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1122 Cobbs Creek PkyPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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1209 S 58th StPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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5536 Chester AvePhiladelphia, PA 19143
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780 S 52nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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300 N Front StDarby, PA 19023
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Elmwood, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Elmwood Studio Apartments | $1,243 | $925 | $1,449 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $875 | $1,800 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $975 | $2,000 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $1,600 | $2,499 |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hoffman Place Apartments priced from $995. 6010-6014 Springfield Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 6010-6014 Springfield Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Forest Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Bell Tower Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Irvine | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $1,449 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, PA
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $0.49 price per square foot 5633 Malcolm St Model at 5633 Malcolm St, Unit 1 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 1311 S 52nd St Model at 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 starting at $1,600 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 5633 Malcolm St, Unit 1 | 5633 Malcolm St | 1BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 | 1311 S 52nd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 2127 S 65th St, Unit 2nd fl-2 bdrm | 2127 S 65th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1018 S 55th St, Unit 2 | 1018 S 55th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Forest Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Large with balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Bell Tower Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| The Irvine | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
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Best Local Schools in Elmwood, Philadelphia, PA
Catharine Joseph School
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4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
The cheapest apartment in Elmwood is Hoffman Place Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Elmwood costs $2,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elmwood?
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 4 regular apartments in Elmwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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