Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cobbs Creek Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (30 Rentals)
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429 S 51st St

5408 Baltimore Ave
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308 S 52nd St

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331 S 52nd St

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5431 Baltimore Ave

316 S 52nd St
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Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cobbs Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobbs Creek Studio Apartments | $1,203 | $795 | $1,500 |
| Cobbs Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $750 | $1,875 |
| Cobbs Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $850 | $2,400 |
| Cobbs Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $995 | $2,325 |
| Cobbs Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $1,200 | $1,480 |
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Cheapest Available Cobbs Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cobbs Creek area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hoffman Place Apartments priced from $895. The Sheldrake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Cobbs Creek apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Sheldrake Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Irvine | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| OLYMPIC TOWER APARTMENTS | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cobbs Creek, PA
As of November 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cobbs Creek area is the $1.38 price per square foot 428 S 57th St Model at 428 S 57th St, Unit SECTION 8 ONLY in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Cobbs Creek apartment is the 5103 Chancellor St Model at 5103 Chancellor St, Unit Unit 1 starting at $1,850 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cobbs Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 428 S 57th St, Unit SECTION 8 ONLY | 428 S 57th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 5103 Chancellor St, Unit Unit 1 | 5103 Chancellor St | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| 6006 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 6006 Chestnut St | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 4927 Catharine St, Unit Apt #1 | 4927 Catharine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 5900 Pine St, Unit 2 | 5900 Pine St | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Sheldrake Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 5459 Cedar Ave, Unit 3 | 5459 Cedar Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Irvine | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
| 5251 Spruce St, Unit 2F | 5251 Spruce St | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #112
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Cobbs Creek Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
72 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cobbs Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cobbs Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cobbs Creek is under $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cobbs Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Cobbs Creek is Hoffman Place Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Cobbs Creek costs $1,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cobbs Creek?
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 9 regular apartments in Cobbs Creek 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 Cobbs Creek?
Cheap apartments in Cobbs Creek have an average cost of $375 which is $1,025 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cobbs Creek.
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