
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $800 (39 Rentals)
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1209 S 58th St

5536 Chester Ave

Hoffman Place Apartments

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7053 Paschall Ave, Unit 1

1209 S 58th St

6130 Wheeler St

1620 S 56th St

The Irvine
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2104 S 65th St, Unit 2

1033 S 55th St

2524 Bonaffon St

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773 S 52nd St

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830 S 49th St, Unit 5

5847 Willows Ave

6034 Lindbergh Blvd.

5847 Willows Ave
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5847 Willows Ave

5448 Springfield Ave

2522 S 62nd St

5819 Theodore St

5358 Woodland Ave

7053 Paschall Ave

6406 - 6420 Dickens Ave

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6014 Springfield Ave

2524 BONAFFON St

1900 S 65th St

6102 Glenmore Ave

1630 S Frazier St

5237 Chester Ave

1828 S Alden St

1908 S 65th St

5847 Willows Ave
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2430 S Frazier St

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $925 | $1,399 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $850 | $1,800 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $975 | $1,975 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,600 | $2,325 |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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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. The Irvine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Irvine | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Forest Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Bell Tower Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, PA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1311 S 52nd St Model at 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 1018 S 55th St Model at 1018 S 55th St, Unit 2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1311 S 52nd St, Unit 4 | 1311 S 52nd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1018 S 55th St, Unit 2 | 1018 S 55th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 5425 Ridgewood St, Unit #2 | 5425 Ridgewood St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 6038 Baltimore Ave, Unit 2F | 6038 Baltimore Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Hoffman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Forest Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom Standard with balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 7053 Paschall Ave, Unit 1 | 7053 Paschall Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Bell Tower Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 2104 S 65th St, Unit 2 | 2104 S 65th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 830 S 49th St, Unit 5 | 830 S 49th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Elmwood, Philadelphia, PA
Catharine Joseph School
Tilden William T Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elmwood is under $1,399.
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 $1,975.
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 5 regular apartments in Elmwood 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 Elmwood?
Cheap apartments in Elmwood have an average cost of $550 which is $1,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmwood.
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