Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (42 Rentals)

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1019 Arch St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

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property at 1010 Race St

1010 Race St

PhiladelphiaPA19107
property at 811 Filbert St

811 Filbert St

PhiladelphiaPA19107

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Adelphia House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adelphia House

1229-1235 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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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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1016-1018 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1016-1018 Cherry St

1016-1018 Cherry StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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1027 Ridge Avenue
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1027 Ridge Avenue

1027 Ridge AvePhiladelphia, PA 19123
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1300 Chestnut Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1300 Chestnut Street

1300-1306 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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Wood Suites
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wood Suites

1030 Wood StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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1222 Arch Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1222 Arch Street

1222-1226 Arch StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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427 Vine Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

427 Vine Street

427 Vine StPhiladelphia, PA 19106

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1031 Spring St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1031 Spring St

1031 Spring StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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Liberty Nexus
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Nexus

1025 Arch StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

Chinatown, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at One City priced from $1,363. The Metropolitan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
One CityResidence - A8.AStudio,1BA$1,363
The MetropolitanStudio1Studio,1BA$1,400
GoldtexStudio AStudio,1BA$1,488
LotusStudioStudio,1BA$1,499
The HannahS1Studio,1BA$1,530
The Katharine1A1BR,1BA$1,550
The Keystone Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650
The CommonwealthVine1BR,1BA$1,680
Four Forty North Front LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,730
The Crane Chinatown08 UnitStudio,1BA$1,740

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, PA

As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $3.08 price per square foot Beautiful Two Bedroom Model at The Keystone Apartments in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $3,526. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the H - 2B Model at The Girard starting at $3,423 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Center City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Keystone ApartmentsBeautiful Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.08
The GirardH - 2B2BR,2BA$3.12
Packard Building2 Bed 2 Bath A2BR,2BA$2.28
Four Forty North Front LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.00
Annex 1201Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.65
322 on North BroadOne Bedroom A1A11BR,1BA$3.04
The Katharine1A1BR,1BA$2.87
The Metropolitan1BRB1BR,1BA$2.80
GoldtexStudio AStudio ,1BA$2.83
The CommonwealthVine1BR,1BA$3.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chinatown, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #80

Among neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chinatown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chinatown is at One City listed at $1,363.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $1,500 at The Metropolitan.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chinatown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chinatown is starting from $1,925 at The Katharine.

What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Katharine and starts from $2,325.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.