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1616 Foulkrod StPhiladelphia, PA 19124
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Avondale Apartments
1336 Arrott StPhiladelphia, PA 19124
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1432 E Cheltenham AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124
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1320-1326 Foulkrod StPhiladelphia, PA 19124
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1521 Wakeling StPhiladelphia, PA 19124
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4737 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124
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Carver Hall Gardens
4840 Oxford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124
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Frankford, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Frankford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankford Studio Apartments | $1,324 | $650 | $5,300 |
| Frankford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $800 | $2,500 |
| Frankford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,095 | $2,650 |
| Frankford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Frankford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $3,500 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Frankford Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheapest Available Frankford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Frankford area of Philadelphia, PA is a Studio unit found at Avondale Apartments priced from $778. Griscom Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $856. Here are the most affordable Frankford apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale Apartments | Efficency | Studio,1BA | $778 |
| Griscom Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $856 |
| Foulkrod Manor LLC | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Cottage Court Apartment | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frankford, PA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Frankford area is the $1.15 price per square foot 1670 Margaret St Model at 1670 Margaret St, Unit 1St Floor A1 in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Frankford apartment is the 1 Bedroom Large Model at Cottage Court Apartment starting at $950 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Mayfair neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Frankford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1670 Margaret St, Unit 1St Floor A1 | 1670 Margaret St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Cottage Court Apartment | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Carver Hall Gardens | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Foulkrod Manor LLC | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 4833 Griscom St, Unit 1st Floor A | 4833 Griscom St | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
| Griscom Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 1616 Foulkrod St, Unit 3rd Floor C1 | 1616 Foulkrod St | Studio ,1BA | $0.93 |
| 4737 Frankford Ave, Unit C1 | 4737 Frankford Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit 2 back | 1432 E Cheltenham Ave | 1BR,0.5BA | $1.33 |
| 1200 Arrott St, Unit 5 | 1200 Arrott St | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Frankford Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
73 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Frankford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Frankford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Frankford is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Frankford?
The cheapest apartment in Frankford is Griscom Apartments which is listed at $856, while the average apartment in Frankford costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Frankford?
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 37 regular apartments in Frankford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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