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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 Gotham priced from $1,100. 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 GothamStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Gotham NorthStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
The Frankford GrandStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
The Parkside FishtownStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
The Magnet in FishtownSTUDIO STYLE D1BR,1BA$1,195
Five On Canal ApartmentsS-AStudio,1BA$1,199
The Avenue in Fishtown0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,299
The ArcherStudio BStudio,1BA$1,325
Views of FishtownA11BR,1BA$1,354

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fishtown, PA

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fishtown area is the $1.74 price per square foot Unit 201 Model at 2007 Hope st apartments in the in the Richmond neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Fishtown apartment is the X02 Model at Fairman's Garret - The King starting at $1,675 with a $2.15 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.
2007 Hope st apartmentsUnit 2011BR,1BA$1.74
Fairman's Garret - The KingX021BR,1BA$2.15
Harbisons Dairy1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.05
171 W. Berks St.1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.43
1817 Frankford Ave, Unit Unit 21817 Frankford Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
Metal WorksA21BR,1BA$2.44
The Parkside Fishtown1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
The Paper FactoryA31BR,1BA$2.56
Views of FishtownA41BR,1BA$2.52
Gotham NorthStudioStudio ,1BA$2.46

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Unlock Your Philly Commute: Your Guide to Renting Near the City's Biggest Employers

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #64

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Fishtown?

There are currently 214 Apartments for Rent in Fishtown, PA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $9,313. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fishtown ranging from $1,000 to $9,272.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fishtown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fishtown ranges from $1,000 to $9,272 with an average monthly rent of $2,680.

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