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Sherwood Crossing Apartments and Townhomes

1201 W Girard Ave

2317 E Westmoreland St, Unit 2

Bromley House

5110 Wayne Ave, Unit 3rd Fl
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437 W Bringhurst St, Unit 1st Floor

Beacon Flats

44West

The Parkside Fishtown

Montgomery Flats

4240 W Girard Ave

Algon Flats

Downing Apartments

Westmoreland Lofts
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Fairfax Apartments

Mandela Apartments

Canterbury Apartments

Dobson Mills

Five On Canal Apartments

The Irvine

The Paper Factory

5855 Larchwood Ave

4457 Elizabeth St, Unit 1

3518 N 11th St, Unit 1st Fl

1013 W Ontario St, Unit 1st Fl

2703 Kirkbride St, Unit 2F

3413-3415 Race St

The Wissahickon

Cottage Street Apartments

Fishtown Flats 1

Northeast Apartments

2130 South St

Rittenhouse Hill

Umbrella Building
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Philadelphia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Philadelphia Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $425 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $499 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $599 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $585 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $650 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,516 | $2,400 | $5,300 |
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Getting Around Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
73 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Philadelphia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Philadelphia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Philadelphia is under $750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Philadelphia?
The cheapest apartment in Philadelphia is Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older which is listed at $634, while the average apartment in Philadelphia costs $3,801.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Philadelphia?
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 17,415 regular apartments in Philadelphia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Philadelphia?
Cheap apartments in Philadelphia have an average cost of $790 which is $3,011 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Philadelphia.
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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.