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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,786 | $647 | $3,670 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $812 | $6,345 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,511 | $970 | $9,879 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,729 | $1,119 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Join us Jan 10th from 11am - 2pm for an Open House and if you look and lease same day, save $500 off rent. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 01-12-2026
Receive 3 months free on a 17-month lease or greater, or 2.5 months free on a 13–16 month lease! Apply within 48 hours of touring and receive a waived amenity and application fee!Expires 01-13-2026
Lease & Receive 1 Month, On Us!* *Valid on select apartments only. Restrictions may apply. Please contact our team for more information.Expires 01-13-2026
Receive UP TO 2 MONTHS OF FREE BASE RENT if you move in by 1/30/2026 *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-13-2026
UP TO TWO MONTHS RENT FREE! BOOK A TOUR & MOVE IN TODAY! Restrictions apply. On Select Units. Call now for details. Ask About Our Preferred Employer Program.Expires 01-13-2026
WATERFRONT SIGHTS AND FESTIVE LIGHTS. SAVE UP TO 3 MONTHS RENT FREE IF MOVE BY 2/28/26 + $1,000 GIFT CARD + 2 MONTHS FREE PARKING + WAIVED ADMINISTRATION FEE! Schedule a tour today of our BRAND NEW waterfront apartments. *new applicants only, 12-17 month lease, subject to change without notice.Expires 01-13-2026
One Month Free Rent + Complimentary Sporting Club Membership, nearly a $3,000 yearly value! Select homes' pricing is inclusive of current specials. Terms and conditions apply. See Leasing Office for complete details.Expires 01-13-2026
*Move in for less with our Flex partnership! Pay only a fraction of move in costs upfront and split the rest into easy, budget-friendly installments. Contact us today for more information!*Expires 01-13-2026
Lease by 1/31 and receive up to 1 MONTH FREE! Restrictions apply.Expires 01-13-2026
When Minutes Matter, Live Where You Work and Play! Lease by 12/31 and receive up to 1 MONTH FREE! Restrictions apply.Expires 01-13-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Center City, PA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Now offering 2 months free! Sign a lease within 48 hours and receive an extra $500 on your ledger! $1,500 credit for Meds + Eds! Discounted security deposit and NO LAST MONTH RENT PAID UPFRONT for qualified tenants! Inquire today for more info on our specials and availability!Expires 09-05-2026
NOW OFFERING UP TO ONE MONTH FREE AND WAIVED AMENITY FEE FOR SELECT UNITS! Certain terms and conditions apply. ASK ABOUT OUR PREFERRED EMPLOYER PROGRAM!Expires 03-31-2026
FREE 6 Months of VALET PARKING with any Parkview Units! Also, Enjoy Free Application Fee Waiver for all who apply within 24 hours of a tour—co-signers included! Don’t forget to ask about our special discounts for local university students & employees!Expires 09-01-2026
1-2 Months Free on 13-14 Month Leases!Expires 01-15-2026
1 MONTHS FREE! Lease by January and ONE MONTH FREE on any renovated unit with a 12 month lease. FULLY RENOVATED UNITS complete with STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, and more! *Net rent reflected below.*Expires 01-31-2026
Double the Savings: $100 Off Monthly + One Month FREE Call now for details! -Waived Application Fees!Expires 02-28-2026
Earn $100 rent credit for every least term month over 12 months ? Ex: 18-month lease = $600 Rent credit! $1,000 Rent Credit: Hospitality Workers, Medical Professionals, & First Responders (Fire, Police, Military) Move in costs: ONLY $750 Security Deposit + First Month Rent Look & Lease Rent Credits: $600 (1 Beds) or $400 (Studios) When you apply within 48 hours of your tour.Expires 03-31-2026
Save 6 Weeks off rent! Apply by 01/15/2026. Move in by 01/31/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required. *Select apartmentsExpires 01-13-2026
UP TO THREE MONTHS RENT FREE! LEASE AND MOVE IN TODAY! BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY! Contact for details. The Alcott - Where Your Next Chapter Blossoms in Northern Liberties!Expires 01-13-2026
Up to 2 months free! Discount applies to base rent on qualifying lease terms.Expires 01-13-2026
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Center City is at Universal Court 1 listed at $812.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Center City is $3,329.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Center City is a 5,700 square feet unit starting from $1,345 at Roosevelt Apartments.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Center City is currently at 530 sq ft.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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