
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City East Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (78 Rentals)


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210 South 12th

The Ludlow

One City

The Commonwealth
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The Baum’s Building

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The St James
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1001 Chestnut St, Unit 407E

150S S Independence Mall W

1218 Walnut St

811 Filbert St

225 N 12th St

201 N 8th St

723 Sansom St

1100 Vine St

717 Sansom St
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Center City East, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City East Studio Apartments | $1,796 | $850 | $3,670 |
Center City East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $1,245 | $10,000+ |
| Center City East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,188 | $1,650 | $8,850 |
| Center City East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,209 | $7,504 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center City East Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Largest Available Center City East 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Center City East area of Philadelphia, PA is found at The St James and is listed at 914 square feet priced from $3,823. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The St James | 1 Bed 1 Bath A1C | 914 Sq Ft | $3,823 |
| Lyndon at The Curtis | 1 Bedroom with Den | 899 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| The Girard | G - 1B | 899 Sq Ft | $2,847 |
| Four Forty North Front LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 865 Sq Ft | $1,715 |
| The Franklin Residences | A2 | 845 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
| 1213 Walnut | 1-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Den | 828 | 828 Sq Ft | $2,770 |
| The Crane Chinatown | 07 Unit | 803 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| 4525 Walnut Associates LP | 1BR/1.0BA | 794 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| 210 South 12th | 1 BR | 776 Sq Ft | $2,521 |
Cheapest Available Center City East 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Center City East of Philadelphia, PA is the Residence - B1 Model starting from $1,446 at One City. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Center City East is currently $2,604. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| One City | Residence - B1 | $1,446 |
| Annex 1201 | One Bedroom | $1,495 |
| The Chancellor | 04 | $1,540 |
| The Collins | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 651 sqft | $1,715 |
| Four Forty North Front LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,715 |
| The Crane Chinatown | 02 Unit | $1,915 |
| The Ludlow | A1 | $1,930 |
| The Franklin Residences | E3 | $1,995 |
| The Baum’s Building | 1BR / 1 BA | $1,995 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Center City East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Center City East with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Center City East is at One City listed at $1,446.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Center City East Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Center City East is $2,604.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Center City East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Center City East is a 914 square feet unit starting from $3,823 at The St James.
What is the average size for Center City East 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Center City East is currently 3,510 sq ft.
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