Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA Under $1,200 (44 Rentals)

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1231-1235 Race St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1231-1235 Race St

1231-1235 Race StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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1613 Pine St
Studio Apartments

1613 Pine St

1613 Pine StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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2118 Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2118 Walnut St

2118 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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2209 Walnut St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2209 Walnut St

2209 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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Bank Street Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bank Street Court

24-30 S Bank StPhiladelphia, PA 19106
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2235 Washington Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2235 Washington Ave

2235 Washington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19146
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427 S 8th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

427 S 8th St

427 S 8th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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1430 Lombard St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1430 Lombard St

1434 Lombard StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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2014 Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2014 Walnut St

2014 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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Philadelphia's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Philadelphia and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Richard Corrigan

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Embassy
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Embassy

2100-2102 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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2201 Washington Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2201 Washington Ave

2201 Washington AvePhiladelphia, PA 19146
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The Newport
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Newport

1530 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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Birchwood at Grays Ferry
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood at Grays Ferry

2309-2333 Carpenter StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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201 S 13th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 S 13th St

201 S 13th StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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Waverly Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Court

1934 Waverly StPhiladelphia, PA 19146
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Midtown Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

1216-1218 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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322 S 10th St
Studio Apartments

322 S 10th St

322 S 10th StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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901 Clinton Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

901 Clinton Street

901 Clinton StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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718-722 S 7th St
Studio Apartments

718-722 S 7th St

718-722 S 7th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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429 S 8th St
Studio Apartments

429 S 8th St

429 S 8th StPhiladelphia, PA 19147
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2045 Spruce Street
Studio Apartments

2045 Spruce Street

2045 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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Adelphia House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adelphia House

1229-1235 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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2036 Locust St
Studio Apartments

2036 Locust St

2036 Locust StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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235 S 15th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

235 S 15th St

235 S 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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Barringer Hall
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Barringer Hall

912-928 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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1104 Spruce St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1104 Spruce St

1104 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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2041 Chestnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2041 Chestnut St

2041-2043 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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Center City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City

How much are Studio apartments in Center City?

There are currently 314 Studio Apartments in Center City with rent ranges from $647 to $4,701 with an average price of $1,914.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Center City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Center City ranges from $812 to $29,970 with an average monthly rent of $2,543.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Center City range from $970 to $10,570. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,918.

How expensive are Center City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 127 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Center City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,119 to $18,148 - averaging $4,413 for the location.

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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

Written by: Richard Corrigan

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.