
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Frankford Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $500 (20 Rentals)
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1616 Foulkrod St, Unit 3rd Floor C2

1647 Pratt St, Unit 2nd floor - B2

1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front

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4711 Penn St, Unit First Floor - A1

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Foulkrod Manor LLC
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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 | $841 | $550 | $1,095 |
| Frankford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,046 | $550 | $1,450 |
| Frankford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $1,161 | $2,300 |
| Frankford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,300 | $1,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 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
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $707 |
| Foulkrod Manor LLC | Studio Units | Studio,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Frankford, PA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Frankford area is the $0.54 price per square foot 1432 E Cheltenham Ave Model at 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front in the in the Mayfair neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Frankford apartment is the 1305 Foulkrod St Model at 1305 Foulkrod St, Unit Northwood starting at $975 with a $0.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1432 E Cheltenham Ave, Unit #2 Front | 1432 E Cheltenham Ave | 1BR,0.5BA | $0.54 |
| 1305 Foulkrod St, Unit Northwood | 1305 Foulkrod St | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| 2385 Orthodox St, Unit Rear Unit | 2385 Orthodox St | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1610 Dyre St, Unit SRO-2F | 1610 Dyre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Carver Hall Gardens | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Foulkrod Manor LLC | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 1620 Foulkrod St, Unit A1 - SRO | 1620 Foulkrod St | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| 1616 Foulkrod St, Unit 3rd Floor C2 | 1616 Foulkrod St | Studio ,1BA | $0.79 |
| 4737 Frankford Ave, Unit 3rd Floor C3 | 4737 Frankford Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1647 Pratt St, Unit 2nd floor - B2 | 1647 Pratt St | Studio ,1BA | $1.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFrankford, Philadelphia, PA
Ranked #172
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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?
- 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 Frankford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Frankford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Frankford is at Arizona Lofts listed at $707.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Frankford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Frankford Apartment is $931 at Arizona Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Frankford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Frankford is starting from $1,295 at Oxford Gardens managed by Silverstone Properties.
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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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