
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Waterside Apartments

St. Laurent Apartments

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8139 Frankford Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

Longwood Manor

Fountain Gardens

Grant 1700

Rushwood Apartments

44303 Delaire Landing Rd

10839 Perrin Rd
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Winchester Walk

9153 Ellie Dr

Delaire Landing

Park Place One Apartments

10106 Calera Rd, Unit 2nd floor

10106 Calera Rd, Unit 2nd Floor

Total Monthly Price
1819 Beyer Ave, Unit B, Unit B

Scotchbrook Rental Townhomes

9144 Ellie Dr, Unit B

2727 Rhawn St, Unit 48
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Academy Gardens, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Academy Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,119 | $830 | $1,325 |
| Academy Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $895 | $1,700 |
| Academy Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,195 | $2,175 |
| Academy Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $1,650 | $1,875 |
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Cheapest Available Academy Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Academy Gardens area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Park Circle Apartments priced from $830. Manchester Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Academy Gardens apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Circle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| Manchester Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Grant Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Victoria Woods Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Atrium Apartments | Jr. 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| 8381 Frankford Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Revere Apartments | Studio (Terrace) | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Cedar Glen Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Holme Circle Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Creekview Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Gardens, PA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Academy Gardens area is the $1.70 price per square foot 9153 Ellie Dr Model at 9153 Ellie Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Far Northeast neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Academy Gardens apartment is the Franklin Model at Franklin Square Townhomes starting at $1,695 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Ashton Woodenbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Academy Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9153 Ellie Dr, Unit 1 | 9153 Ellie Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Franklin Square Townhomes | Franklin | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1819 Beyer Ave, Unit B | 1819 Beyer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Park Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Joshua House | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Welshwood Apartments | 1x1 760 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Cedar Glen Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Manchester Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 8381 Frankford Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Grant Meadows | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Academy Gardens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Academy Gardens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Academy Gardens is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Academy Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Academy Gardens is Manchester Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Academy Gardens costs $1,762.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Academy Gardens?
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 13 regular apartments in Academy Gardens that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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