Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Philadelphia, PA Under $1,200 (30 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Philadelphia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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The Avenue at East Falls
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$1,085 - $1,685
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The Avenue at East Falls

5450 Wissahickon AvePhiladelphia, PA 19144
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YONO
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$878 - $2,023Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

YONO

1320 W Somerville AvePhiladelphia, PA 19141
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1200 Manor Residence
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1200 Manor Residence

1200 Washington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19147
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Drexel Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Drexel Court

3514-3516 Spring Garden StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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The Glenwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Glenwood

3029 Glenwood AvePhiladelphia, PA 19121
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Queen Lane Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Queen Lane Manor

2809 W Queen LnPhiladelphia, PA 19129
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Powelton Properties
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Powelton Properties

428 N 34th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Cloverly Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cloverly Park Apartments

437-445 W School House LnPhiladelphia, PA 19144
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OLD - The Axis
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OLD - The Axis

20 S 36th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Korman Residential
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Korman Residential

8400 Lindbergh BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19153
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Little Greenery
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Little Greenery

1315 N 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19121
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4504 Pine Street
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4504 Pine Street

4504 Pine StPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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Dawn

March 31, 2026

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Philadelphia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Philadelphia?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Philadelphia is at Temple Nest Apartments listed at $599.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Philadelphia Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Philadelphia is $2,694.

What is the largest Short-term Philadelphia Apartment for rent?

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.

What is the average size for Philadelphia Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Philadelphia is currently at 731 sq ft.

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