
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Germantown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (29 Rentals)
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5721 Morris St

Copley Manor Apartments

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Washington Lane Apartments

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400 Vernon Rd

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East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Germantown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Germantown Studio Apartments | $1,072 | $825 | $1,485 |
| East Germantown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,291 | $850 | $2,025 |
| East Germantown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $1,195 | $2,450 |
| East Germantown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $1,700 | $2,250 |
| East Germantown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $2,220 | $2,220 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Germantown Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available East Germantown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Germantown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Q Wayne Gardens priced from $825. Copley Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable East Germantown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q Wayne Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Copley Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $880 |
| Washington Lane Apartments | Newly Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Cedar Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Stenton Gardens | 1BR Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Avenue at East Falls | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Station Square | Studio Layouts | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Park Heights Apartments | Studio 330 | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Penn Lee Court Apartments | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Hilltop Crescent | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Germantown, PA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Germantown area is the $1.57 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Wister Court Apartments in the in the West Oak Lane neighborhood starting from $2,220. The second greatest value East Germantown apartment is the Tower Model at The Residences at Marchwood starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the East Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Germantown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wister Court Apartments | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| The Residences at Marchwood | Tower | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1325 Narragansett St, Unit Floor 2 | 1325 Narragansett St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 6643 Chew Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Apt. | 6643 Chew Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Awbury Manor Apartments | 2 BR-A Gold | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Stenton Gardens | 1BR Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 141 Manheim St., Unit 2ndFloor | 141 Manheim St. | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Church Lane Court Apartments | 2 Bd / 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Penn Lee Court Apartments | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Hilltop Crescent | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Germantown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Germantown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Germantown is under $1,115.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Germantown?
The cheapest apartment in East Germantown is Q Wayne Gardens which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in East Germantown costs $2,774.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Germantown?
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 11 regular apartments in East Germantown 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 East Germantown?
Cheap apartments in East Germantown have an average cost of $1,283 which is $1,491 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Germantown.
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