Student Apartments for Rent in Philadelphia, PA Under $1,200 (84 Rentals)

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Rentals in Philadelphia near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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Paloma University City
$1,159 - $2,549
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$1,159 - $2,549

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$1,159 - $2,549
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 16

Paloma University City

3600-3630 Lancaster AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Vantage
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$929 - $2,699
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$929 - $2,699

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$929 - $2,699
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20

Vantage

1717 N 12th StPhiladelphia, PA 19122
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The View at Montgomery
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$849 - $2,129
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$849 - $2,129

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$849 - $2,129
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20

The View at Montgomery

1100 W Montgomery AvePhiladelphia, PA 19122
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4117 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Temple I
1 Bedroom Apartments

Temple I

2200 N 11th StPhiladelphia, PA 19133
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1833 N 19th St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1833 N 19th St

1833 N 19th StPhiladelphia, PA 19121
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1254 N Carlisle St
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

1254 N Carlisle St

1254 N Carlisle StPhiladelphia, PA 19121
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North 15th
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

North 15th

1502-1530 N 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19121
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4036-4038 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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4103 Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4103 Walnut St

4103 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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7618 Rising Sun Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7618 Rising Sun Ave

7618 Rising Sun AvePhiladelphia, PA 19111
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University City Associates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University City Associates

4105 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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NC Five
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

NC Five

1025 W Berks StPhiladelphia, PA 19122
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4029-4031 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

202 S 42nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Temple Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Temple Lofts

1419-1421 W Allegheny AvePhiladelphia, PA 19132
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4105 Pine St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4105 Pine St

4105 Pine StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 7 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4100-4102 Locust StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4115 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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901 Clinton Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

901 Clinton Street

901 Clinton StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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University City Associates
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University City Associates

206 S 42nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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University City Associates
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

University City Associates

126 S 39th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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University City Associates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University City Associates

329 S 42nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4200 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Campus Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Apartments

4105 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Student Philadelphia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Philadelphia?

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

How much is the average rent for a Student Philadelphia Apartment?

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Philadelphia is $2,395.

What is the largest Student Philadelphia Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Philadelphia is a 4,655 square feet unit starting from $1,640 at Goldtex.

What is the average size for Philadelphia Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in Philadelphia is currently at 545 sq ft.

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