Cheap Homes for Rent in Chinatown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)

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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 Annex 1201 priced from $1,245. One City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Annex 1201StudioStudio,1BA$1,245
One CityResidence - A8Studio,1BA$1,314
The HannahS1Studio,1BA$1,440

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, PA

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.08 price per square foot 319 Market St Model at 319 Market St, Unit #3 in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Four Forty North Front LLC starting at $3,275 with a $3.03 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.
319 Market St, Unit #3319 Market St2BR,2BA$2.08
Four Forty North Front LLC2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.03
The View at Old CityCherry Large2BR,2BA$2.97
The Lofts at 509 VineType B1BR,1BA$2.06
The Crane Chinatown07 Unit1BR,1BA$2.48
Annex 1201Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.65
Packard Building1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$2.88
322 on North BroadOne Bedroom A1A21BR,1BA$2.65
The Katharine2C.42BR,1BA$2.92
The Block at SoNo11BR,1BA$3.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chinatown, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #75

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown

What type of rentals are currently available in Chinatown?

There are currently 107 Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,170 to $8,937. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chinatown ranging from $1,200 to $3,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chinatown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chinatown ranges from $1,200 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,135.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.