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1141 N Front St

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property at 2000 N 2nd St

2000 N 2nd St

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property at 1935 N 2nd St

1935 N 2nd St

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2000 Dreer St

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property at 1643 N 2nd St

1643 N 2nd St

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property at 2034 N 2nd St

2034 N 2nd St

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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 Parkside Fishtown priced from $1,150. The Frankford Grand has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Fishtown apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Parkside FishtownStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
The Frankford GrandStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
1324 Frankford Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,192
The Magnet in FishtownSTUDIO STYLE DStudio,1BA$1,195
Beacon FlatsX04Studio,1BA$1,195
Quaker City FlatsX05-X071BR,1BA$1,235
Gotham NorthStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
The GothamStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Harbisons DairyStudio | 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,350
Glassworks ApartmentsA2Studio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fishtown, PA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fishtown area is the $1.56 price per square foot 603 E Girard Ave Model at 603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Fishtown apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 5 Bathroom Model at Frankford Lofts starting at $2,564 with a $1.65 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.
603 E Girard Ave, Unit 3rd floor603 E Girard Ave3BR,2BA$1.56
Frankford Lofts3 Bedroom 1 5 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.65
1201 N Howard St, Unit 31201 N Howard St2BR,1BA$1.13
2329 E Cumberland St, Unit 1st Floor Cumberland Stre2329 E Cumberland St1BR,1BA$1.75
171 W. Berks St.1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.36
The Box Factory1Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.46
The Parkside Fishtown1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.51
The Mill at Howard1BR1BR,1BA$2.32
The Paper FactoryA31BR,1BA$2.48
Quaker City FlatsX05-X071BR,1BA$2.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #39

Among neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA

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Getting Around the Fishtown Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

67 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fishtown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fishtown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fishtown is under $1,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fishtown?

The cheapest apartment in Fishtown is Quaker City Flats which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Fishtown costs $3,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fishtown?

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 7 regular apartments in Fishtown 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 Fishtown?

Cheap apartments in Fishtown have an average cost of $384 which is $3,116 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fishtown.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.