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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,591 | $300 | $5,843 |
| Philadelphia Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,986 | $475 | $10,000+ |
| Philadelphia Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Philadelphia Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,864 | $350 | $10,000+ |
| Philadelphia Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $585 | $4,950 |
| Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,493 | $1,249 | $5,000 |
| Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,466 | $525 | $4,500 |
Find your perfect Philly college neighborhood. We break down the best areas for student renters near major universities, from walkable West Philly to the trendy spots in North Philly.
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Sandwiched smack in the middle between DC and NYC, Philadelphia was once called the “6th borough of New York” a number of years back. While it does boast a healthy population of over 1.5 million residents, unlike New York, it never feels crowded and there are plenty of options in Philadelphia apartments for residents to call home. Make no mistake, though, Philadelphia is a friendly city – it features a collection of individual neighborhoods, each with their own charm and unique personalities, where small local businesses thrive and people know each.
When William Penn planned Philadelphia, designating healthful, open green spaces and aesthetically pleasing gathering places for the community was clearly a priority – Franklin Square, Fitler Square, Logan Square, Rittenhouse Square and Washington Square are just a few examples. Families, college students and retired people all find Philadelphia welcoming. From its bike paths to its massive cultural arts roots to its foot-friendly atmosphere, it’s easy to see why Philadelphia is called the “City of Brotherly Love” and living the life in apartments in Philadelphia is so special.
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I've lived here in Philadelphia all of my life and I'm 57 years old and to be honest South Philly never looked as good as it does.me and my daughter father broke up and he sold the house he owned and my daughter was getting ready to to college with a full scholarship so she moved in with him and his wife because the house was closed so I live in SW Philly on SSI and I'm trying my best to get a house or apartment but it's hard. But Center City looks good, They have bikes in all the neighborhoods and everything has changed and that's a good thing. Now only if I can get my house or apartment I'd thank the Lord.
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Philadelphia is at Temple Nest Apartments listed at $599.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Philadelphia is $2,722.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Philadelphia is a 7,211 square feet unit starting from $6,974 at 219 Vine St.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Philadelphia is currently at 726 sq ft.
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Written by: Richard Corrigan
I’m Richard, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia isn’t necessarily thought of as a college town, but it’s home to some of Pennsylvania’s biggest colleges and universities, and thousands of students call the city home.
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Welcome to Philadelphia! It’s the city of brotherly love, cheesesteaks, Ben Franklin and Rocky Balboa. And I don’t think you need me to tell you, it’s also a lot more than that.
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Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. Those who live here take great pride in our specific corners of the city.
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