Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,000 (151 Rentals)

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property at 120 Chestnut St

120 Chestnut St

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property at 120 Chestnut St

120 Chestnut St

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 404 S 22nd St

404 S 22nd St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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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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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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property at 1223-25 Wood St

1223-25 Wood St

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property at 1241 Vine St

1241 Vine St

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property at 50 S 2nd St

50 S 2nd St

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property at 1600-18 Arch St

1600-18 Arch St

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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 116 N 9th St

116 N 9th St, Unit 2F

116 N 9th St
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property at 42 S 15th St

42 S 15th St

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Center City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Universal Court 1 priced from $812. The Claremont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Universal Court 11 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$812
The ClaremontStudioStudio,1BA$950
1606-1608 Locust StStudio - 2nd FloorStudio,1BA$950
1501 Locust St Residential0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,000
226 South 21st StStudioStudio,1BA$1,015
Juniper PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Spruce TowerHeritage -07Studio,1BA$1,050
Ronan FlatsD1Studio,1BA$1,204

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.61 price per square foot 618 S 21st St Model at 618 S 21st St, Unit #2 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 1F-1G-1H Model at The Mercantile Apartments starting at $2,914 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
618 S 21st St, Unit #2618 S 21st St2BR,2BA$1.61
The Mercantile Apartments1F-1G-1H2BR,2BA$2.11
Four Forty North Front LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.98
1010 Arch St, Unit 5111010 Arch St2BR,1BA$2.09
Mariners Court Apartments081BR,1BA$1.88
2131 Walnut St#1011BR,1BA$2.15
Waterfront IIStudio - fireplaceStudio ,1BA$2.09
339 Bainbridge StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.94
Universal Court 11 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29
1314 Walnut St, Unit 3S1314 Walnut StStudio ,1BA$2.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City

What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?

There are currently 1817 Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA with pricing that ranges from $647 to $29,970. There are also 521 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $1,200 to $25,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $1,200 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,216.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Center City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City range from $1,119 to $21,778, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $17,901. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,195.

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

Written by: Richard Corrigan

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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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.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.