
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (809 Rentals)


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Goldtex

1500 Locust

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Lotus

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The Katharine

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The Alcott

1909 Rittenhouse

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Jessup House

210 South 12th

The Howell

Josephine

Broad + Noble

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The Hannah

One City

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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 GRIFFIN CENTER CITY

The Arch

The Wellington

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The Muse

Spruce Tower

Roosevelt Apartments

2116 Chestnut

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AQ Rittenhouse

The Commonwealth

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Riverloft

777 South Broad St

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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 | $4,375 |
Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,526 | $812 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,468 | $970 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,904 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,198 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 809 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 The Versailles and is listed at 1,238 square feet priced from $3,188. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Versailles | Residence A - 1 Bedroom Executive | 1,238 Sq Ft | $3,188 |
| The Lofts At 1835 Arch | 1X Penthouse | 1,215 Sq Ft | $3,096 |
| THE GRIFFIN CENTER CITY | EE1 1 Bedroom 2 Bath/Den | 1,213 Sq Ft | $2,979 |
| The Republic | A25 | 1,165 Sq Ft | $2,868 |
| Riverloft | Cherry Premier | 1,106 Sq Ft | $2,973 |
| The Hannah | B1 | 1,065 Sq Ft | $2,679 |
| Avenir | 1-Bedroom 1-Bath w/ Den | 1031 | 1,031 Sq Ft | $2,762 |
| Logan Lofts | AL4R | 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath | Loft | 1,015 Sq Ft | $2,534 |
| The St James | 1 Bed 1 Bath A1D | 997 Sq Ft | $3,040 |
| The Shirt Corner Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 984 Sq Ft | $1,620 |
Cheapest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Center City of Philadelphia, PA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,350 at 514 South Street. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Center City is currently $2,526. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 514 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,350 |
| The Howell | Layout B | $1,393 |
| 1430 South Street | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,395 |
| Papermill Lofts | 237 #2L | $1,450 |
| Bainbridge Lofts | Bainbridge 1 Bed | $1,482 |
| Annex 1201 | One Bedroom | $1,495 |
| Way Rittenhouse | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,545 |
| The Drake | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH | $1,550 |
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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 514 South Street listed at $1,350.
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 $2,526.
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 1,238 square feet unit starting from $3,188 at The Versailles.
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 1,263 sq ft.
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