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$1,485 - $1,895

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2000 Dreer St

PhiladelphiaPA19125
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The Fisherman
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Fisherman

2013 N Front StPhiladelphia, PA 19122
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2000 Dreer Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2000 Dreer Street

2000 Dreer StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19125
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The Wagon House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Wagon House

1935 N 2nd StPhiladelphia, PA 19122
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Harbisons Dairy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbisons Dairy

2041-2055 Coral StPhiladelphia, PA 19125

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Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fishtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fishtown area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at The Frankford Grand priced from $1,050. Gotham North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Fishtown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Frankford GrandStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Gotham NorthStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
The GothamStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
The Parkside FishtownStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
The Magnet in FishtownSTUDIO STYLE D1BR,1BA$1,195
Harbisons DairyStudio | 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,225
Copper Flats1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,293
The ArcherStudio BStudio,1BA$1,325
965 FrankfordStudio 1 Bath - AStudio,1BA$1,349

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fishtown, PA

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fishtown area is the $1.83 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at 171 W. Berks St. in the in the Poplar neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Fishtown apartment is the 303 Model at The Nylon Lofts starting at $2,350 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Richmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fishtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
171 W. Berks St.2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.83
The Nylon Lofts3032BR,2BA$2.19
Fairman's Garret - The KingX021BR,1BA$2.15
The Paper FactoryA61BR,1BA$2.30
1817 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 21817 Frankford Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
The Parkside Fishtown1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
Views of FishtownA41BR,1BA$2.52
424 E Girard Ave, Unit 2nd F Rear424 E Girard Ave1BR,1BA$2.70
Gotham NorthStudioStudio ,1BA$2.46
Harbisons DairyStudio | 1 BathStudio ,1BA$2.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #56

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fishtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fishtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fishtown is at The Frankford Grand listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fishtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fishtown Apartment is $1,195 at The Magnet in Fishtown.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fishtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fishtown is starting from $1,495 at The Magnet in Fishtown.

What is the most affordable Fishtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fishtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Magnet in Fishtown and starts from $1,995.

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