
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Frankford Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (26 Rentals)
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Carver Hall Gardens

4635 Leiper St
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Foulkrod Manor LLC

1305 Dyre St

Willows Apartments

5709 Leonard St

5437 Torresdale Ave
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4515 Comly St, Unit 2nd Floor

1673 Harrison St
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4834 Penn St, Unit 17
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2017 Orthodox St

1609 Harrison St
Frankford, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Frankford?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Frankford Studio Apartments | $874 | $766 | $1,050 |
Frankford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,075 | $900 | $1,460 |
Frankford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $1,161 | $1,895 |
Frankford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 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 Griscom Apartments priced from $830. Arizona Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $842. Here are the most affordable Frankford apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Griscom Apartments | Efficency | Studio,1BA | $830 |
Arizona Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $842 |
Foulkrod Manor LLC | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $890 |
Avondale Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Carver Hall Gardens | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Oxford Gardens managed By Silverstone Prop | B1-G | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Allengrove | C | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frankford, PA
As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Frankford area is the $1.05 price per square foot 5400 Valley St Model at 5400 Valley St, Unit B in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Frankford apartment is the 1670 Margaret St Model at 1670 Margaret St, Unit 1St Floor A1 starting at $1,150 with a $1.15 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. |
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5400 Valley St, Unit B | 5400 Valley St | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
1670 Margaret St, Unit 1St Floor A1 | 1670 Margaret St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Carver Hall Gardens | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Foulkrod Manor LLC | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Oxford Gardens managed by Silverstone Properties | B2-G | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Oxford Gardens managed by Silverstone Properties | B1-G | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Oxford Gardens managed By Silverstone Prop | B1-G | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
1217 Arrott St, Unit 1 | 1217 Arrott St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
4693 Horrocks St | 4693 Horrocks St | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Arizona Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFrankford, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #164
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Frankford?
The cheapest apartment in Frankford is Arizona Lofts which is listed at $931, while the average apartment in Frankford costs $1,850.
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 1 regular apartments in Frankford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.

A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia
Written by: Richard Corrigan
There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.