
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Philadelphia, PA Under $1,500 (256 Rentals)
Apartments in Philadelphia with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Veranda Apartments

The Commonwealth

6615 Ridge Avenue

23 West

SOLO on Chestnut - 4233

Marine Club
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Goldtex

Dwell 2nd Street

6619 Ridge Avenue

The Astir Callowhill

The Shirt Corner Apartments

Falls Village

The Weston

The Americana

The Chatham

The Luxe in Fishtown West

The Flats at Brewerytown

The Grace at 3503 Midvale
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Mural Lofts

Hill House at Chestnut Hill

3939 Chestnut Street

LVL North

Gateway Towers

The Clark

Sedgwick Gardens

Washington Court (52 W)

North X Northwest Apartments

The Poplar
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Way Rittenhouse

Rushwood Apartments

The Ridge Apartments

The Lyle on Broad

The Paper Factory

Berks Reserve - Suites @The Reserve

1530 Chestnut

Fairmount North

Ray Philly

Paseo Verde South

Waterside Apartments

Vista

Garden Court Towers

410 Shurs Lane

The Howell

The Accolade on Chestnut

LVL West

The Quincy

Broadridge
Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Philadelphia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Philadelphia Studio Apartments | $1,632 | $425 | $8,669 |
Philadelphia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,048 | $500 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $499 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $599 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,003 | $615 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,424 | $899 | $10,000+ |
Philadelphia 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $525 | $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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Philadelphia
How much are Studio apartments in Philadelphia?
There are currently 1,118 Studio Apartments in Philadelphia with rent ranges from $502 to $8,669 with an average price of $3,616.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Philadelphia Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Philadelphia ranges from $500 to $29,970 with an average monthly rent of $2,048.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Philadelphia cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Philadelphia range from $499 to $10,828. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,510.
How expensive are Philadelphia Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 915 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Philadelphia on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $599 to $17,810 - averaging $2,759 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
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