Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City East Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,300 (18 Rentals)

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

property at 1241 Vine St

1241 Vine St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 1024 Race St

1024 Race St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

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property at 1211 Race St

1211 Race St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 1134 Sansom St

1134 Sansom St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 1024 Race St

1024 Race St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 0 S 12th St

0 S 12th St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

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Cheapest Available Center City East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City East area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Juniper Place priced from $1,025. Annex 1201 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,262. Here are the most affordable Center City East apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Juniper PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Annex 1201StudioStudio,1BA$1,262
One CityResidence - A1.CStudio,1BA$1,382
The CommonwealthSansomStudio,1BA$1,395
The Barrymoreone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City East, PA

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City East area is the $4.16 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2.5 bath den Model at Lyndon at The Curtis in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Center City East apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Four Forty North Front LLC starting at $3,275 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lyndon at The Curtis2 bedroom 2.5 bath den2BR,2.5BA$4.16
Four Forty North Front LLC2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.03
4525 Walnut Associates LP1BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$2.92
The Barrymoreone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.81
The Baum’s Building1BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.70
The Collins1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 684 sqft1BR,1BA$2.97
The Franklin ResidencesE1Studio ,1BA$3.29
The Crane Chinatown08 UnitStudio ,1BA$3.51
The LudlowA11BR,1BA$4.02
Annex 1201StudioStudio ,1BA$2.65

Frequently Asked Questions about Center City East

What type of rentals are currently available in Center City East?

There are currently 143 Apartments for Rent in Center City East, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $29,970. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City East ranging from $1,300 to $17,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City East ranges from $1,300 to $17,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,436.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

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There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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