
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (845 Rentals)


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1213 Walnut

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The Noble

The Pepper Building

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Via Callowhill

Avira

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Evo at Cira Centre South

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Goldtex

1500 Locust

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The Katharine

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Lotus

17 Market West

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The Alcott

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Jessup House

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210 South 12th

Josephine

Broad + Noble

Annex 1201

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The Hannah

One City

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The Ryland

1600 Callowhill

Graduate Pointe
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The National

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The Girard

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The Alexander

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The Ludlow

1919 Market

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The Arch

ReNew Logan Square

The Drake

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Spruce Tower

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Roosevelt Apartments

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2116 Chestnut

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Edgewater Apartments

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Park Towne Place

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AQ Rittenhouse

The Commonwealth

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Riverloft

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Center City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,904 | $647 | $4,560 |
Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $812 | $7,276 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,494 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,883 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 845 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Largest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Center City area of Philadelphia, PA is found at Mariners Court Apartments and is listed at 1,423 square feet priced from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Court Apartments | 34 | 1,423 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| The Lofts At 1835 Arch | 1X Penthouse | 1,215 Sq Ft | $3,096 |
| Crafts House | ONE BEDROOM/BI LEVEL | 1,201 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| ReNew Logan Square | Ashburn | 1,200 Sq Ft | $2,279 |
| The Republic | A25 | 1,165 Sq Ft | $2,848 |
| Riverloft | Cherry Premier | 1,106 Sq Ft | $2,791 |
| The Pepper Building | 1 Bedroom | Loft | 1,079 Sq Ft | $3,543 |
| The Hannah | B1 | 1,065 Sq Ft | $2,602 |
| 1600 Callowhill | B9b - Den | 1,046 Sq Ft | $2,795 |
| Avenir | 1-Bedroom 1-Bath w/ Den | 1031 | 1,031 Sq Ft | $2,677 |
Cheapest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Center City of Philadelphia, PA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,325 at Juniper Place. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Center City is currently $2,472. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Juniper Place | One Bedroom | $1,325 |
| 2220 Spruce St | One Bedroom | $1,350 |
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,350 |
| The Drake | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | $1,375 |
| The Howell | Layout B | $1,393 |
| 2131 Walnut St | 103 | $1,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Center City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Center City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Center City is at Juniper Place listed at $1,325.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Center City is $2,472.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Center City is a 1,423 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at Mariners Court Apartments.
What is the average size for Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Center City is currently 714 sq ft.
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