Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Academy Gardens Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (57 Rentals)

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Rita Grace Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Rita Grace Manor

9181 Academy RdPhiladelphia, PA 19114
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Welsh Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Welsh Gardens

2630 Welsh RdPhiladelphia, PA 19152
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Woodbridge Mews
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodbridge Mews

9401 Ashton AvePhiladelphia, PA 19114
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Academy Meadow
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Academy Meadow

9115 Academy RdPhiladelphia, PA 19136
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Beyerwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beyerwood Apartments

1900-1941 Nester PlPhiladelphia, PA 19115
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Hillside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Apartments

1751 Welsh RdPhiladelphia, PA 19115
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8381 Frankford Avenue
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8381 Frankford Avenue

8381-8385 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19136
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Downing Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Downing Apartments

8016 Jackson StPhiladelphia, PA 19136
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Winmont Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Winmont Apartments

2100 Winchester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19115
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The Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Towers

2375 Woodward StPhiladelphia, PA 19115
property at 8030-8000 Ditman St

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8030-8000 Ditman St

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Atrium Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Apartments

2555 Welsh RdPhiladelphia, PA 19114

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Academy Gardens, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park Circle ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$830
Manchester ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$895
Park Villa ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Blue Grass EstatesOne Bedroom Jr1BR,1BA$992
Grant MeadowsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Victoria Woods Apartments and Townhomes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,055
Cedar Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Holme Circle Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
Creekview Terrace Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Academy Gardens, PA

As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Academy Gardens area is the $1.32 price per square foot Unit A Model at Scotchbrook Rental Townhomes in the in the Bustleton neighborhood starting from $1,645. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Scotchbrook Rental TownhomesUnit A2BR,2BA$1.32
Franklin Square TownhomesFranklin2BR,1BA$1.70
8836 Cottage St8836 Cottage St2BR,1BA$1.59
Park Villa ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.12
The Park Circle Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
Joshua House1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.62
Heatherwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$1.60
Welshwood Apartments1x1 7601BR,1BA$1.70
Cedar Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.57
Manchester Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1.65

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Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Northeast Philadelphia, PA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Academy Gardens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Academy Gardens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Academy Gardens is at The Park Circle Apartments listed at $830.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Gardens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Academy Gardens Apartment is $895 at Manchester Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Academy Gardens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Academy Gardens is starting from $1,295 at The Park Circle Apartments.

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