
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bella Vista Southwark Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $700 (48 Rentals)
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Universal Court 1

Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community)

635 Dudley St

1124 S 15th St

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1714 S 4th St, Unit 2R

1717 S 10th St

423 Snyder Ave

Marine Club
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The Bradford

1247 Snyder Ave

1622 Bainbridge St, Unit 3F

1171 S 10th St

514 South Street

1902 S 5th St

1430 South Street

514 South St

1523 S 10th St
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1320 S Broad St

1845 Passyunk Ave

1344 Ellsworth St

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1541 Kater St, Unit 2

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1821 E Passyunk Ave, Unit 2nd Floor

One Thousand One

1233 Christian St, Unit 1

Wharton Flats

1641 S Broad St
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1612 South St

1430 South St

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524 S Randolph St, Unit 2

Lincoln Square

Martin Luther King I & III

429 S 8th St

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718-722 S 7th St

720-730 Tasker St
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427 S 8th St

1200 Manor Residence

Federal Flats

1155 S 15th St

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610 Moore, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Brush Factory Lofts

Brand New Snyder Ave Luxury Condos
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The Royal Theater

Queen Village Lofts

1211 Bainbridge St
Bella Vista Southwark, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bella Vista Southwark?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista Southwark Studio Apartments | $1,724 | $700 | $2,993 |
| Bella Vista Southwark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $812 | $5,239 |
| Bella Vista Southwark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $970 | $5,995 |
| Bella Vista Southwark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,114 | $1,119 | $10,000+ |
| Bella Vista Southwark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $1,241 | $2,637 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bella Vista Southwark Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Bella Vista Southwark Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bella Vista Southwark area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Universal Court 1 priced from $812. Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $987. Here are the most affordable Bella Vista Southwark apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Court 1 | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $812 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Marine Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,210 |
| The Bradford | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 1430 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| One Thousand One | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,579 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bella Vista Southwark, PA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bella Vista Southwark area is the $1.63 price per square foot 1727 S Broad St Model at 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. in the in the Wharton neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Bella Vista Southwark apartment is the 508 South St Model at 508 South St, Unit 300 starting at $1,975 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bella Vista Southwark apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1727 S Broad St, Unit B. | 1727 S Broad St | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 508 South St, Unit 300 | 508 South St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 524 S Randolph St, Unit 2 | 524 S Randolph St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 333 Earp Street | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 1306 Tasker St, Unit Walk to Passyunk Square | 1306 Tasker St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1233 Christian St, Unit 1 | 1233 Christian St | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 1430 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Birchwood at Cedars Village (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Universal Court 1 | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Best Local Schools in Bella Vista Southwark, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bella Vista Southwark Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bella Vista Southwark?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bella Vista Southwark is under $1,579.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bella Vista Southwark?
The cheapest apartment in Bella Vista Southwark is Universal Court 1 which is listed at $812, while the average apartment in Bella Vista Southwark costs $5,513.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bella Vista Southwark?
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 5 regular apartments in Bella Vista Southwark 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 Bella Vista Southwark?
Cheap apartments in Bella Vista Southwark have an average cost of $620 which is $4,893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bella Vista Southwark.
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