
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cowtown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cowtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowtown Studio Apartments | $1,012 | $502 | $1,575 |
| Cowtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,237 | $634 | $1,572 |
| Cowtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $1,195 | $2,050 |
| Cowtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $1,500 | $2,100 |
| Cowtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Cowtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cowtown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older priced from $502. Regency Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Cowtown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $502 |
| Regency Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Penn Lee Court Apartments | Magnificent apartment completely remodeled | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Copley Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Welcome home to Walnut Terrace! | 113- Studio Med Renovated | Studio,1BA | $920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cowtown, PA
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cowtown area is the $1.60 price per square foot 6643 Chew Ave Model at 6643 Chew Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Apt. in the in the Mount Airy neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Cowtown apartment is the 6601 N 21st St Model at 6601 N 21st St starting at $1,100 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the West Oak Lane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cowtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6643 Chew Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Apt. | 6643 Chew Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 6601 N 21st St | 6601 N 21st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Stenton Gardens | 1BR Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Awbury Manor Apartments | 2 BR-A Gold | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 2100 65th Ave, Unit G | 2100 65th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Church Lane Court Apartments | 2 Bd / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Penn Lee Court Apartments | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Chelten Ave 710 E | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| Regency Village | Efficiency Deluxe | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
| Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $1.26 |
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Best Local Schools in Cowtown, Philadelphia, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cowtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cowtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cowtown is at Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older listed at $502.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cowtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cowtown Apartment is $634 at Four Freedoms House- Seniors 62 yrs and older.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cowtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cowtown is starting from $1,150 at Regency Village.
What is the most affordable Cowtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cowtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vernon Lofts and starts from $1,940.
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