
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cowtown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (23 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 | $998 | $502 | $1,425 |
| Cowtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $634 | $1,600 |
| Cowtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,195 | $2,200 |
| Cowtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,500 | $2,200 |
| Cowtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,446 | $2,125 | $3,500 |
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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. Copley Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. 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 |
| Copley Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Washington Lane Apartments | Newly Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Regency Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Cedar Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cowtown, PA
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cowtown area is the $0.80 price per square foot 5665 E Wister St Model at 5665 E Wister St in the in the West Oak Lane neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Cowtown apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Wister Court Apartments starting at $2,125 with a $1.55 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5665 E Wister St | 5665 E Wister St | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Wister Court Apartments | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Oliver Hall Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 6643 Chew Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Apt. | 6643 Chew Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Stenton Gardens | 1BR Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Cliveden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 2100 65th Ave | 2100 65th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Church Lane Court Apartments | 2 Bd / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 5535 Crowson St, Unit 2nd Fl - B3 - SRO | 5535 Crowson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.93 |
| 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 $1,195 at Church Lane Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cowtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cowtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Church Lane Court Apartments and starts from $1,500.
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