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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $900 (35 Rentals)
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One City
1401 Arch StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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Annex 1201
1201 Vine StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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The Metropolitan
117 N 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
1010 Race St
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1204 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
1019 Arch St
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The Hannah
1306 Callowhill StPhiladelphia, PA 19123
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The Katharine
325 N 15th StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
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Lotus
416 Vine StPhiladelphia, PA 19106
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The Ludlow
1101 Ludlow StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
1300-6 Chestnut St
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Packard Building
317-321 N Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
313 Race St
PhiladelphiaPA19106
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Goldtex
315 N 12th StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
111 N 9th St, Unit 616
111 N 9th St
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314 N. 12th Street, Unit 901
314 N. 12th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19107
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1020 Hamilton St
PhiladelphiaPA19123
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330 S Juniper St
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1222 Carlton St
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Chinatown, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chinatown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown Studio Apartments | $1,772 | $1,055 | $3,049 |
| Chinatown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $1,500 | $4,731 |
| Chinatown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,866 | $1,650 | $5,120 |
| Chinatown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $2,300 | $3,258 |
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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Metropolitan priced from $1,400. The Keystone Apartments 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Metropolitan | Studio1 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Keystone Apartments | Elevate Your Everyday | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| FOUND Residences | Philadelphia | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| One City | Residence - A8.A | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| The Hannah | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| The Katharine | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Crane Chinatown | Unit 10 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Ludlow | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,630 |
| Goldtex | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,783 |
| The Commonwealth | Vine | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, PA
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.26 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2A4 Model at 322 on North Broad in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $2,592. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the Beautiful Two Bedroom Model at The Keystone Apartments starting at $3,526 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Poplar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 322 on North Broad | Two Bedroom B2A4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| The Keystone Apartments | Beautiful Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Packard Building | 2 Bed 2 Bath A | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| The View at Old City | Mulberry Extra Large | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| The Metropolitan | 1BRB | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Crane Chinatown | 08 Unit | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
| The Hannah | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
| Goldtex | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.40 |
| The Commonwealth | Vine | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| FOUND Residences | Philadelphia | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
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99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
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80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chinatown is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chinatown?
The cheapest apartment in Chinatown is The Metropolitan which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Chinatown costs $3,258.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chinatown?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Chinatown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chinatown?
Cheap apartments in Chinatown have an average cost of $129 which is $3,129 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chinatown.
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